What AI Knows About Me – A Travel Companion’s Perspective

I recently decided to ask an AI a simple question: “What do you know about me?”

At first, it felt like a game—seeing a machine try to piece together my life, my travels, and my passions. But as I read its answer, I realized it wasn’t just a summary—it was a reflection of the years I’ve spent wandering the world, creating, and sharing my experiences across the decentralized web.

So, here’s what the AI knows about me—and maybe, a little of what it understands about my life as a nomad.

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A Snapshot of Me, According to AI

The AI captured my story in layers, from basic info to online presence:

Who I Am

• Name: Ruben Storm
• Birthday: 16 March xxxx
• Birthplace: Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany
• Grew up in: Metterzimmern (Bietigheim-Bissingen area)
• Background: Ex-IT, ex-military, minimalist
• Motto: Freedom is a lifestyle, not a destination

Life on the Road

Travel has defined me. I’ve wandered across continents, slept in cities and deserts, and experienced cultures from every corner of the globe. Some countries I’ve visited include:
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Travel isn’t just where I go — it’s how I live. Every story I share, every photo I post, is a snapshot of the life I’m living: one without a permanent home, guided by curiosity, freedom, and minimalism.

My Projects

AI also remembers the tools I’ve built to document and share my travels:

• StormMap: Hugo shortcode for structured sitemaps and archives
• StormNote: Hugo shortcode for stylish notification boxes
• StormQR: Hugo shortcode for animated QR codes with crypto overlays
• NomadCast Blog: Where I share travel stories, reflections, and guides

Where I Share My Journey

The AI mapped my digital footprint across the decentralized web:

• Mastodon (travel): @[email protected]
• Mastodon (German travel): @[email protected]
• Daily / short posts: @[email protected] / @[email protected]
• Friendica: @[email protected], @[email protected]
• Pixelfed: @[email protected]
• Nostr: [email protected] | npub1kt92nvl0xra26cz7tmhd3k3v3ltmfj5890kdc3qq9860h84tp76swuf0p0
• Matrix Blog: @rubenstorm:nope.chat | NomadCast Blog
• Hive Blog: hive.blog/@rubenstorm
• Peertube (English): @[email protected] → Channel
• Peertube (German): @[email protected] → Channel
• Loops: @[email protected]

Content Style

I post travel stories, short clips, and images on the fediverse:

• Mastodon: up to 8 photos per post
• Friendica: as many photos as I have or feel like posting
• Pixelfed: photos only, no long stories

Longer stories are reserved for my blog, where I can dive deeper into experiences and reflections.

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Supporting My Journey

Creating and sharing this content is a labor of love. I don’t make money from it, but if you enjoy following my travels, there are ways to support me:

• Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/rubenstorm
• Lightning: [email protected]
• Bunq: bunq.me/stormruben

Every contribution helps me continue exploring the world and sharing these moments with you.

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Follow Me Across the Decentralized Web

If you want to experience my travels alongside me, here’s where you can follow my updates and stories:

• Mastodon: @[email protected] (English) | @[email protected] (German)
• Friendica: @[email protected], @[email protected]
• Pixelfed: @[email protected]
• Nostr: [email protected]
• Matrix / Blog: @rubenstorm:nope.chat | NomadCast Blog
• Peertube:
  • English: @[email protected] → Channel
  • German: @[email protected] → Channel
• Loops: @[email protected]

Join me in exploring the world, one story, one photo, and one clip at a time. The decentralized web lets us share freely — and I’m glad to share my journey with you.

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Thank you for reading! Supporting or following me makes this nomadic adventure possible.