Nostr notes by Jamie 🐈‍⬛

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2026-04-25T09:57:26Z

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I'm looking for a job! To give a quick introduction: I'm ...

2025-06-24T13:50:05Z

I'm looking for a job!

To give a quick introduction: I'm Jamie, a designer and developer working in Open Source, primarily on the GNOME desktop for Linux. I'm an expert in GTK and Python, and have basic knowledge of standard web technologies (HTML/CSS) and static site generators. I also have some experience in technical writing and assisting others in creating apps.

If anyone is looking for someone in a related field, preferably remote (EU citizen), please reach out :)

#GetFediHired

I wrote a blog post about how you can use closures in Blueprint ...

2025-06-16T13:56:03Z

I wrote a blog post about how you can use closures in Blueprint to make your UI more data driven, you can read it here: https://blogs.gnome.org/monster/data-driven-ui-with-closures/

#GNOME

For anyone who has been frustrated about Firefox's old ...

2025-06-08T18:26:43Z

For anyone who has been frustrated about Firefox's old looking colors, there is now a setting to use the default Firefox theme, and a proposal to make that the default in GNOME. Would be nice to get some +1's to get that going :blobcatthumbsup:

https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1970953

#GNOME

I have been reaching out to core GNOME apps, asking them whether ...

2025-05-28T10:38:19Z

I have been reaching out to core GNOME apps, asking them whether they would allow me to port their UI to Blueprint, an accessible language compared to XML, allowing newer developers to contribute more easily. For now, I'm working on this for both Calendar and Settings.

I also cleaned up the code of various Python apps, namely Refine and Upscaler, and am looking to get more involved in the maintenance of them. Some of the changes I've made follow the rules listed here: https://gitlab.gnome.org/-/snippets/6962

I'm doing all of this in my free time, which is why I would really appreciate it if you considered donating. I prefer to use my new Liberapay account, but I'm also available on GitHub Sponsors. Thank you :QueerCatHeart_Trans:

https://liberapay.com/monster/
https://github.com/sponsors/jamiethecat/

#GNOME

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2025-05-17T09:29:05Z

Creating complex solutions for simple problems.

I've written down some patterns I started following while ...

2025-05-05T15:30:41Z

I've written down some patterns I started following while learning PyGObject and Python as a style guide. It's still up for changing, but it might be useful for some newer developers:

https://gitlab.gnome.org/-/snippets/6962

Feel free to give me suggestions as well, thank you :blobcatheart:

#GNOME

I wrote a blog post about how you can use GObject to write ...

2025-03-19T13:19:15Z

I wrote a blog post about how you can use GObject to write cleaner code for GNOME apps. If you're newer to developing GNOME apps and/or unfamiliar with GObject, consider giving it a read! :blobcat:

https://blogs.gnome.org/monster/cleaner-code-with-gobject/

#GNOME

I've just released my first blog post :blobcat: It talks ...

2025-03-16T23:36:41Z

I've just released my first blog post :blobcat:

It talks about the process of switching fonts to Adwaita Fonts in GNOME.

You can check it out here: https://blogs.gnome.org/monster/introducing-adwaita-fonts/

#GNOME

PS: I'm using WordPress, which GNOME Blogs uses, I have no idea what I'm doing. Also, I'm planning to pick up writing, and I might release more blog posts in the near future.

Me when I write software: Why is this async :blobcat_flop: Me ...

2025-02-12T22:20:17Z

Me when I write software: Why is this async :blobcat_flop:

Me when I use software: Why isn't this async :blobcatfluffangry:

I'm extremely excited about the new GNOME release, which will ...

2025-01-30T13:01:11Z

I'm extremely excited about the new GNOME release, which will feature tons of stylistic polishing and sweetness which me and Laura Kramolis (npub10a7…hf83) worked on:

- Adwaita Fonts, featuring Inter and Iosevka
- Colder grays, making apps and the shell look more modern
- Higher border radii, bringing more bubbly UI
- Subtler banners, gone are the days of screaming info
- Improved hover transitions, no animations in UI feels harsh :(

https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/adwaita-fonts

#GNOME

After helping @npub1d6h…r432 with code, they helped me with a ...

2024-12-04T00:42:54Z

After helping kramo (npub1d6h…r432) with code, they helped me with a new design for my website :blobcatHuggiesfox:

https://jamie.garden

Hi, after long deliberation of whether I should do it, I've ...

2024-11-13T15:34:39Z

Hi, after long deliberation of whether I should do it, I've set up a way to support my volunteer work on GNOME by donating!

I would highly appreciate it if you are able to donate :blobcatheart:

https://github.com/sponsors/jamiethecat

PS: if there are other platforms you prefer, feel free to tell me, I'm new to this stuff :blobcat:

#FOSS #GNOME

Lookin' fresh

2024-11-05T12:23:44Z

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Lookin' fresh

Since this post, a lot has been added :blobcat_engineer: Some of ...

2024-09-16T22:45:35Z

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Since this post, a lot has been added :blobcat_engineer:

Some of the features include:

- Find on Page
- Bookmarks
- Downloads
- History (to be optimized)
- Screenshot Entire Page
- Private Browsing
- Permissions

I've been daily driving it now for testing purposes, and I'm pretty happy with the state. One major task left is adding autosuggestions in the address bar though, which will be a challenge :blobcatglare:

#GNOME

I have been working on the UI, among other things for Navigator ...

2024-08-29T23:41:52Z

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I have been working on the UI, among other things for Navigator with kramo (npub1d6h…r432) :blobcatHuggiesfox:

I think it's looking nice :blobcatthumbsup:

#GNOME

I’m currently working on a new Python WebKitGTK browser for ...

2024-08-27T15:51:57Z

I’m currently working on a new Python WebKitGTK browser for GNOME. I’m aiming for it to be a better foundation to work on than Epiphany which has a huge C codebase and some outdated UI patterns. :blobcat_engineer:

#GNOME

Cantarell isn't maintained anymore, so unless someone ...

2024-07-01T12:57:13Z

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Cantarell isn't maintained anymore, so unless someone volunteers, it's basically a necessity to switch.