Welcome to this week's edition of The Hash Key, your weekly digest to Hard Mode First.
From inaugurations to OpenAI Operator Agents to bringing back those 1990s vibes with micro-apps, I feel like I've lived a year in just a single week, how about you?
BTW - If my blog is too much content for you humans to consume, I invite you to try my "D.I.Y. Haiku Generator" instead, which turns any post into a haiku. For instance, here's one based on this week's roundup:
Ideas swirl like wind,
A week compressed into years—
Catch up, breathe, create.
January 24, 2025
An exploration of how consistent publishing and creation leads to mastery, featuring a new AI-powered haiku generator.
-Building AI fluency through regular practice and public creation
-The power of turning writing into a daily habit
-How teaching others accelerates your own learning curve
January 23, 2025
A nostalgic look at how personalized micro-apps are becoming the new way to show someone you care <3
-How AI enables ultra-personalized app creation in minutes
-The parallel between 90s mixtapes and modern digital gifts
-Why small, specific apps can create meaningful connections
January 22, 2025
An examination of hidden influence and leadership within organizations and communities.
-Understanding the concept of "shadow org charts" in organizations
-How middle-level influencers often drive real change
-The importance of identifying and nurturing network connections
January 21, 2025
A case study of the Artist Youth Entrepreneurship (AYE) Program at NYC's High School of Art and Design.
-Integration of creative arts education with entrepreneurial skills
-Using AI to transform industry resources into classroom curriculum
-Real-world collaboration between education and industry partners
January 20, 2025
A creative solution for NYC parents dealing with winter indoor activities.
-How inflatable bounce houses transform apartment living
-The social and physical benefits of indoor play spaces
-Creative reimagining of everyday spaces for maximum joy
