Ron Forbes

I rebuilt ronforbes.com in an afternoon using Claude Design and Claude Desktop.

A leaked Claude Code daemon called KAIROS and Karpathy's viral knowledge base blueprint just revealed the future of personal AI.

Claude shipped computer use, Dispatch, Channels, and scheduled tasks in eight weeks, replicating what previously required OpenClaw and a self-hosted server.

AI didn't create the information overload problem, it made it impossible to ignore.

The most important skill for working with AI agents isn't technical.

I connected my Obsidian vault to OpenClaw — a 24/7 AI agent — and it changed how I work, think, and live.

OpenAI just validated personal AI agents.

The AI moment is accelerating fast.

The gap between AI inspiration and action is smaller than you think.

OpenClaw has 100k GitHub stars and terrifying security flaws.

How to automate the low-stakes tasks consuming your time so you can focus on the high-stakes decisions that actually matter

I migrated my personal website from Notion to a custom Next.js site, built entirely with AI.

How I use Claude Code with Obsidian as an AI life coach, synthesizing years of notes into actionable insights.

A PM's honest take on AI-assisted coding after three months of real practice—what works, what doesn't, and why your 'just enough to be dangerous' technical background might be your biggest advantage.

On identity, scale, and the uncomfortable truth about senior IC work - lessons learned about transitioning from problem-solver to strategic leader.

Reflecting on my move to NYC, reigniting my work at Meta, navigating the chaos of cross-country relocation, and finding hope in a world transformed by AI.

A practical guide to breaking into product management covering product sense development, analytics skills, resume building, interview preparation, networking, and building a PM portfolio.

How shifting from rehearsed answers to authentic purpose can transform job interviews—and life decisions.

A comprehensive guide on using Notion as the backbone of your digital presence, including tips on databases, Super.so integration, and content organization.

After over 15 years in the role, I share the truths about product management—the challenges, the rewards, and the skills you need to succeed.

Reframing the question of finding time to making conscious choices about how we spend our limited hours.

Navigating the three stages of a midlife crisis—the trigger, the search for meaning, and acceptance—as a millennial approaching 40.

Exploring my fear of creating in public and the reframes that help me push past the resistance to share more of myself online.

Welcome to The Degenerate—a newsletter sharing productivity tips, career advice, and life lessons from a high-functioning adult who still loves going out dancing.

A guide to enabling and using the Seamless Multitasking feature on Meta Quest, allowing you to run 2D windows alongside immersive apps for greater flexibility and productivity.

An updated guide on how to use Meta Quest for productivity, including why spatial computing matters, how to set up for multitasking, and practical use cases.

Ten thought-provoking questions to ask yourself while exploring New York City—or navigating everyday life.

It's been a while since my last update, and what a journey it has been!

A quick update on my journey developing a modern successor to Tetris Attack for VisionOS, including milestones achieved and thoughts on balancing development with life.

Delving deeper into the goals behind my game development project, from personal growth in VR/MR development to creating an engaging game for current and future generations.

Sharing the exciting phase of my game development journey: prototyping the core gameplay and discovering that magical formula that keeps players coming back.

I'm thrilled to share my journey into the fascinating world of game development, specifically for visionOS.

How I use Notion as my second brain and Super to host my personal website, combining document editing, relational databases, and content publishing.

Exploring the psychology of hedonic adaptation and the importance of gratitude for present circumstances while pursuing future aspirations.

How I'm using Notion to organize my life, from tasks and notes to journaling and life strategy, focusing on content over customization.

Reflections on wisdom teeth removal, discovering Notion as a second brain, and exploring augmented reality development during recovery.

A reflection on life at 37 across health, work, relationships, and hobbies—inspired by Austin Kleon's Show Your Work philosophy.

A practical guide to VR productivity with multitasking on Oculus Quest, covering setup, best practices, and the future of working in virtual reality.

Lessons on landing a tech job, covering growth-oriented mindset, the STAR storytelling method, and technical problem solving strategies.

Setting goals for perfect physical, mental, and emotional health through Peloton, urban hikes, audiobooks, and meditation.

A walkthrough of my peaceful morning ritual—from waking up to coffee shop visits to planning the day ahead.

Exploring how virtual reality is transforming productivity with multi-screen workstations, Bluetooth peripherals, and immersive focus environments on Oculus Quest.

Lessons learned about tax withholding after a painful tax day—and why lending the government an interest-free loan isn't the answer either.

The story of finally buying ronforbes.com after years of watching it slip away—sometimes you just have to bite the bullet.

As a tech, music, and gaming enthusiast, I spend a lot of time researching the best gear for my home office.

Learning to live within your means is equal parts art and science, from identifying creative opportunities to critically executing experiments on your life.

Phase 1 on the roadmap is to build a budget of your income and expenses.

My mental model for thinking about wealth in stages, from financial awareness to abundant financial independence, with each phase building upon the last.

Analyzing the first two weeks after launching our puzzle game on the web—what worked, what didn't, and the critical lesson about mobile support.

I want to pick back up where we left off with our Product Vision and how it led to the next step of developing a Product Roadmap that would lead us to where we are now.