Welcome to Seán learns...

I went down a rabbit hole, searching for the "perfect" name for this space—something poetic, perhaps a bit obscure, that captured the exact intersection of my various curiosities. I considered titles that sounded like ancient manuscripts or complex philosophical riddles. But I realized that the most honest description of what happens here doesn't need to be clever. It just needs to be true. ## A Quiet Corner This blog is a deliberate step away from the noise. I’ve found that the "town squares" of social media—the constant scrolls and the energy of the comments section—often detract from the simple joy of discovery. This is a sanctuary for exploration, free from the pressure of the algorithm. It is a place to document the process of understanding the world through hands-on work and quiet reflection. ## The Scope of Curiosity My interests are broad, but they all stem from a desire to know how things work, how they are made, and how we might better understand our history and, ultimately, each other. ### The Art of Making From the precise layers of 3D printing and the logic of electronics to the heat of the forge and the grain of the wood. There is a deep, quiet philosophy in the maker spirit—a way of thinking that values the slow, steady process of creation. ### The Open Water Navigating and maintaining my 1992 Hunter 30 mk2 T. Sailing is a constant lesson in physics, weather, and the physical mechanics of the natural world. It requires a presence of mind that the digital world often tries to fragment. ### The History of Ideas I treat language and history as physical artifacts to be appreciated. Whether I am tracing a root word back to the Bayt al-Hikmah (بَيْتُ الْحِكْمَةِ) or exploring the mathematical legacy of al-Khwarizmi (اَلْخَوَارِزْمِيُّ), I am looking for the threads that connect us across time. To balance these Eastern roots, I also look toward the medieval West. I find equal wonder in the Carolingian Renaissance and the development of Old French. The transition from Latin to the vernacular—as seen in the Oaths of Strasbourg (Sacramenta Argentariae)—reminds us that our modern identity was forged in specific, messy historical moments. ### Digital Equity My professional life is rooted in digital accessibility. Ensuring the web is usable for everyone is a foundational principle of an inclusive society—one that prioritizes connection over friction. ## Why the Straightforward Approach? By calling this "Seán learns...", I am giving myself permission to be a perpetual student. This is an invitation to document the entire journey—the failed prints, the navigation errors, and the moments of wonder—rather than just the polished results. If you value curiosity, the grit of a workshop, and the calm of a steady course, I’m glad you’re here.