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About This Project – Building Dark Mode & Winter Mode for My Audiobook Manager
When I first started building my audiobook metadata and tracker system, I wanted it to feel personal. Not just another generic tool but something that looks and feels like mine.That’s…
animated backgrounds, audio file management, audiobook analysis, audiobook collection, audiobook enthusiast, audiobook library, audiobook manager, audiobook metadata, audiobook organizer, audiobook player tools, audiobook tools, audiobook tracking, automated metadata, automatic tagging, backend development, books, clean interface, code showcase, coding journey, coding tips, content organization, cover art extraction, cover art manager, cover art parsing, creative coding, creative project, CSS themes, CSS variables, CSS workflow, custom application, custom CMS, custom codebase, custom metadata workflow, custom theme engine, custom web tool, dark mode UI, dark theme, dark UI inspiration, database migration, developer blog, developer portfolio, devlog, digital audiobook tools, digital content tools, digital library, digital tools, embedded cover art, file integrity check, file organization system, file renaming automation, file scanner, filesystem tools, flask app, folder structure tools, front-end design, frontend development, frosted glass UI, full stack development, glassmorphism, home server tools, HTML5 canvas effects, id3 cover handling, ID3 editing, id3 tags, image processing, indie coding, indie development, Jellyfin metadata, library cleanup, library enthusiast, library management system, lightweight design, media automation, media enthusiast, media indexing, media library enhancement, media manager, media organization, metadata automation, metadata system, minimalist UI, mobile-friendly web app, modern web design, mp3 library management, mp3 metadata editor, mp3 utilities, NFO generator, NFO metadata, night mode design, open source inspired, performance friendly design, personal project, personal software project, photography, Plex metadata, private server, progressive web app, project documentation, project showcase, PWAs, python automation, python developer, Python Flask app, python project, python scripts, reader tools, responsive design, seasonal themes, seasonal UI, self-hosted apps, self-hosted media, self-hosting, smart audiobook player, snow animation, snow effect UI, software engineering, solo developer, sqlite database, tech blogger, tech portfolio, tech solutions, tech tutorials, theme design workflow, theme switching, travel, UI customization, UI themes, user interface design, UX aesthetics, UX design, UX improvements, web app project, web design aesthetics, web developer, winter, winter mode UI, winter UI inspiration, writing -
Unboxing the Nikon AF-S 200–500mm f/5.6E ED VR — My Long-Awaited Telephoto Beast
Unboxing the Nikon AF-S 200–500mm f/5.6E ED VR — My Long-Awaited Telephoto Beast August 2025 After months of wanting this lens, I can finally say it’s here — the Nikon…
animal photography, Bird photography, camera, camera gear, camera gear upgrade, cameras, lens buying guide, lens review, lens unboxing, long lens, nature, Nature photography, nikon, Nikon 200-500mm, Nikon D7500, photographing wildlife, photography, photography blog, photography equipment, photography journey, telephoto lens, unboxing experience, VR lens, wildlife photography, zoo photography -
A Wild Calling: My Life Between Orøstrand’s Petting Zoo, the Lens, and the Zookeeper’s Mindset
By Kiba Snowpaw – Wildlife Photographer & Trained Zookeeper Table of Contents 1. My Origin Story – Orøstrand Before the Petting Zoo Orøstrand is more than a place to me—it’s…
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Why I’m Eyeing the Nikon 200–500mm: Elevating My Wildlife Photography Game
Anyone who’s spent time photographing wildlife, especially in zoos or at bird-rich locations like Selsø Sø, knows the frustration: You spot the perfect animal, the shot you’ve been dreaming of,…
animal behavior, animal portraits, animal welfare, Bird photography, birdwatching, camera, camera gear, close-up photography, crop factor, Danish wildlife, DX vs FX, lens buying guide, lens review, long lens, nature, Nature photography, nature reserve, nikon, Nikon 200-500mm, Nikon D7500, photographing through fences, photography, photography blog, photography gear upgrade, photography investment, photography journey, photography tips, Selsø Sø, telephoto lens, travel, VR lens, wildlife Denmark, wildlife photography, zoo animals, zoo photography -
Hobbyist vs. Professional Photographer: The Commoner and the Noble
In the world of photography, the line between “hobbyist” and “professional” is sharper than most people think—and yet, it’s also blurrier than ever. As someone who considers myself a passionate…
amateur photographers, animal photography, art vs business, camera, camera gear, commoner vs noble, creative exploration, creative freedom, DSLR tips, gear stigma, hobbyist photography, lens choices, lens comparison, manual lenses, nature, Nikon D7500, outdoor photography, patience in photography, photo tips, photographer, photographer identity, photography, photography advice, photography community, photography mindset, photography passion, professional photographers, professional photography, telephoto lens, travel, two camera setup, wildlife photography, zoo photography -
Wandering Through Copenhagen Zoo: A Day Through My Lens
If you ever want to test your stamina, try pulling off a day like this: running on three hours of sleep, dropping off work gear before most people have had…
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