The NEXT Journal
Articles from the
network.
Every two weeks, NEXT publishes an article — here and in our newsletter. Project retrospectives, event recaps, and the things our members learn by building.
Pax Silica and the Price of Artificial Peace
A relinquishment of good-mannered writing—wouldn’t be caught dead publishing this.
Frank Borromeo Wasn't Ready. He Did It Anyway.
He expected a small role in SATA. He ended up helping lead a newly formed student government, organizing an AI Hackathon, and building tools for students, all while learning that doubt does not disappear before the work begins.
Sugidanon: Commutes, Caffeine, Karaoke, and a Hackathon
A small hackathon story about freshies trying to keep up in a room full of seniors, startup builders, and graduates — built through Cavite commutes, caffeine, karaoke, last-second submissions, and the fun of making something with friends.
Welcome to the NEXT Journal. Why we're writing every two weeks.
NEXT is starting a biweekly publication — articles from our members on the tech we build, break, and learn. Here's what to expect and why we're doing it.