T. Kearny Vertner, III
@vertner.net
Digital native, modern nomad, gamer, parent, Airman. Disclaimer: these are my views and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of the DoD. He/Him.
SCUBA is an acronym for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus
TUBA is an acronym for Terrible Underwater Breathing Apparatus
TUBA is an acronym for Terrible Underwater Breathing Apparatus
a man wearing goggles stands in front of a blue ocean
ALT: a man wearing goggles stands in front of a blue ocean
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December 17, 2025 at 12:39 AM
SCUBA is an acronym for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus
TUBA is an acronym for Terrible Underwater Breathing Apparatus
TUBA is an acronym for Terrible Underwater Breathing Apparatus
You’ve heard of Flock of Seagulls, but what about Flock of Smegols?
November 30, 2025 at 5:28 PM
You’ve heard of Flock of Seagulls, but what about Flock of Smegols?
Happy Veteran's Day, ya'll. I hope you left your boots out last night so Capt America could fill them with Rip-Its, Copenhagen, Monsters, and Zyn.
November 12, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Happy Veteran's Day, ya'll. I hope you left your boots out last night so Capt America could fill them with Rip-Its, Copenhagen, Monsters, and Zyn.
New blog post! For the first time in a few years... just a quick note about how I've transitioned my host and capitulated to the dominant software choice after 13 years or - How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Wordpress. #blog #wordpress #selfhosting vertner.net/post/persona...
Personal Blog: New Year, New Platform – Vertner.net
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November 6, 2025 at 9:04 PM
New blog post! For the first time in a few years... just a quick note about how I've transitioned my host and capitulated to the dominant software choice after 13 years or - How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Wordpress. #blog #wordpress #selfhosting vertner.net/post/persona...
Happy birthday, U.S. Air Force! Looking pretty damned good at 78. Here's to another year of being the deadliest fighting force in human history!
September 19, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Happy birthday, U.S. Air Force! Looking pretty damned good at 78. Here's to another year of being the deadliest fighting force in human history!
I have the cutest damned cat. It’s hard to believe this little man is ~12 years old!
August 21, 2025 at 3:12 PM
I have the cutest damned cat. It’s hard to believe this little man is ~12 years old!
In today’s episode of My Kid is Cooler Than Yours, we’re using our 3D printer to build his vision for a costume so he can work part-time at a haunted house this fall.
August 17, 2025 at 3:22 PM
In today’s episode of My Kid is Cooler Than Yours, we’re using our 3D printer to build his vision for a costume so he can work part-time at a haunted house this fall.
How do you make a computer say five? You’ll figure it out; it’s Programming Binary 101.
August 9, 2025 at 1:52 PM
How do you make a computer say five? You’ll figure it out; it’s Programming Binary 101.
A NEW HAND TOUCHES THE BEACON
July 19, 2025 at 2:11 PM
A NEW HAND TOUCHES THE BEACON
Spicy take: what if we renamed NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex to NAS Oceana Chapman Annex?
June 27, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Spicy take: what if we renamed NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex to NAS Oceana Chapman Annex?
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I couldn’t agree more. I know new features sell, but I feel like we’ve nearly reached an ideal feature state where my gear does everything I want and more… and all I really want is increased speed, stability, and user experience.
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I couldn’t agree more. I know new features sell, but I feel like we’ve nearly reached an ideal feature state where my gear does everything I want and more… and all I really want is increased speed, stability, and user experience.
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Apple needs another Snow Leopard to fix its software — 9to5Mac
The last few days have been very busy when it comes to Apple news. That’s because the company has confirmed that the new Siri experience has been delayed while sources suggest that the new features pr...
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March 15, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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I couldn’t agree more. I know new features sell, but I feel like we’ve nearly reached an ideal feature state where my gear does everything I want and more… and all I really want is increased speed, stability, and user experience.
apple.news/AaKCzouwhQ46...
I couldn’t agree more. I know new features sell, but I feel like we’ve nearly reached an ideal feature state where my gear does everything I want and more… and all I really want is increased speed, stability, and user experience.
apple.news/AaKCzouwhQ46...
I repaired my vacuum’s trigger for 15 cents thanks to my local library and their maker space! Support your local library!
March 11, 2025 at 3:05 AM
I repaired my vacuum’s trigger for 15 cents thanks to my local library and their maker space! Support your local library!
We can’t always fix today, but we can always work on tomorrow.
March 1, 2025 at 2:43 PM
We can’t always fix today, but we can always work on tomorrow.
Our ability to fight with our whole population is a key competitive advantage. youtu.be/SaJN2e3-UTc?...
U.S. Air Force: General Brown Commercial :30
YouTube video by U.S. Air Force Recruiting
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February 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Our ability to fight with our whole population is a key competitive advantage. youtu.be/SaJN2e3-UTc?...
If you’re cold, she’ll be cold. Let her out.
February 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
If you’re cold, she’ll be cold. Let her out.
Sasha is always watching (you eat)
February 16, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Sasha is always watching (you eat)
Look, I get it... but sometimes I just want to tune out the world and laugh.
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February 2, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Look, I get it... but sometimes I just want to tune out the world and laugh.
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I 3D printed my first thing tonight: a micro-benchy! USB drive for scale. I’m lucky to have a local library with a free maker space! 📚❤️
January 28, 2025 at 4:55 AM
I 3D printed my first thing tonight: a micro-benchy! USB drive for scale. I’m lucky to have a local library with a free maker space! 📚❤️
I low-key love how this app supports custom domains in the user handles
January 27, 2025 at 12:09 AM
I low-key love how this app supports custom domains in the user handles
My #ESP32 garage project is working great! I even added a temperature sensor. The logic works great with my smart garage opener: when @lvertner.bsky.social or I get home, it checks to see if the ultrasonic sees something parked under it. If no, it opens *that* door; if yes, it opens the other door!
January 26, 2025 at 8:54 PM
My #ESP32 garage project is working great! I even added a temperature sensor. The logic works great with my smart garage opener: when @lvertner.bsky.social or I get home, it checks to see if the ultrasonic sees something parked under it. If no, it opens *that* door; if yes, it opens the other door!
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Love your libraries. youtube.com/shorts/il_RE...
Mangos. Manuals. Media.
YouTube video by Luke Humphris
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January 25, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Love your libraries. youtube.com/shorts/il_RE...
Duffelblog kills it again! Unlike prior SOF operators…
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SOF in crisis after POG terrorist stacks more bodies than career Green Beret
"Our nation expects only the best from SOF, including their transition to the crazed veteran life."
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January 12, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Duffelblog kills it again! Unlike prior SOF operators…
www.duffelblog.com/p/sof-in-cri...
www.duffelblog.com/p/sof-in-cri...