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“Pretty soon, when you start noticing something that causes you psychic pain, you’ll get excited about it, not afraid. Ooh, another chance to get stronger. You’ll seek out things you’re scared of and intentionally confront them, because it’s an easy way to get the great rewards of self-improvement.”

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Raw Thought: The Weblog of Aaron Swartz

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Aaron Swartz
Aaron Swartz

Aaron Swartz, born on November 8, 1986, was an American computer programmer known for his contributions to the cause of internet freedom and open access. He demonstrated an exceptional talent for computer programming from a young age and became an active member of the tech community. Swartz played a key role in the development of the RSS 1.0 specification and was a leading advocate for open access to scientific literature. Tragically, he passed away on January 11, 2013, due to depression. more

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