Away from the keyboard

Beyond Engineering.

Different interests. The same curiosity.

01 / Life outside work

Activities & Interests

Padel

I play padel alongside running and functional training. It's another way I enjoy spending time away from the keyboard.

Running and functional training

Running is my way of maintaining both physical and mental clarity. It's become an essential part of my routine, helping me stay focused and energized. Functional training complements my running routine, ensuring I stay in peak physical condition.

  • Regular participation in local running events
  • Morning runs as part of daily routine
  • Functional training to improve overall fitness

Reading

I read every day, exploring a wide range of topics from philosophy and science to literature and history. Reading is a source of inspiration and knowledge, helping me grow both personally and professionally.

  • Favorite genres: philosophical fiction, popular science
  • Dedicated reading time each evening
  • Regularly updating my personal library

Writing

Writing holds a special place in my life. It allows me to process thoughts and emotions while serving as a powerful creative outlet. I enjoy exploring both technical topics and personal reflections through my writing.

  • Authored two books on Robotics
  • Crafting realism-focused short stories
  • Organizing my thoughts through regular journaling

Gaming

I exclusively play games directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, with one notable exception: Lies of P, directed by Jiwon Choi. Challenging gameplay and intricate world design perfectly embody what I appreciate most about video games.

  • Favorite game: Elden Ring folowed by Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
  • Appreciate challenging gameplay mechanics
  • Enjoy exploring complex game worlds

Movies and TV Shows

I enjoy watching movies and TV shows that offer unique perspectives and thought-provoking narratives. I appreciate well-crafted storytelling and engaging characters that leave a lasting impact.

  • Favorite genres: psychological thrillers, science fiction, everything by Christopher Nolan (Real art in my opinion)
  • Interstellar
  • Tenet
  • Seven
  • Shawshank Redemption (Well, who doesn't like this one?)
  • True Detective (Season 1)
  • Seinfeld

02 / From practice to the page

Published Books

I authored two books on robotics, drawing on my experience in industrial automation and teaching. Both were published in Croatian in 2023. View publication details.

Cover of Industrijska robotika by Dino Lozina

2023 · Croatian · 88 pages

Industrijska robotika

Industrial Robotics

A practical guide to FANUC robots: coordinate systems, programming, robot cells, and integration into production.

Dino Lozina · Obrtna tehnička škola Split · 2023

ISBN 978-953-50488-5-5

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Cover of Osnove robotike by Dino Lozina

2023 · Croatian · 96 pages

Osnove robotike

Fundamentals of Robotics

An introduction to mobile robots, sensors, control, and communication, with practical programming exercises.

Dino Lozina · Obrtna tehnička škola Split · 2023

ISBN 978-953-8537-00-4

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03 / On the bookshelf

Key Reading

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Reading / 01

The Picture of Dorian Gray

by Oscar Wilde

  • Philosophical fiction
  • Gothic fiction
  • decadent literature

One of my favorite books, exploring themes of beauty, morality, and the pursuit of pleasure. Lord Henry's character is particularly intriguing, with his cynical views on life and society. Oscar Wilde is my favorite author, and this book perfectly captures his wit and wisdom. I have his complete works in my personal library and I am so sad that he died so young and left us with such a limited body of work.

Reading / 02

Siddhartha

by Hermann Hesse

  • Philosophical fiction

Obviously I love philosophical fiction. It seams like when you go deep in any direction such as me with engineering you end up in philosophy. Nobody want's to be a one dimensional person, right? This book is a beautiful exploration of self-discovery and spiritual enlightenment. It is written with such simplicity and depth, making it a timeless classic that resonates with readers.

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