This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Imam Ali Mustofa
Hello Punk, I am back!
After gaining significant attention and a glimmer of hope, the clouds slowly began to roll in.
The Thought
As a Full-time Open Source contributor, this is not just a hobby. What I do is a passion that I continue to learn and grow in every day. Although I am not an expert and do not know everything, I have mastered the skills I possess. I choose not to be a 'Swiss Army knife' but instead to keep learning, sharpening myself, and dreaming of becoming a "Samurai".
Indeed, sometimes my Sufistic side fortifies (not hinders) my mind from being consumed by the pursuit of wealth, because I believe that God is neither foolish nor neglectful toward His creations. That is why I always strive to do things not solely based on 'money,' but rather on personal fulfillment, knowing that what I have done can be useful and beneficial to others.
For 10 years, I have been immersed in the world of programming, and for the past 6 years, I have lived with my small family, including a beautiful daughter who has become the energy and inspiration for my freestyle approach to everything. They (my wife and daughter) are the best and strongest people I have in my life.
Choosing to be a Full-time Open Source contributor in Indonesia is considered a 'CRAZY' decision. Unlike in other countries, where knowledge and creative work are valued appropriately, I am constrained by my own Sufistic mindset. I cannot resist the magic of one simple word that can come from someone's mouth: 'Thank you.' This often creates ambiguity when it clashes with financial realities. Yes, this is the irony I face.
But once again, it all comes back to God, the All-Knowing and the All-Providing.
Future Idea
This year, I am going to create something big, and it will undoubtedly require a lot of time, energy, and thought. Since this idea is still being developed and will later be revealed to the public, you can try to guess for now what it might be. As a clue, you can check out my GitHub profile. From there, you’ll get an idea of what I’m likely working on—everything is interconnected between what’s on my GitHub and the news surrounding it.
Support
If you appreciate someone 'crazy' like me, who supports their family through the passion I have, you can support what I do on GitHub. It would mean the world to me, as there are no words to fully express my gratitude and appreciation for those who use the tools I’ve created over the years.
See you...
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Imam Ali Mustofa
Imam Ali Mustofa | Sciencx (2025-01-23T21:32:45+00:00) Seeking Support for Something Useful. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2025/01/23/seeking-support-for-something-useful/
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