The spreadsheet is a wonderful interface. But it is not the only way to think about data.

Why does plain text fits the bill when it comes to backing up information for long-term? The answer lies in its format: it does well as source, and asn end-product in data.

This article seeks to answer the question of whether it is possible to do math using plain text, and without the use of a mouse.

A major benefit of plain text accounting is that you can treat your personal finance in the same way you treat your other precious data: placing it under version control and tracking its revision.

How does a textsmith manage his personal finance? This article demonstrates that plain text goes beyond the domain of sysadmin and programming into personal spaces.