Impadalko

Personal blog of Ivan Padalko. Read more about me

Returning to Linux

My journey with Linux started in college (2013) when I decided to try Ubuntu. I loved how easy it was to install packages and run programs directly in the terminal. Over the years, I experimented with many distributions, including Xubuntu (where I fell in love with XFCE) and a very precarious Arch Linux installation (where I never quite managed to automate the internet connection). But I always kept Windows as a dual-boot safety net, mostly because certain software required it....

February 12, 2026

Finding New Meaning

Throughout my whole life, I have always been chasing the next thing: college admission, an internship, a new job. This drive, combined with a tendency to hyperfocus, has helped me achieve a lot. In short, when I decide I want something, I do everything I can to achieve it. But what happens when I’m unable to achieve my goal despite my best efforts? I spent the last two years working toward a promotion in my previous company....

February 1, 2026

The Case Of The Golden Idol

A short and fun detective game Finished: 2026/01/25 ...

January 25, 2026

Neon White

Speedrunning heaven, narrative hell Finished: 2026/01/24 ...

January 24, 2026

1000xRESIST

A multifaceted narrative masterpiece Finished: 2026/01/07 ...

January 9, 2026