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Tutorials, breakdowns, and the occasional rant.
All free. All based on actual work. Updated as I ship.
What Is RAG and Why Your AI Chatbot Probably Doesn't Have It
RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) is why serious AI apps actually work. Here's what it is, when you need it, and why most chatbots still skip it.
Read the post→n8n vs Make vs Zapier in 2026: Honest Breakdown for Non-Technical Teams
I've built production automations in all three. Here's which one to pick based on team size, budget, and how much you hate vendor lock-in.
Best AI Tools for Developers in 2026: What I Actually Use Every Day
The AI dev stack I ship real client work with in 2026. Claude Code, Cursor, SwiftType, plus the utility tools that live quietly in my toolbar.
Cursor vs GitHub Copilot vs Claude Code: Which AI Coding Tool Is Worth It in 2026?
I use all three on real client work. Honest head-to-head on autocomplete, agent mode, multi-file edits, price, and actual daily use.
What Is Vibe Coding? Karpathy's Idea and Why Developers Are Using It
Vibe coding is what happens when you let the AI drive and just describe the feeling of what you want. Karpathy coined it. Here's what it actually means.
AI Automation for Small Business: What Actually Works in 2026
A complete guide for small business owners. What AI automation delivers real ROI, what is hype, what to build first, and what to never bother with.
MCP Servers Explained: What They Are and Why Developers Are Building Them
MCP (Model Context Protocol) lets AI models talk to any tool or data source through one standard interface. Here's what it is, in plain English.
How to hire an AI developer without getting burned
Red flags, green flags, and the five questions that save you $20K on your first call. A practical guide for founders and operators doing their first AI build.
AI automation for small business: the honest guide
What actually works, what doesn't, and when to pay for custom vs use off-the-shelf. A decision framework for operators who have to show ROI by next quarter.
I built a Google Reviews plugin for WooCommerce. Here's how it ranks.
A custom WooCommerce plugin that collects Google Customer Reviews, adds product GTINs, and ranks on Google for its own keyword. Code, results, and process.