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From Coding to Operational Work
We have reached the point where coding agents are no longer just tools for writing software. They are becoming practical enough to move into operational work...Jun 3, 2026How to Name Something
A simple heuristic for finding a product name that actually fits.Mar 8, 2026You Think Faster Than You Type
Typing is low bandwidth. Voice is the upgrade we already have — and most AI tools aren't using it.Mar 8, 2026Companies as Code
On companies as input-output platforms, operational agents, and the human harness around them.Feb 17, 2026How to Develop Taste
In a world where everyone has superpowers, taste is the differentiator. Here's how builders develop it.Feb 15, 2026Digital Desire Paths
How the physical shortcuts humans carve through grass are shaping modern UIUX — from OAuth to the 'last used' login badge.Feb 6, 20269 Things You Can Do for More Effective Agent-Driven Development
Nine practical strategies for AI agent-driven development, from cross-referencing architecture to optimizing code for agent navigation.Feb 3, 2026Starter Template: agents.md
A reference template for configuring AI coding agents with behavioral rules, documentation practices, and code style guidelines.Feb 3, 2026The IRL Moat
In an age of AI and infinite digital content, in-person experiences become the ultimate competitive moat.Dec 22, 2025Matching buying behavior (GTM)
Why matching your sales process to buyer's operational environment reduces friction and wins deals.Dec 9, 2025AI Anywhere Extension
Browser extension that lets you highlight text on any webpage and send it directly to your favorite AI chat platform.Aug 22, 2025Claude Code Setup 101
Essential tips and best practices for setting up and using Claude Code effectively in your development workflow.Jul 23, 2025The Upstream Squeeze
How AI model companies like OpenAI and Anthropic are competing with their own customers by building applications.Jul 23, 2025Memory, Intimacy, Consciousness
Exploring AI's shift from general intelligence to deeply personalized systems that capture memory and user consciousness.Apr 12, 2025The JSONification of Everything
Learn to capture the essence of designs, styles, and ideas in JSON format for AI to analyze and recreate.Apr 6, 2025The Soft Skills Renaissance
As AI handles technical work, soft skills like taste, intuition, and empathy become the new competitive advantage.Mar 6, 2025Vibe Coding Apps
A curated list of the best AI-powered IDEs, development environments, and terminal tools for vibe coding.Feb 27, 2025Vibe Coding
How AI is creating a new class of builders who focus on empathy and user experience over technical perfection.Feb 12, 2025AI Coding: A Beginner's Guide
Personal, no-nonsense guide to getting started with AI coding, covering ideation, building, debugging, and design.Feb 8, 2025The Deep Research Tool List
A curated list of AI-powered deep research tools and implementations for comprehensive information synthesis.Feb 7, 2025A List of Websites to Delete Your B2B Data From
Comprehensive list of opt-out links to remove your professional data from major B2B data brokers.Jan 2, 2025Guide: Writing Long-Form Content with Voice and AI
A practical guide to creating long-form content by combining voice interaction with AI assistance.Dec 30, 2024Demo: One-Shot App Development with AI
A seven-step process for building complete applications with AI assistance in a single development session.Dec 29, 2024Observations: Coding with AI
A practical framework for using AI coding assistants effectively, from setup to debugging workflows.Dec 28, 2024Observations: VC Priorities and Politics in 2025
Analysis of 2025 VC priorities from YC and A16Z, revealing alignment with presidential campaign topics.Dec 16, 2024List of AI Coding Tools
Comprehensive list of AI coding tools, IDEs, and extensions including Cursor, Replit, Windsurf, and more.Dec 14, 2024Charlie - Focus Extension
Chrome extension providing ambient accountability through a friendly animated observer named Charlie.Dec 9, 2024Favorite Software Applications
A curated collection of privacy, productivity, creative, and research tools that enhance daily workflows.Nov 11, 2024