Ivo Mota
@ivomota.com
Software engineer from Portugal/Europe 🇵🇹🇪🇺 Exploring tech, the human mind, and personal growth. Loves trails🏔️ slow coffee☕️ & deep conversations🤯
I write logs at https://log.ivomota.com
Hi!
I've been stuck in a cycle of constantly switching note-taking apps.
Here's how I finally broke free
log.ivomota.com/stopped-swit...
I've been stuck in a cycle of constantly switching note-taking apps.
Here's how I finally broke free
log.ivomota.com/stopped-swit...
I Finally Stopped Switching Note-Taking Apps
After years of testing dozens of note-taking apps, I finally found a solution. It wasn't about finding the perfect app—it was about committing to one.
log.ivomota.com
October 7, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Hi!
I've been stuck in a cycle of constantly switching note-taking apps.
Here's how I finally broke free
log.ivomota.com/stopped-swit...
I've been stuck in a cycle of constantly switching note-taking apps.
Here's how I finally broke free
log.ivomota.com/stopped-swit...
I’ve been thinking a lot about privacy. Not a strict plan, more like small steps to depend less on big tech.
Here’s my sort-of plan 👉 log.ivomota.com/plan-for-pri...
Here’s my sort-of plan 👉 log.ivomota.com/plan-for-pri...
A Plan (Sort Of) for Privacy | Ivo’s Log
Exploring a sort-of plan for more privacy — small steps to rely less on big tech and keep more control.
log.ivomota.com
August 27, 2025 at 2:55 PM
I’ve been thinking a lot about privacy. Not a strict plan, more like small steps to depend less on big tech.
Here’s my sort-of plan 👉 log.ivomota.com/plan-for-pri...
Here’s my sort-of plan 👉 log.ivomota.com/plan-for-pri...
Took a break from my computer during summer vacation — more family time, less tech. Now I’m back, trying to keep that balance. 🌲💻📱
Read here 👉 log.ivomota.com/tech-detox/
Read here 👉 log.ivomota.com/tech-detox/
Tech-detox on Vacation | Ivo’s Log
Time off the computer, more time with family — and thoughts on keeping that balance ahead.
log.ivomota.com
August 20, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Took a break from my computer during summer vacation — more family time, less tech. Now I’m back, trying to keep that balance. 🌲💻📱
Read here 👉 log.ivomota.com/tech-detox/
Read here 👉 log.ivomota.com/tech-detox/
I “built” my own external SSD instead of buying one prebuilt. Cheaper, better looking, and future-proof - plus the joy of assembling it myself 🔧
Read: log.ivomota.com/built-my-own...
Read: log.ivomota.com/built-my-own...
I Built My Own External SSD Drive | Ivo’s Log
It’s easy to spend money and buy something ready-made. No effort, no tools — just a purchase. But when you build something with your own hands, two things us...
log.ivomota.com
August 9, 2025 at 9:41 PM
I “built” my own external SSD instead of buying one prebuilt. Cheaper, better looking, and future-proof - plus the joy of assembling it myself 🔧
Read: log.ivomota.com/built-my-own...
Read: log.ivomota.com/built-my-own...
I've moved my (b)log - you’re reading it now on Bear Blog
I was looking for something even simpler, more focused on writing, and Bear’s minimalist approach (and manifesto) really clicked with me.
log.ivomota.com/i-have-moved...
#blog #microblog #bearblog
I was looking for something even simpler, more focused on writing, and Bear’s minimalist approach (and manifesto) really clicked with me.
log.ivomota.com/i-have-moved...
#blog #microblog #bearblog
I've moved my (b)log - you’re reading it now on Bear Blog. | Ivo’s Log
This is a simple update that I want to share with you.
After just a week on , I’ve moved my blog to the .
I liked the simplicity of micro.blog, but I was...
log.ivomota.com
July 30, 2025 at 9:48 AM
I've moved my (b)log - you’re reading it now on Bear Blog
I was looking for something even simpler, more focused on writing, and Bear’s minimalist approach (and manifesto) really clicked with me.
log.ivomota.com/i-have-moved...
#blog #microblog #bearblog
I was looking for something even simpler, more focused on writing, and Bear’s minimalist approach (and manifesto) really clicked with me.
log.ivomota.com/i-have-moved...
#blog #microblog #bearblog
So… I Bought a MacBook Air M4. Let Me Explain.: https://micro.ivomota.com/2025/07/25/so-i-bought-a-macbook.html
Yes, I recently bought a MacBook Air M4 — even after saying I wanted more tech freedom. But the plan was never to quit Apple entirely. It was to stay flexible, avoid dogma, and choose ...
Yes, I recently bought a MacBook Air M4 — even after saying I wanted more tech freedom. But the plan was never to quit Apple entirely. It was to stay flexible, avoid dogma, and choose ...
July 25, 2025 at 11:16 AM
So… I Bought a MacBook Air M4. Let Me Explain.: https://micro.ivomota.com/2025/07/25/so-i-bought-a-macbook.html
Yes, I recently bought a MacBook Air M4 — even after saying I wanted more tech freedom. But the plan was never to quit Apple entirely. It was to stay flexible, avoid dogma, and choose ...
Yes, I recently bought a MacBook Air M4 — even after saying I wanted more tech freedom. But the plan was never to quit Apple entirely. It was to stay flexible, avoid dogma, and choose ...
Today was the day I decided to deactivate my X account. The next 30 days will show me if I miss it or not.
January 23, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Today was the day I decided to deactivate my X account. The next 30 days will show me if I miss it or not.
These are my books from 2024. It was also the year I listened to audiobooks for the first time. Without a doubt, it’s an experience I’d like to repeat in 2025. However, I still prefer reading books, especially in print. #books
December 31, 2024 at 3:52 PM
These are my books from 2024. It was also the year I listened to audiobooks for the first time. Without a doubt, it’s an experience I’d like to repeat in 2025. However, I still prefer reading books, especially in print. #books
It's awesome to know my use case inspired @vladcampos.com to create this video! @voicenotes.bsky.social is so simple yet versatile. I keep finding new ways to use it as my main tool to take quick (fast) notes
When a friend (@ivomota.com) who uses #Voicenotes shared this story with me, I immediately told him that I would tell it on my channel. This is a simple example that illustrates how @voicenotes.bsky.social seamless interface makes it so versatile.
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youtu.be/rX8JnZ_X1LM
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youtu.be/rX8JnZ_X1LM
Another nice Voicenotes use case
YouTube video by vladcampos
youtu.be
December 13, 2024 at 2:17 PM
It's awesome to know my use case inspired @vladcampos.com to create this video! @voicenotes.bsky.social is so simple yet versatile. I keep finding new ways to use it as my main tool to take quick (fast) notes
Reposted by Ivo Mota
Don't laugh at me, but I didn't realize I could go to an #open-source project at @github.com and add suggestions or ask for new features. I assumed that only developers could do this, and as a user, I was limited to reporting bugs. Thank you, @ivomota.com, for explaining it to me. 🧵
November 25, 2024 at 5:32 PM
Don't laugh at me, but I didn't realize I could go to an #open-source project at @github.com and add suggestions or ask for new features. I assumed that only developers could do this, and as a user, I was limited to reporting bugs. Thank you, @ivomota.com, for explaining it to me. 🧵
Hi Bluesky 👋
For now, this platform feels like a true blue sky—better content, friendly chats, less polarization. 🌤️
Just as we choose places we enjoy in real life, we should also choose online platforms that bring value to our lives.
#firstpost
For now, this platform feels like a true blue sky—better content, friendly chats, less polarization. 🌤️
Just as we choose places we enjoy in real life, we should also choose online platforms that bring value to our lives.
#firstpost
November 26, 2024 at 2:52 PM
Hi Bluesky 👋
For now, this platform feels like a true blue sky—better content, friendly chats, less polarization. 🌤️
Just as we choose places we enjoy in real life, we should also choose online platforms that bring value to our lives.
#firstpost
For now, this platform feels like a true blue sky—better content, friendly chats, less polarization. 🌤️
Just as we choose places we enjoy in real life, we should also choose online platforms that bring value to our lives.
#firstpost