Blinking cursors and tea in the evening

· Ruben Schade · May 26, 2026, 10:07 p.m.
Summary
In a reflective piece, the author contemplates the enduring nature of the blinking cursor in text editors, drawing parallels between past and present computing experiences. The sentiment expresses comfort in this consistency amidst technological changes, invoking nostalgia for earlier computing eras. The piece is personal and thought-provoking, though not focused on technical skills or development techniques.
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