Evan Sims
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❋ founder @inferadb.com
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In Chicago this week visiting with our dear friends 😊
November 20, 2025 at 6:33 PM
In Chicago this week visiting with our dear friends 😊
I have the sudden urge to build a MUD with Rust
November 19, 2025 at 10:02 PM
I have the sudden urge to build a MUD with Rust
"Startup" (the series) was a delightful surprise. I recently binge-watched all three seasons. It's a bummer we won't be getting a Season 4!
November 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM
"Startup" (the series) was a delightful surprise. I recently binge-watched all three seasons. It's a bummer we won't be getting a Season 4!
Finding something you're so passionate about that you can envision dedicating the next decade to it is rare and exciting. The first for me was my fiancé; the second is @InferaDB.
November 19, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Finding something you're so passionate about that you can envision dedicating the next decade to it is rare and exciting. The first for me was my fiancé; the second is @InferaDB.
Hot take: Rust is the future of software development, and I'm shaping InferaDB to be a predominantly Rust-based company from the ground up.
November 18, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Hot take: Rust is the future of software development, and I'm shaping InferaDB to be a predominantly Rust-based company from the ground up.
Just set up our new Discord server for InferaDB! Going forward, it'll be our central hub for our developer community to engage directly with the team, exchange best practices and tips and tricks, and where we'll deliver updates on new features, offer official resources and tutorials.
November 18, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Just set up our new Discord server for InferaDB! Going forward, it'll be our central hub for our developer community to engage directly with the team, exchange best practices and tips and tricks, and where we'll deliver updates on new features, offer official resources and tutorials.
Exciting day! We have our first VC calls for InferaDB lined up over the next couple of weeks, starting with our first call today. Wish us luck! 😊
November 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Exciting day! We have our first VC calls for InferaDB lined up over the next couple of weeks, starting with our first call today. Wish us luck! 😊
Code is more than a set of machine instructions; it's a message to future developers, including ourselves. It’s a tool for clear communication over time, capturing our intentions, reasoning, and shared understanding.
November 11, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Code is more than a set of machine instructions; it's a message to future developers, including ourselves. It’s a tool for clear communication over time, capturing our intentions, reasoning, and shared understanding.
I'm so excited about what we've been building at InferaDB. For years, I've seen developers struggle with authorization. It's more often than not a bottleneck that slows down innovation and compromises security. I spent five years in the space re-thinking the approach, and InferaDB is that solution.
November 10, 2025 at 4:56 PM
I'm so excited about what we've been building at InferaDB. For years, I've seen developers struggle with authorization. It's more often than not a bottleneck that slows down innovation and compromises security. I spent five years in the space re-thinking the approach, and InferaDB is that solution.
What on earth did they do to Affinity? This new UI is a nightmare. It's great that the core features are now free — genuinely awesome! But I was more than willing to pay for a seamless experience. A cluttered UI, even at no cost, isn't exactly a crowd-puller.
November 3, 2025 at 2:59 AM
What on earth did they do to Affinity? This new UI is a nightmare. It's great that the core features are now free — genuinely awesome! But I was more than willing to pay for a seamless experience. A cluttered UI, even at no cost, isn't exactly a crowd-puller.
Sneakers (1992) has held up surprisingly well
November 3, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Sneakers (1992) has held up surprisingly well
Both WHOOP and OURA have launched new, extensive blood test panel programs. I explored these options to highlight the differences and help you determine which one offers the best value for your specific needs.
October 23, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Both WHOOP and OURA have launched new, extensive blood test panel programs. I explored these options to highlight the differences and help you determine which one offers the best value for your specific needs.
The more I work with TanStack, the more I fall in love. Its unparalleled quality and exceptional developer experience are truly inspiring. Every library should aspire to be such a joy to use.
October 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The more I work with TanStack, the more I fall in love. Its unparalleled quality and exceptional developer experience are truly inspiring. Every library should aspire to be such a joy to use.
Apple’s rebrand of TV+ makes sense. It’s felt like they’ve been refining the Apple TV+ app UI to eventually replace the dull app launcher experience of the current home screen for quite a while now — the new name seems to reinforce that inevitability. www.techmeme.com/251013/p26#...
