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Why passion burns out, how discipline rewires your brain, and the paradox of needing both patience and urgency to master yourself
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What I learned moving from FastAPI to Litestar—and discovering that validation doesn't have to be magic to be powerful
Litestar DTOs: The 'Advanced Feature' I Didn't Need (And When You Might)
I thought I was doing it wrong by not using DTOs. Turns out, sometimes the simple approach is exactly right—here's how to know which to choose
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From understanding the problem to implementing solutions—a comprehensive, actionable plan for reversing insulin resistance through fasting, diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes
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Understanding how constant eating, inflammation, and visceral fat create a dangerous cascade that leads to heart disease—explained clearly
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