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| Handmade Cities Fundraiser | Limited-time fundraiser for Handmade Cities. Contribute to our longevity, and grab some perks! | 2024-02-20T05:00:00Z | /images/news/perk-success-1080x675.jpg |
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Abner Coimbre | false |
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Dear Handmade Community,
I’m dropping you a quick note to share some exciting news about Handmade Cities and an opportunity for you to get involved. Since the beginning of the year, I’ve been getting ready for a public fundraiser to steady my small business. No corporate jargon here – just a straightforward ask for your help:
There are some seriously valuable perks up for grabs 🏆 The high-tier ones are in very limited supply!
When can you grab a perk?
Hit the fundraiser button above! Contributions are already open! If you want your support to make a live appearance on stream, however, follow me on Twitch for notifications:
I’ll be streaming daily for the next ten days (February 19-29th), starting tonight at Seattle Time. If you’re reading this hot off your Inbox, I am live on Twitch as we speak.
What are my Twitch streams about?
Expect some Terminal Click action: my side-project that’s been unfolding in recent VODs. I’ll also be diving into different topics throughout the year:
Hang around on the streams to get a feel for things.
Why the fundraiser?
Widespread tech layoffs (and the fear of more) have dangerously affected my monthly donations. Individual donations are how I make a living, because conference tickets only cover operating costs; the fundraiser page has a detailed FAQ.
Indeed, running indie tech conferences isn’t really profitable, but it allows me to stay true to my values:
- 100% independence
- Affordable tickets
- Zero sponsors
- Discounted/free tickets for those who need it
- Content curated by a fellow systems programmer (that’s moi)
I’m in this to provide a platform for engineers interested in software quality, and who wish to respect (not exploit) their users. We’re an independent voice trying to make a difference.
If you appreciate my work, I could really use your support right now.
All the best,
Abner Coimbre