This is the ParsecXR blog. Welcome.
This blog is about eXtended Reality, side-hustles, software development and whatever else I feel like rambling about. It may also be a form of therapy. At the very least it could be a way for me to improve my writing skills. Let's see how that goes.
I am going to try and use it to track my progress with building my own side business and sharing what I learn on the way. The aim here is for a win-win proposition. I keep myself on track by journaling what I learn, and you get to (hopefully) learn from my mistakes along the way.
Firstly, let's some introductions and caveats.
Allow me to introduce...myself. I am a 50+ year old software engineer with a family, house, an old dog and a steady (but dull) job. Having ticked most of the 'game of life' boxes, I am looking to build a side business that I can transition to instead of working 9-5 in a cubicle. I've lived the Dilbert cubicle life for 25+ years and I am beyond done with that way of working. It gets a little harder to stomach each day.
But, I am also financially restrained and I'm not ready to turn off the tap on a reliable income stream just yet. I'd rather build something on the side 'brick by brick' in my own time instead of taking a leap into the unknown. Building something on the side will (hopefully) keep me sane during the endless scrum meetings.
Now the caveats. I am a competent programmer, but not a great one. If other developers are artists then I am a house painter. I'll get the job done and your house will even look nice, but don't expect me to paint anything that you'd want to hang in an art gallery. This won't be a blog about programming excellence, but will hopefully have enough practical tips to make it worth visiting occasionally.
I am also a massive introvert. I hate socialising. Crowds freak me out., and I am deeply uncomfortable with people I don't know. Also, the internet is full of crazies, and some of you out there are real weirdos. For those reasons, this blog is going to be more or less anonymous.
For the purposes of imagination - if you feel the need to picture me - think about a cross between Arnold Rimmer and Joe 90. If that doesn't scare you off then feel free to read on.
