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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Congratulations, Alexander! What a year. What an output! How time flies. Ah I remember those early days on Office Hours where genuine connections were made :)

It continues to be a joy to read your work.

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Mar 6·edited Mar 17Author

Thank you, Nathan! Ahh yes, the good old office hours day, all gone now! We were the lucky ones! But not to worry! Substackverse to the rescue. Calling all writers. The Adventure of a lifetime awaits!

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

So, you're one year old, amazing! You don't write bad for a toddler. Congrats 😁

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

😅😅

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Thanks, Claudia. I try! 😅 Need some fresh Melange so I can navigate the Substackverse better!

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

We need to hurry up with letter 4. Everyone's writing about Dune II on Substack...

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I’m ready. Let’s roll!

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

I am also ready.

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Mar 7Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

just watched it, would love to get in on the discussion :)

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And discuss we will!

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Great! Did you like it?

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Congraturation (as they say around here)! To another fun year of defrag! And good luck with getting the sand I mean spice out of all the nooks & crannies after the last letter has been sent off.

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Thanks, Vanessa! Oh that letter, it practically will write itself! Right? Shuffles off through the dunes looking for words...

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A fascinating look back, and I wish you the best of luck for the next year!

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Thank you, Richard. It was a busy year! Excited for what lies ahead. More W&P recordings for one!

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Hey, congrats on a year! Have so enjoyed getting to know you and the world(s) you're building. You are one cool human, Alexander, and I'm so glad we've crossed paths.

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Thank you, Matt. One day, maybe we'll meet, who knows. Never say never. Love your work, Matt. Looking forward to working with you again!

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Well said, Alexander. Thanks for all the ideas, support and companionship. Here’s to more of the same in the years to come 👍🏼

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Thanks, Dan. Looking very much forward to all deliberations and chats and pints! I need to visit Caledonia again...

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May 12Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Congrats again on your first year on the stack! Here's to many more years and adventures here!

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Cheers, Nadia. Here’s to years of adventure romps!

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May 12Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Woo hoo! Yes!

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Apr 8Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Hey, Alexander! It’s nice to meet you. Congrats on your first year here. I’ve heard your name so many times from Nadia and Nathan, but you know how it is: so much to read, so little time. But finally, I subscribed. Looking forward to reading more of your work!

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Apr 8·edited Apr 8Author

Hi Andrei! Thanks so much for subscribing, I hope you will not be disappointed. And yes, there is a wealth of stories out there, which is why I do appreciate your being here all the more. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, on any aspects of Tales from the Defrag, please do let me know! We also have a Discord, free to join for subscribers.

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Apr 8Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

That’s great. Feel free to DM me the link!

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It's right here: https://discord.gg/VvzmbRDPbd – also part of most posts and on the About page.

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Oh gosh I read this at the time with intention to go back. CONGRATULATIONS!! Love all the stories and experiments on here, Alexander. Excited to see where you go next.

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😅 no worries, Kate! Thanks for coming back! 🙌🏼

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I blame my child 😂

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Children! ;)

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Mar 7Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

cool flyers!

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Thank you, Niccolò!

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Congrats!

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Thanks, Ben!

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Congratulations AI! Looking forward to reading your content in 2024.

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Thanks, Brian. Much appreciated and thanks for joining the TFTD Discord, too!

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Congratulations, Alexander! One year is a big milestone - we are only months apart - it's been such fun, and I wish you all the best in year 2! 🥳🎉🎊

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Thank you, T! We should all have a big party... in the Substackverse! ;)

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Thanks for the mention, Alexander. Congratulations on your very rapid recognition by Substack readers. Well-deserved!

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Thank you, Sharron. It is only because of the support of you, all of you. Feeling honoured and humbled. So glad to have met! 🙏

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Happy Substack Anniversary, Alexander!

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Thank you, Priya! 🙏 We celebrate close together! ;)

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Mar 6Liked by Alexander Ipfelkofer

Congrats on 1 year Alexander. So exciting! I remember your 25 weeks streak note. I think I was on 5 weeks then. Now I think I'm on 31. My, how time flies. 😅

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Thanks, Jenny. Ah yes, the streaks! I have a 52-week one now and in time you will, too! Time flies, indeed.

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