Let me hit you with a hard truth: 90% of so-called "AI experts" are drowning in tools they hardly use. They collect AI products like my uncle collects vintage stamps while their actual work stays the same. It's a problem I see everywhere in the AI space - people obsessing over having the latest tools rather than actually putting AI tools to work . What's really happening behind the scenes is...

I've been in the trenches building React Native apps for 7 years. Just spent the weekend digging into ByteDance's new Lynx framework and hate to say it... React Native might be in serious trouble! Remember React Native's big promise? "Write once, run anywhere!" It sounded revolutionary. But after years in the field, I've seen the reality behind that slogan. The actual day-to-day experience has...

Most tech stacks are a bloated mess of tools that eat up your time and money , and sanity. I'm about to tell you something that big software companies don't want you to know: Postgres isn't just a database. It's a whole damn platform. For years, we've been fed this BS that we need a dozen different technologies to build a modern application. MongoDB for documents. Redis for caching. RabbitMQ for...

Most people completely misunderstand confidence. They see it as loud, boastful, and attention-seeking—the guy who dominates every conversation or the woman who constantly highlights her achievements. But that's not real confidence. That's compensation. Real confidence has a different quality altogether. It's that quiet, unshakable knowing deep in your bones that whatever life throws at you ,...

TikTok just accomplished what React Native developers have long insisted was impossible. They've created an app framework that delivers actual native performance , supports real CSS styling, includes AI coding assistance , and comes with zero tradeoffs. This isn't just another incremental improvement—it's a fundamental shift that changes everything for mobile developers. For years, we've all...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, your approach matters more than you might think. The way you interact with AI today could determine your success tomorrow. It's not just about using AI—it's about how you use it. I've been watching the AI space closely, and one pattern has become increasingly clear: those who approach AI with a sense of wonder and experimentation are...

The technology revolution isn't slowing down. AI tools are transforming industries, automation is eliminating routine jobs, and algorithms are handling increasingly complex tasks. Yet amid this technological acceleration, something counterintuitive is happening: soft skills are becoming more valuable, not less. We've been told to learn coding, master data analysis, and understand machine learning...

Last week, a client made me question everything. After 18 years of running my agency, I experienced something that genuinely rattled me to my core. One client interaction managed to leave me questioning my professional worth . I want to share this story because we rarely discuss these vulnerable moments in our industry. We're quick to post about wins, client praise, and successful launches, but...

Let's get real for a minute. The AI panic has gotten completely out of hand. Every day, I see talented professionals freaking out about AI taking their jobs when they should be asking a much better question. Here's the truth: AI isn't your replacement—it's potentially the best career partner you'll ever have. But only if you approach it the right way. The Partnership Mindset vs. The Fear Mindset...

In a world obsessed with technical skills, we've got it all wrong. Everyone's rushing to learn Python, master machine learning, or become the next full-stack wizard. But here's the truth: your real competitive edge in the AI era has nothing to do with your technical prowess. I see this misconception everywhere. People frantically upgrading their technical toolkits while completely overlooking...

Let's face it: your cold email outreach strategy is probably failing. You're sending hundreds, maybe thousands of "personalized" messages that sound exactly like everyone else's. You're following all the "best practices" and "proven templates" – and your response rate is still abysmal. Why? Because you've forgotten the fundamental truth of business: genuine human connection drives results , not...

Alright, so you've probably seen those insane impression numbers floating around. 1.2 million impressions in a single week. Yeah, you read that right. That's not a typo or some marketing BS. We actually hit those numbers , and I'm about to break down exactly how we did it. You might be wondering why there's a picture of Conor McGregor attached to this post. Don't worry, it's not just clickbait....

I've been playing around with these AI coding assistants lately, and let me tell you - it's been a rollercoaster. Just today I was hacking away with Cursor, and I've got to admit, I was impressed. It nailed about 80% of my code right off the bat. Pretty slick, right? But hold up - there's a catch. Buried in that auto-generated goodness were some security vulnerabilities that could have been...

You know that feeling when you actually want to get stuff done? When you're fired up and ready to crush your to-do list? Yeah, that's rare. But here's the thing – it's not about some perfect morning ritual or those cheesy quotes floating around Instagram. It's about straight-up tricking your brain into productivity . Seriously. Let me break down how motivation really works, because most of what...

Struggling to keep conversations going? You're not alone! Ever been stuck in that awkward moment when the chat dies and you're frantically searching your brain for something—anything—to say? Here's the good news: being a great conversationalist isn't something you're born with. Many people think it's an innate talent that only "naturally social" people have. Nope. Dead wrong. It's actually a...

The next big money maker in the AI space? It's Vertical AI - specialised digital brains that'll make entire departments in companies unnecessary. What once needed 20 people? Soon just 1 person with the right AI can handle it all. While you're stressing about which software tools to use, your smarter rivals are already building AI agents that take care of entire workflows by themselves, in house....

I've been watching something strange happen in the job market lately. While everyone's freaking out about AI taking over jobs, there's a fundamental misunderstanding about what actually creates job security in 2023 and beyond. Here's the weird paradox: The people frantically searching for "AI-proof" careers are actually putting themselves at the highest risk long-term. Meanwhile, those who are...

