Post: The Last Inch of Craft

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Summary

• Adds new Beyond the Code essay: "The Last Inch of Craft"
• Explores systemic integrity through the metaphor of baggage handlers aligning suitcase handles
• Themes: craft, worker dignity, the tension between efficiency metrics and true quality
• Includes custom SVG hero image depicting a conveyor belt with one aligned handle

Content

The essay argues that small, seemingly inefficient gestures (like aligning a suitcase handle) are often the most critical indicators of systemic health. Key points:

• "Competence theater" vs actual craft
• Ownership requires dignity, not just labor
• Cultures of care must be offered, not extracted
• Integrity is a habit cultivated in small things

Test plan

• Preview post locally with npm run dev
• Verify hero image renders correctly
• Check drop-cap and pull-quote styling

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