The Vibe Coder vs. The Engineer: Why Your Neighbor's Nephew Isn't a Programmer
We all know him. The neighbor’s nephew, fresh out of a six-week bootcamp, who says he “codes.”
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Notes on agentic development.
How to turn AI into real shipping speed: audits, workflows, modernization, and the tactics that hold up in production.
More writing: Ironcrest Software blog and 815 Media blog.
From Full-Stack to AI: Why Engineering Roots Still Matter
Over the past 15+ years, I’ve shipped platforms for schools, nonprofits, agencies, and scrappy founders—from rebuilding legacy PHP apps to designing scalable SaaS systems in TypeScript. That experience taught me something foundational: good engineering is about clarity, reliability, and knowing how
Read moreMarketing's Great Divide: Legacy Overhead vs. AI Agility
For decades, the marketing agency model was straightforward: hire talent, secure office space, manage campaigns, and bill for hours. It built empires and launched brands. But in an era where speed, precision, and personalization are paramount, that legacy model—with its inherent overhead—is starting
Read moreThe Unspoken Truth: Why Your WordPress Site Might Be a Ticking Time Bomb (And What to Do About It)
Let's be candid. As an engineer who builds and secures digital platforms, I'm often asked about WordPress. It powers over 40% of the internet, boasts an incredible ecosystem, and offers unparalleled flexibility. On paper, it's a dream. In reality, for many businesses, it can quietly become a source
Read moreAI: The Next Gold Mine — And Why the Smart Money is Already Digging
AI isn’t killing opportunity—it’s creating a gold rush. While tasks disappear, new industries, roles, and entrepreneurs are rising faster than ever.
Read moreMy AI Superpower: Doing More, With Less (Because I Know How to Use It)
There's a lot of talk about AI these days, often framed in terms of grand futuristic visions or existential threats. But for me, as an engineer who's spent years building systems and solving problems, AI isn't just a concept—it's become a fundamental shift in how I operate. It’s my personal superpow
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