We're at the dawn of a transformative era. Many are framing this as a competition—humans versus machines. That's fundamentally wrong. What we're witnessing isn't the replacement of human power, but the augmentation of it. The future isn't humans OR machines. It's humans WITH machines . This partnership will redefine what's possible in every industry, every profession. The wave is building. The...

Okay, so you're lazy but you've got big dreams ? I get it. It sounds like a problem, right? Nope! It could actually be your secret weapon . Seriously. The trick? Stop chasing shiny objects . Figure out why you're avoiding stuff in the first place. That uncomfortable feeling when you think about tackling a big project isn't just you being lazy – it's your brain's way of protecting you from...

I skipped happy hour tonight. While you're out there raising a glass, I'm hunched over a keyboard reviewing ChatGPT 4.5. Someone had to do it. OpenAI's GPT-4.5 was hyped to revolutionize artificial intelligence . The next big leap. The game-changer. But after extensive testing, I can confidently say it's only shocked the world with its continued stupidity. $150 per million tokens. Let that sink...

Let's cut through the hype. Most founders are rushing to slap AI onto their startups without really understanding what they're building. And boy, will they crash and burn . I'm going to share the uncomfortable truths about bringing AI into your business—the stuff nobody mentions while everyone's busy drinking the AI Kool-Aid. The AI Bubble Is About to Pop The AI bubble has everyone thinking they...

How is AI changing enterprise? The answer is sitting in your office right now. At devin.no , my primary job is studying how AI is hitting big companies. What I've found flies in the face of everything you're hearing. This isn't just another tech fad that you can wait out. The biggest lie in business today: "We've got time to figure out this AI thing." You really don't. Companies that jumped on AI...

Here's a counterintuitive truth that most entrepreneurs and business leaders completely miss: the safest path to growth isn't constantly trying new things. It's doubling down on what works . This sounds ridiculously obvious when you read it. You're probably nodding your head thinking, "Of course that makes sense." Yet almost nobody actually follows this principle. Instead, they constantly chase...

Most founders waste years on AI startup ideas that were dead on arrival. Let that sink in. Years of their lives, millions in funding, countless sleepless nights—all because they started with the wrong idea. Here's the cold, hard truth that no one wants to tell you: 99% of AI ideas fail not because of poor execution, but because they picked the wrong idea from the start. While everyone's obsessing...

The AI gold rush is real . But are you actually in it? While everyone's talking about the potential, I'm actually making money with AI right now. And I'm not talking pennies – I'm talking serious cash flow that's changing my business. Let's cut through the noise. Forget the hype you've been hearing. I'm sharing exactly what I'm doing right now to make real money with AI . No fluff. No theoretical...

Ever notice how some people seem to have this magnetic quality? They walk into a room and connections just happen. Truth is, this isn't some magical talent they were born with. It's a currency of likability they've learned to trade in – the currency of likability. I've been watching this play out for years. The most connected people aren't necessarily the smartest or most accomplished. They're...

We've all been there. You're watching an insanely valuable YouTube video, packed with insights that would make for killer content on X (formerly Twitter). But the thought of manually transcribing, cutting, and reformatting that 2-hour knowledge bomb into thread format? Absolute torture. Like watching paint dry, except the paint is also giving you papercuts. That's exactly the problem I set out to...

Ever noticed how some people seem to dominate every conversation? They're always ready with another story, another accomplishment, another opinion. And while they're talking, you can almost see the wheels turning in their head as they plan their next statement rather than actually listening to you. Sound familiar? Here's the truth: many of us fall into the trap of trying to convince rather than...

OpenAI stands at a critical crossroads today, caught in the tension between transparency and profit-seeking. The irony isn't lost on industry observers: a company named "OpenAI" increasingly operates behind closed doors . Even more telling, Sam Altman himself has reportedly admitted, "We're on the wrong side of history." When your own CEO questions your trajectory, it's time for serious...

Look - everyone's talking about AI wrong. I've been studying this revolution for 5 years, and the real story isn't about ChatGPT or those flashy demos you see online. It's not about robots taking your job or the next shiny interface that can draw pictures. The crazy stuff? It's happening behind closed doors. Let me show you what's really going down in the AI revolution that nobody's talking...

Let's talk about the underrated MVP of your tech career – those basic skills everyone seems to rush through. Yeah, I'm talking about those fundamentals aren't just beginner stuff . They're your secret weapon. 🤌 Here's the deal: in an industry obsessed with shiny new frameworks and bleeding-edge tech, we sometimes forget that core competencies aren't just "beginner stuff." They're your secret...

I'm quitting marketing. Sounds dramatic, right? But here's the truth: as a builder, I've been fighting an uphill battle by trying to wear both hats. A few years back I thought "how hard can it be?" I can build and market my products and agency. Easy. Wrong. So freaking wrong. The Builder's Dilemma Marketing is HARD. Like, genuinely difficult. And when you're wired to build , when your brain...

Picture this: You're sitting in your living room, thinking about checking tomorrow's weather. Suddenly, the forecast appears on your phone screen. You didn't touch anything. You didn't speak. You just thought it, and it happened. Wild, right? That's not science fiction from some far-off future. That's likely what we're looking at just a decade from now. In 10 years, your brain might literally...

