Author | Lightnews

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · 7d

Putting the finishing touches on the beta release of 2nd edition of Eloquent Ruby, which should be available sometime in the next couple of weeks.

This has been a long, long journey but the finish line is at least out there on the horizon. I mean, who writes a book with 746 separate code examples?

6 25

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · 16d

There are things that everyone knows. These are the things that nobody talks about. Which is why not everyone knows what "everyone knows."

You know?

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · 19d

In other news, the print version of my novel Overdrive is almost ready. And it has a different cover!
www.amazon.com/Overdrive-Li...

3

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · 21d

The 2nd edition of Eloquent Ruby has a cover!

5 22

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Oct 1

Eloquent Ruby update: We are edging towards a beta release, probably early to mid Nov.

One. Page. At. A. Time.

1 2 14

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Sep 15

Somehow I've lived in this neighborhood for years without noticing just how cool the people down the street are...

1

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Sep 13

Thanks! Just ordered a couple and some ink.

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Sep 12

@antiheroine.bsky.social Hey do you have any recommendations for a converter and ink for that LAMY pen you talked me into buying?

I'm going thru 2-3 cartridges a week...

1

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Sep 4

November is coming!

2

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Sep 3

I've released the framework that I used to create the epub/kindle version of my recent novel, Overdrive, up on github.

So if you have ever had the urge to write a novel in markdown, this is your lucky day.

github.com/russolsen/bo...

GitHub - russolsen/book_markdown_template

Contribute to russolsen/book_markdown_template development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com

1 3

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Aug 21

Via the magic of photoshop, James looks like he's scolding me and I look like I'm playing no attention. Totally out of character for James and so in character for me.

1

Reposted by Russ Olsen

GOTO Conferences @gotocon.com · Aug 21

How do you get people truly excited about functional programming? @russolsen.bsky.social & @boicy.bovon.org share fresh insights you won’t want to miss.

How to Get People Excited about Functional Programming • Russ Olsen & James Lewis • GOTO 2024

This interview was recorded at GOTO Copenhagen 2024. #GOTOcon #GOTOcph https://gotocph.com Russ Olsen - Author of "Getting Clojure" & "Eloquent Ruby" @russolsen3122 James Lewis - Software Architect…

youtu.be

2 1 5

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Aug 13

www.amazon.com/Overdrive-Li...

Overdrive: A Lighthearted Tale of AI, Flying Cars and Milkshakes

Amazon.com: Overdrive: A Lighthearted Tale of AI, Flying Cars and Milkshakes eBook : Olsen, Russ: Kindle Store

www.amazon.com

2

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Aug 13

Between working on the Eloquent Ruby and the novel Overdrive, I've been struck by how much overlap there is between writing fiction and technical stuff.

The one needs to be entertaining, flow from scene to scene and pop up with surprises every now and then.

The other is a long made-up story.

1 2

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Aug 13

Eloquent Ruby 2nd edition update: Just finished the first draft of the pattern matching chapter.

It's a bit like squeezing out that last bit of toothpaste, from the point of view of the tube. But also fun

8

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jul 29

Thanks for the offer but we are working with the fine folks from the publisher.

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jul 24

I came across an old shirt while cleaning out my closet, had a wave of nostalgia.

3

Reposted by Russ Olsen

Tech Talks Weekly @techtalksweekly.bsky.social · Jul 16

2/5. "Functional Programming in 40 Minutes • Russ Olsen • GOTO 2024" ⸱ +3k views ⸱ 09 Jul 2025 ⸱ https://youtube.com/watch?v=QujM1S3tP-I
@gotocon.com @russolsen.bsky.social

1 1 2

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jul 15

I keep getting these "Unlock AI for just $10!!!!" type ads.

I keep asking how much it would cost to throw away the key...

1

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jul 14

There are no secrets in a small town. That's a problem for Anne, Grant and Syd because they have some earth-shattering secrets that they must keep.

1

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jul 14

Here's another in my somewhat erratic updates on the second edition of Eloquent Ruby: We've passed the half way mark on the first draft. Sixteen out of thirty one chapters done.

Getting there. One. Page. At. A. Time.

2

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jul 14

In other news, the kindle version of my novel Overdrive went on sale today. Make sure you order your copy before supplies run out!

www.amazon.com/dp/B0FGY8ZPM...

Overdrive: A Lighthearted Tale of AI, Flying Cars and Milkshakes

Amazon.com: Overdrive: A Lighthearted Tale of AI, Flying Cars and Milkshakes eBook : Olsen, Russ: Kindle Store

www.amazon.com

1

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jul 9

I'm pretty much convinced that when the history of the 21st century is written, Amazon's main contribution will be recognized as supplying inexpensive cardboard for creative prototyping.

Mockup of a frame for a raw lcd screen.

3

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jul 7

So my novel, Overdrive, is available for preorder on Amazon. It will be out next Monday, July 14. It will also be available on Kindle Unlimited for 90 days.

www.amazon.com/dp/B0FGY8ZPM...

Overdrive: A Lighthearted Tale of AI, Flying Cars and Milkshakes

Amazon.com: Overdrive: A Lighthearted Tale of AI, Flying Cars and Milkshakes eBook : Olsen, Russ: Kindle Store

www.amazon.com

2

Russ Olsen @russolsen.bsky.social · Jun 27

... and my "coming soon" novel, Overdrive, now has a cover!

4