Notes from the build

Practical guides and write-ups from shipping my own tools and client work.

Guide

Oct 7, 2026·10 min read

How to stop your AI coding agent from reading your .env file

A 20-line Claude Code PreToolUse hook that blocks access to .env files before the tool runs, with the exact settings.json and script.

Claude CodeSecurityHooks

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Guide

Sep 28, 2026·5 min read

GitHub Profile Glow-Up: From Basic to Portfolio in 6 Steps

Recruiters and clients open your GitHub before they reply. Six weekend-sized steps to make it read like a portfolio, with a copy-paste README template.

GitHubCareerPortfolio

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