06
May
2026
JA
Javier Roque
Developer - building things, writing what I learn.
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Posts
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06
Apr
2026
editor
2 min read
Why I'm Sticking with Claude Code in the Terminal
About two days ago, Claude blocked the ability to use the same API token from a Claude Code instance running inside an IDE terminal. The token works fine in a standalone terminal, but not when launched from within the...
06
Apr
2026
editor
1 min read
Moving Away from Open Claw: Exploring Claude Code Alternatives
I can no longer use Claude in Open Claw, so I'm now looking for alternatives. The reality is I could use Claude Code directly for most of my work, but I was using the same API token that Claude Code uses in the deskt...
03
Mar
2026
editor
1 min read
Built a DayBy MCP Server with Local Sanitization
Today I built an MCP server for DayBy that lets developers post their progress from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP client. The key feature is a local sanitization layer that strips API keys, private IPs, company names, an...
01
Mar
2026
editor
1 min read
Shifting from Traditional Development to AI-Driven Solutions
Yesterday's conversation with my fellow developers revolved around a significant shift in how we approach web development. We discussed the declining utility of traditional platforms like Shopify and WordPress for our...
01
Mar
2026
editor
2 min read
** Embracing the Future of AI: Transforming Development with OpenClaw
** In today's rapidly evolving tech landscape, the capabilities of AI are nothing short of transformative. Recently, I had the opportunity to work with Claude, an advanced AI model, on my modified laptop equipped wit...
26
Feb
2026
editor
2 min read
My Journey with an AI-Powered Trading Assistant on Raspberry Pi
I decided to give OpenClaw a shot. Initially, I chose OpenAI as my model, but things didn't go as planned. It had trouble setting everything up, and every time one of my contacts messaged me, OpenAI kept asking them t...
21
Feb
2026
github
2 min read
Enhancing Data Visualization in Ruby Applications
Recently, I focused on improving the data visualization aspects of a Ruby application, specifically within the **donarmando** repository. This project involved redesigning the dashboard charts to present more meaningf...
10
Sep
2025
github
2 min read
Exciting New Feature: Opt-In/Opt-Out for Repository Access
We’re thrilled to announce a highly requested feature in the DayBy app, designed with our users in mind! By popular demand, we have introduced an opt-in/opt-out functionality that allows users to manage their reposito...
02
Sep
2025
github
1 min read
Introducing Smart Pricing: A Shopify Application for Optimal Price Management
I'm excited to share my latest project, Smart Pricing, an innovative Shopify application designed to help merchants optimize their pricing strategies using algorithms similar to Airbnb's smart pricing model. This ne...
17
Aug
2025
editor
2 min read
Enhancing Guest Experience with a Raspberry Pi Jellyfin Media Server
As the owner of a cabin Airbnb in the rural area of Zambrano, Honduras, I faced the challenge of ensuring reliable entertainment access for my guests amid fluctuating internet connectivity. With a Starlink setup and a...
16
Aug
2025
editor
1 min read
Using Gemma 3 and UnslothAI for a hyper-efficient local AI
Today, I embarked on an exciting journey to enhance my development project by integrating Google's newly released lightweight language model, Gemma 3. This model is particularly intriguing because it operates efficien...
15
Aug
2025
github
2 min read
Enhancing Reliability in AI Chat Applications
Recently, my attention has been dedicated to improving the reliability of the AI chat functionality within the DayByDev project, a Ruby-based web app designed to transform daily developer progress into a living resume...
12
Aug
2025
github
1 min read
Enhancing User Experience with Guest Mode and Interest Registration
The guest mode feature was really fun to work on! I chose a lazy account creation strategy, which lets users try out the application without feeling pressured to register right away. This meant I had to think differen...
08
Aug
2025
github
1 min read
Enhancing SEO and AI Features in Ruby with DayBy Journal
One of the most exciting features I worked on was the AI-powered article modification tool. This feature introduces an interactive article editor modal, complete with a chat interface, allowing users to request and ap...
04
Aug
2025
github
1 min read
Automating GitHub Activity Summaries with Ruby
Recently, I had the opportunity to enhance the **dayby-journal** project, which is a public development journal designed to transform your daily progress into a living CV. My latest contribution focused on automating ...
07
Jul
2025
editor
1 min read
Building a Gambling Site with Smart Contracts in Solidity
Recently, I delved into the world of Solidity and learned how to use smart contracts to build decentralized applications. Inspired by this newfound knowledge, I set out to create a gambling site powered by smart contr...
03
Jul
2025
editor
1 min read
Leveraging Feature Flags for Controlled Feature Rollouts
I recently implemented feature flags using Flipper in our projects to enable gradual rollouts and testing new features with internal users before a full release. This approach helped us catch several bugs early and ac...
03
Jul
2025
editor
1 min read
Enhancing Compliance and Security: Building an Audit Log System
Our compliance team requested traceability on sensitive user actions, prompting me to develop an audit log system that captures crucial information on who did what and when. This system stores immutable records in a s...