Tareq Notes from a builder
I’m Tareq, a builder, explorer and lifelong learner. This site is my personal corner of the internet. A place to document experiments, ideas and side projects that don’t fit neatly into the business world.
I’ve been building in tech for over 25 years. I’ve seen the rise of the internet, the mobile wave, the shift to the cloud. But nothing, absolutely nothing, feels quite like what’s happening with AI right now.
Continue reading: This Feels Like 1996 All Over Again: The Quiet Explosion of AI Small, consistent actions compound into massive success over time. Building great habits isn’t about massive motivation or big goals; it’s about better systems and tiny daily improvements.
Continue reading: Atomic Habits by James Clear — Practical Summary and Action Plan At 45, working with 20-somethings in tech shows me that while they’re iPhone pros, many still struggle with MacBook skills crucial for real productivity.
Continue reading: iPhone Wizards, MacBook Strugglers: Reflections from a 45-Year-Old in Tech Mastering Mac keyboard shortcuts can massively boost your productivity. Whether you’re managing files, editing text or navigating your system, this cheatsheet has you covered.
Continue reading: Mac Keyboard Shortcuts Cheatsheet Boosting productivity isn’t just about working harder, it’s about working smarter. A collection of ChatGPT prompts to plan your day, beat procrastination and review your week.
Continue reading: ChatGPT Prompts for Mastering Productivity The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey is a timeless guide to personal and professional effectiveness. Covey explains that true success is built on developing strong character and living a principle-centered life.
Continue reading: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People — Summary and Key Insights Every idea begins with a single step. This space is my personal lab — a place to document, experiment, and grow. Here you’ll find notes, projects, explorations, and reflections — without the pressure of perfection. It’s not about polished results.
Continue reading: 🚀 Welcome to the JourneyUpdated October 2026.