Apple renames its Apple TV+ streaming service to “simply” Apple TV, “with a vibrant new identity”
Eric Slivka / MacRumors: Apple renames its Apple TV+ streaming service to “simply” Apple TV, “with a vibrant new identity”
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October 15, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Apple’s rebrand of TV+ makes sense. It’s felt like they’ve been refining the Apple TV+ app UI to eventually replace the dull app launcher experience of the current home screen for quite a while now — the new name seems to reinforce that inevitability. www.techmeme.com/251013/p26#...
Just released OpenFGA Python SDK v0.9.7 with some DX improvements and bug fixes for working with custom headers. Give it a try and let us know what you think! github.com/openfga/pyt...
GitHub - openfga/python-sdk: OpenFGA SDK for Python 3 - https://pypi.org/project/openfga-sdk/
OpenFGA SDK for Python 3 - https://pypi.org/project/openfga-sdk/ - openfga/python-sdk
github.com
October 6, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Just released OpenFGA Python SDK v0.9.7 with some DX improvements and bug fixes for working with custom headers. Give it a try and let us know what you think! github.com/openfga/pyt...
Happy iPhone day to those that celebrate
September 9, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Happy iPhone day to those that celebrate
I figured The Browser Company (of Arc and Dia fame) being acquired was an inevitability, but I did not have Atlassian on that bingo card.
September 4, 2025 at 2:44 PM
I figured The Browser Company (of Arc and Dia fame) being acquired was an inevitability, but I did not have Atlassian on that bingo card.
I try to start each week by reflecting on what went well and what didn't. Just a few sentences of reflection help me uncover patterns often missed in the rush. It's a simple habit with huge returns. Improvement is largely about recognizing what needs to change.
August 31, 2025 at 3:01 PM
I try to start each week by reflecting on what went well and what didn't. Just a few sentences of reflection help me uncover patterns often missed in the rush. It's a simple habit with huge returns. Improvement is largely about recognizing what needs to change.
Another day of guessing: am I sick with bug, is it just allergies, or am I getting a sinus infection? This past week has been a ride, man.
August 28, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Another day of guessing: am I sick with bug, is it just allergies, or am I getting a sinus infection? This past week has been a ride, man.
Another workout complete 😮💨
August 28, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Another workout complete 😮💨
Building with TanStack Start feels like how React *should* have felt all along. If you want transparent, no-BS SSR, you should try it on for size. It's certainly solving a lot of headaches for me and feels like a breath of fresh air.
August 27, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Building with TanStack Start feels like how React *should* have felt all along. If you want transparent, no-BS SSR, you should try it on for size. It's certainly solving a lot of headaches for me and feels like a breath of fresh air.
Every Sunday, I dedicate 15 focused minutes to gain clarity and direction for the upcoming week, setting a positive tone for the days ahead.
August 24, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Every Sunday, I dedicate 15 focused minutes to gain clarity and direction for the upcoming week, setting a positive tone for the days ahead.
Goals hit different when they’re tied to who you are. Not “I will write,” but “I’m a writer.” The label isn’t just semantics-it drags your habits into alignment. Sounds small, but it’s the difference between dabbling and becoming.
August 23, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Goals hit different when they’re tied to who you are. Not “I will write,” but “I’m a writer.” The label isn’t just semantics-it drags your habits into alignment. Sounds small, but it’s the difference between dabbling and becoming.
Be a catalyst, not a constraint. Recognize the unique abilities of each person; every team holds unrealized potential. Set more challenging goals. Foster open dialogue. Delegate responsibility swiftly. Small changes, significant outcomes.
August 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Be a catalyst, not a constraint. Recognize the unique abilities of each person; every team holds unrealized potential. Set more challenging goals. Foster open dialogue. Delegate responsibility swiftly. Small changes, significant outcomes.
Identify a strength in someone today that isn't in their job description. Highlight it. You'll be amazed at how much engagement and confidence it ignites. Multipliers recognize and celebrate hidden talents. Sometimes, that's all it takes to transform a career path.
August 22, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Identify a strength in someone today that isn't in their job description. Highlight it. You'll be amazed at how much engagement and confidence it ignites. Multipliers recognize and celebrate hidden talents. Sometimes, that's all it takes to transform a career path.