SSAB - September 25, 2025

Learning all about APIs… remember what I said about Granola being a “wrapper” for ChatGPT? Well, using an API key would be how you would build such a program.LOL, coming across “On this day last year” memes on TikTok! Back when I was posting regularly. (And yes, still doing outreach.)Edited SLV Episode 58. It might be that I just get these podcasts out later cause I’m having trouble finding the time.Meeting tonight, we’ll see if I stay up, but so far I’m learning as people are posting the projects they’re making. Better get to work!But, keep in mind… better to buy than build! Thinking, Granola might be a “wrapper” but it works.Donate to the show! PayPal link below!https://www.paypal.me/stevensirski?locale.x=en_CA***Show notes n tracks up on stevensirski.comAnd on Notion: https://stevensirski.notion.site/SSAB-The-Audio-Blog-of-Steven-Sirski-00acfe344e164bfab191d3cddf6952b2?pvs=4Newsletter over at stevensirski.substack.comLanguage vlog on http://www.youtube.com/@stevenslanguagevlogHope you have a great one!!00:00 Introduction and Daily Life00:44 Reflections on Being an Expat01:41 Career Changes and COVID Impact03:47 Memories and Regrets04:28 TikTok and Job Changes05:15 University Job Challenges07:26 Future Plans and Reflections16:28 APIs and Tech Exploration21:56 Building vs. Buying Software28:52 Podcasting and Futureproofing33:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts