The Informed Life Karl Voit on Org Mode
Oct 22, 2023
Life hacker Karl Voit discusses his use of Org Mode in Emacs to manage personal information, including collecting web bookmarks, integrating file management, and troubleshooting computer issues. He also explores using Orgzly on mobile devices and customizing Emacs. The episode concludes with a workshop announcement on building a personal knowledge garden.
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Early PIM Obsession
- Karl Voit has been interested in personal information management since school, creating custom Filofax pages.
- He was driven by a desire for optimization and control, even meticulously tracking classmates' teacher interactions.
Laziness as a Driver
- Personalization and optimizing tools can be enjoyable, not just work.
- Investing time upfront can save time later and offer greater control.
Emacs as Lego
- Emacs, an open-source software, is highly adaptable and customizable.
- It's like a box of Lego bricks, allowing users to build and modify tools to fit their specific needs.