I've been thinking a lot about AI and writing lately, and there's something that really stands out to me. It's not what most people are freaking out about either. Remember when calculators first showed up in math class? Everyone panicked, saying kids would never learn arithmetic and civilization would collapse. (Though let's be honest, half of us were just using them to spell BOOBS upside...

Ever see competition as a threat? I used to think that way too. That knot in your stomach when you discover someone's doing exactly what you're doing—maybe even doing it better. But here's the thing—competition isn't the enemy we make it out to be. It's actually like having a secret weapon for business growth . When competitors start popping up in your space, it's not a red flag—it's a green...

I've got to admit, I've been watching the Gemini 2.0 demos with my jaw practically on the floor. The capabilities are mind-blowing. The multimodal understanding, the reasoning, the natural interactions – it all looks absolutely incredible. Google has clearly brought its A-game to the increasingly crowded AI battlefield . But let's pump the brakes for a minute. I've been in tech long enough to...

Let's get real for a second. Free users look great on your investor pitch deck, but they don't pay the bills. If you're serious about building a sustainable business – and not just playing startup – it's time to start charging for your product. I see this all the time: founders afraid to ask for what they deserve. They build something amazing, then give it away for free, hoping some magical...

Is hiring really the answer to your startup's growth challenges? Spoiler alert: probably not. Let's talk about the uncomfortable truth that nobody's addressing in the startup ecosystem right now. In Silicon Valley and beyond, there's this persistent myth that headcount equals progress. The more people you hire, the more successful you must be, right? Wrong. Dead wrong. Let me be crystal clear:...

Let's cut to the chase — you've been sitting on that startup idea for months now, maybe even years. You're waiting for the stars to align, for your concept to be polished to perfection, for that mythical "right time" to finally arrive. Here's the hard truth: that perfect moment you're waiting for? It doesn't exist. Perfection is the enemy of progress, and in the startup world, it's a silent...

Think coding's just about technical skills? Well, not really. I've been in this industry long enough to see beyond the hype of perfect syntax and algorithm mastery. Don't get me wrong—those skills matter. But they're just the baseline, not the finish line. The tech world has this weird obsession with coding prowess is just the baseline , like being able to write the most optimized function is...

I've been reflecting on the massive transformation happening in coding these days. It's not just a small shift – we're talking about a fundamental change in what it means to be a programmer . The craft we've dedicated thousands of hours to master is evolving before our eyes, and I wanted to share some thoughts about what this means for all of us in the field. The transition has been both subtle...

Let's get real about Product Hunt launches. Too many founders get it completely wrong. They obsess over launch day like it's some magical event that will solve all their problems. They spend weeks planning the perfect GIF, the perfect tagline, the perfect timing. But here's the truth: the launch day isn't the plan. It's just one small piece of a much bigger puzzle. The real work? It's all the...

CoPilot and other AI coding assistants are revolutionizing how we write code. They promise increased productivity, faster development cycles, and less grunt work. Sounds amazing, right? Well, hold on a second... New research has uncovered a troubling trend that should make every developer and engineering leader pause: AI coding tools are leading to a massive surge in copy-pasted code. Yikes! This...

Want to know the secret to exponential growth? It's simpler than you might think. While everyone's chasing complicated growth hacks and marketing tricks, the real multiplier is sitting right in front of you. I've seen it time and again. Founders obsess over finding new clients, new markets, and new products, when the most powerful lever for growth is strategic reinvestment for growth . Let's cut...

I'm gonna tell you something about making that first million after college that might surprise you. Most grads chase wealth wrong. Everyone's obsessed with startups or climbing corporate ladders, but there's a better way. Can we talk about this crazy idea that you need to be the next Mark Zuckerberg? You really don't. You don't need to code or have a brilliant idea. What you actually need is way...

Let's talk about Google's latest AI surprise: Gemini 2.0. And trust me, this isn't just another incremental update to get excited about for a week before moving on to the next shiny tech announcement. Forget everything you think you know about Large Language Models. This one's really different. While other companies are busy trying to squeeze every penny out of their AI offerings, Google's taking...

AI is about to explode in the science world! 🤯 Forget everything you thought you knew about scientific discovery. We're entering an era that's going to rewrite all the rules we've been playing by. This isn't just about making things faster or more efficient. AI is changing the whole game . And it's happening *right now*. Buckle up, because the scientific revolution of our lifetime is already...

Google is dying. Not fast. Not in your face. But it's happening. I've been tracking the data for months. The proof is there. That search giant we've all known for 20+ years? It's crumbling right in front of us, replaced by platforms you'd never guess. The empire that once controlled how the entire world found information online is slowly losing its grip on reality . For two decades, we lived by...

Ever feel like you're just a coding robot, building exactly what users ask for? Stop it! There's a difference between what users think they want and what they actually need. Be a visionary, not a vending machine. This isn't about being stubborn or thinking you know better—it's about seeing the bigger picture when your users are stuck in the day-to-day. The 50% Rule: How Ignoring Feature Requests...