Digital IDs 💸 Will cost billions ⚠️ Will be riddled with errors ❌ Won’t reduce irregular migration at all. Tell Starmer to scrap his scheme ⬇️ https://goodlaw.social/j2ld

In September, I finally got around to playing Shadown Tactics: Blades of the Shogun. This one has been on my to-do list for a LONG time. So, how does it hold up? mdsimpson.co.uk/2025/10/shad...

The Online Safety Act sure has made being online more dangerous.

Had an email through this morning that they're closing my kid's lovely little school and merging it with another school nearby, it's going to be so crowded. As long as we're spending a load of money on building data centres though, that's the important thing, eh? I'm gutted.

Silence is not golden. Silence is deeply suspicious! #Fatherhood

🧭 In his latest blog post, #SSIFellow @mdsimpson.co.uk reflects on his experience at the N8 CIR RSE Annual Meetup where he shared insights about his Fellowship and his work supporting mental health in the RSE community. Read more at www.software.ac.uk/blog/n8-cir-...

The @softwaresaved.bsky.social fellowship programme is back and I talked to 3 new fellows of the 2025 cohort in this new episode [EN] of #code4thought. If you want to find out what Esther, Mike & Niko are up to tune into your podcast app, YouTube podcast or simply codeforthought.buzzsprout.com

Thanks! I will share the recording as soon as it's uploaded.

Got to meet nerd royalty at #RSECon25: the hilarious Matt Parker (@standupmaths.bsky.social). 🤓

Top 10 places not to be when they test the emergency alert: a busy train carriage! 🙃

Come and say hi if you see me at #RSECon25 next week, and stop by the @softwaresaved.bsky.social stand to pick up the brand-new, version 2.0 "Let's Talk About Mental Health" leaflets and stickers. mdsimpson42.github.io/converse/

An ‘ultracrepidarian’ (19th century) is one who loves to give their opinion, at length, on matters they know nothing about.

Figured some of you might need some emergency Marv this morning! #Dog #BassetHound

For my Year of Gaming challenge this month, I decided to try another game that pushes me slightly out of my comfort zone: Hardspace Shipbreaker. mdsimpson.co.uk/2025/08/hard...

In September, I'll be back on the road, bringing my talk to #RSECon25, #RSAA25 and @theturing.bsky.social. I'll discuss what I've been up to so far, the ConveRSE website and future plans for my @softwaresaved.bsky.social Fellowship.

Anyone else playing Apocalypse Bingo? 😬

Inventor of the real-life Torment Nexus from the book "Don't Create the Torment Nexus" is surprised that it is being used for torment.

Our 2025 Community survey is now live. Please let us know more about how you engage with the Society and what we can do to improve our membership offering. You don't have to be a Society member to participate. forms.gle/u7rQoeGq9uku...

🧭 We are pleased to announce that applications for the SSI Fellowship Programme 2026 are now open! The deadline to apply is Mon 6 Oct. Find out more and access further resources at www.software.ac.uk/news/ssi-fel...

This month, things didn't quite go to plan with my Year of Gaming Challenge. On the upside, I ended up playing a few demos instead. Here are my first impressions of the Absolum, Dispatch and Songs of Silence demos. mdsimpson.co.uk/2025/08/july...

🧭 We are pleased to announce that applications for the SSI Fellowship Programme 2026 will be open from Mon 11 Aug to Mon 6 Oct 2025. An introductory Fellowship Programme Launch Webinar will be held on Thu 21 Aug. Find out more at www.software.ac.uk/news/fellows...

Pls respect my boundaries 💙 Anything you’d add?

#TerryPratchett #Quote

Those of us living with mental illness have enough to deal with. We shouldn’t have to put up with stigma too.

skill issue

I am the chosen one! 😍 #Puppy #Dog

Aaand the porn-bots are here! NOW it feels like Twitter!

Time to refill that cup P.S. search 'self-care' on our website for lots of tips and ideas for how

New community award needing your nominations! In addition to the Outstanding Contribution to the RSE Community, Rising Star, Training & Education and Impact awards, there is anew Green RSE award, sponsored by the Software Sustainability Institute! Full details: rsecon25.society-rse.org/awards/

💬 #SSIFellow @mdsimpson.co.uk has launched a new initiative names ConveRSE. The website will serve as a hub for mental health information and support, including updates on his fellowship and collaborations with others in the community. Find out more at www.software.ac.uk/blog/convers...

It feels like, with all our human ingenuity, it should be possible to make straw that lasts longer 10 seconds but less than 10 million years! 🤔

One Year Hard Labour Tory chaos rebadged with a red rosette. youtu.be/SpJhyyhuJrY?...

Wait for the..... <fist-bump>. #ChimpChum 🐵

🟢 In our latest blog post #SSIFellow @mdsimpson.co.uk tells us more about his experience becoming a Mental Health First Aider as part of his Fellowship activities. Read the full story at www.software.ac.uk/blog/becomin...

This month, I finally got around to playing Hi-Fi Rush, a rhythm action game where you have to save the world by smashing robots to the beat with a guitar. Does it make sense? No! Was it fun? Absolutely! mdsimpson.co.uk/2025/06/hi-f...

The deadline for the trustee elections has been extended: ⏰ 23:59 (BST) Monday 30th June 2025 ⏰ Please consider stepping forward to help support the Society. And pass this on to your colleagues. We cannot do what we do without support from this wonderful community. society-rse.org/trustee-nomi...

One day at a time. Im talking to you - you, who might be struggling with your sobriety, or your anxiety, or your mental health - or just struggling. One day at a time. You cant fix everything, all the time. Hold on to one thing. One day at a time. You are loved ❤️

USB fan + power bank = portable cooling! 😎

Great discussion on Dealing with Anxiety (and #MentalHealth in general) from Jimmy Carr, of all people! www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fYm...

Meet the Trustees - As the 2025/26 elections are currently underway, we thought we'd introduce ourselves and talk about our experience of being Society Trustees. Read more about who we are and what we do in the post below. society-rse.org/meet-the-tru...

Huge thanks to everyone from @ukceh.bsky.social who organised and showed up for my @softwaresaved.bsky.social #MentalHealth talk today. It's a nerve-wracking talk to give, but everyone was so kind and welcoming. Nice to see some familiar faces too! 😊

It is not "free" WiFi if I have to give you all my personal information to use it! 😡

One of the many, many highlights from @softwaresaved.bsky.social #CollabW25 was getting to meet my fellow Fellows and hearing about all the fascinating and varied work that everyone is doing. Still feeling amazed and honoured to be among them!

This week, I'm heading to Lancaster, Durham and (virtually, unfortunately!) The Netherlands to deliver my @softwaresaved.bsky.social Fellowship #MentalHealth talk. Wish me luck!

My 'new' game for May is Marvel's Midnight Suns, a tactical RPG from the makers of XCOM. On paper, it's the perfect game for me, but I was initially hesitant to play it. Was I right to be cautious? mdsimpson.co.uk/2025/05/marv...

Well, I'm off, it's just me and the dog in the house... and, of course, it's raining! Oh well, time to get away from the screens for a bit and start a new #Lego set. 🤓

Heading home after another amazing CW. It was great to catch up with faces old and new. Thank you to those who talked to me about mental health, I'm feeling inspired and excited to move forward. Thank you to Kyro and everyone at @softwaresaved.bsky.social for pulling it off once again! #CollabW25

Mental Health Awareness Week has begun 💙 If you’re needing a little support, here’s who to call ☎️  Please share far and wide! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek