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Systems Programmer

Nora Fitzgerald

Writing software that lives close to the metal. Nora works in Rust and C on OS internals, compiler toolchains, and memory-safe systems — and contributes to open source projects where correctness and performance are the same requirement.

  • Rust & Systems C
  • OS Internals & Kernel Development
  • LLVM & Compiler Toolchains
  • Memory Safety & Concurrency
  • Open Source Engineering

Articles by Nora Fitzgerald

  1. 2026-10-02

    Why Data Privacy Matters: Lessons from Meta's Deletion

    A woman's loss of two decades of digital memories highlights the critical importance of data privacy and control.

  2. 2026-10-01

    State Machines in Microservices: The Architectural Evolution

    Discover how state machines revolutionize microservices architecture by enhancing reliability, scalability, and maintainability.

  3. 2026-09-30

    Rust Serialization: Rethinking Efficiency and Flexibility

    Discover how Deser challenges Rust's serialization paradigms with efficiency and adaptability, reshaping data handling in systems programming.

  4. 2026-09-27

    Intel 8087 Tangent Algorithm: A Deep Dive Explained

    Explore the intricacies of the Intel 8087's tangent algorithm and its remarkable approach to floating-point computation.

  5. 2026-09-26

    Operating Systems Explained: The Modern Landscape

    Explore the evolution of operating systems and their pivotal role in modern computing, from classic kernels to cloud-based architectures.

  6. 2026-09-23

    JavaScript on ESP32: A Real-World OS Adventure

    Explore the inventive blend of JavaScript and embedded systems through a new OS for the ESP32, pushing the boundary of IoT development.

  7. 2026-09-20

    Landlock LSM: Secure Sandboxing Explained

    Discover how Landlock LSM enhances Linux security by allowing user-space programs to create secure sandboxes directly in the kernel.

  8. 2026-09-06

    Running Apple II Software on a Commodore 64: The Real Story

    Explore the challenges and possibilities of running Apple II software on a Commodore 64, a journey filled with ingenuity.

  9. 2026-09-03

    Why Robotics Engineering Is Incredibly Hard: Explained

    Robotics demands a unique blend of mechanical, electrical, and software expertise, making it one of the most challenging engineering fields.

  10. 2026-08-25

    IBM's New Chip: Execute Arm and Z Instructions Natively

    IBM's groundbreaking chip blends Arm and Z instruction sets, redefining CPU architecture for versatility and performance.