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AI is Making Us Artificially Intelligent
We had KISS. Keep It Simple, Stupid. A principle built to stop us drowning each other in noise. AI has replaced it with BOVINE. Being Overly Verbose In Needless Expositions. We are producing more content than ever, reading less of it, and proudly signing our names to work we never actually did.
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It’s Just a Series of Prompts
Everyone is talking about agent frameworks like they require a PhD and a six-figure implementation budget. They do not. At the core, it is a text file with instructions, a script that does one job, and a place to store state. That is it. You are already closer to being an agent developer than anyone is telling you.
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Diligence in the AI Era
AI has transformed technical diligence. What took weeks of painful access negotiations and siloed tooling now takes days. But a faster, broader report still lands on a desk, and someone experienced still has to decide what it means. The tools have changed. That part hasn’t.
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Ride of a life time
Dreaming opens up the doors to possibilities. If you don’t dream then you already close off paths not travelled. I dared to dream and I am about to embark on something even I couldn’t have imagined.
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Lack of transparency in AI pricing
AI users face challenges with unclear usage limits and billing practices, often leading to unexpected charges. Token-based pricing lacks transparency, complicating cost management. While some providers are introducing controls to mitigate expenses, there’s a need for clearer metrics akin to traditional utilities, allowing users to predict costs and optimize usage effectively.
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Let me introduce Alan 0.9
Let me introduce you to my AI clone – Alan 0.9. He looks the same, and even sounds roughly the same. This is going to get very weird.
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Unlocking the power of MCP
Your AI assistant is smart but blind. It cannot see your databases, logs, or internal systems. The Model Context Protocol changes that. MCP creates a secure bridge between AI tools and your infrastructure. You define the connection once. The AI queries your entire organization through one standard interface.
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I like big Macs and I cannot lie
As a longtime Windows desktop and Ubuntu user, I finally explore the Apple Macbook Pro as my primary laptop. Discover the journey, the ups and downs, and finally what has turned me into a Macbook Pro fan.
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Why the SaaSpocalypse is over blown
Predictions state AI will replace SaaS platforms with custom software. This resembles the open source movement. Building custom tools creates costs for security, maintenance, and integration. Established providers offer compliance and scalability. Focus on your core business. Use AI to enhance your tools instead of replacing them. Always stay practical.
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Unlocking Cursor: Features and Workflow Tips
Want to get a little more out of Cursor, the AI development environment? I walk through the major components with hints and tips on how to get the most out of vibe engineering with rules and agent modes.
the legend that is, Alan Williamson.
For over 20 years, I’ve shared my thoughts whenever the muse strikes. It’s unpredictable, honest, unedited, and occasionally witty. I’m living the best years of my life, working harder than ever, and enjoying every second.
Alan Williamson 