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What computer should you buy to run AI models locally?

When choosing a mini computer to run LLMs locally, things can get confusing because many hardware specs focus on TOPS. But that number only tells you part of the story.

AI alone doesn't solve problems, understanding problems does

When I think about integrating AI into a product, I don't start with the tech, I start with the person on the other side of the screen, what they are trying to achieve, why, and where they struggle.

Your AI product strategy is only as good as your data strategy

Everyone's talking about GenAI, models, agents, and virtual assistants, but many companies are facing a more basic issue: data.

Turning AI Chatbots into production-ready systems

In this article, I break down what it takes to build a production-ready AI Chatbot, from understanding user intent to taking real actions through structured workflows and integrations.

How much does it cost to build a domain-specific foundation model and LLM app?

How much does it actually cost to build your own LLM and ship a real product on top of it? The honest answer is, it depends.

Main differences between AI agents and automated workflows

A lot of the tools labelled as "AI Agent Builders" offer automation, not autonomy. In other words, they connect different apps and services, and automate tasks across various platforms.

New AI technique makes LLMs write code more like real programmers

The future of AI coding isn't bigger models, it's better feedback loops. This new paper introduces execution-guided code gen, testing code line by line during generation. Less guessing, more feedback.

Freemium done right: the Splice story

In this post I’m going to look at the most common pricing strategies for mobile apps, the types of apps that use them, and how the freemium model affects user adoption, experience and monetisation.

Trial users are the key to learning why people don't convert

If someone tries your product and never comes back, don't just send a money request, try to understand their experience. What you learn from a "no" can be more valuable than chasing another "yes".

Virtual assistants and the future of AI interaction

H&M announced last month they’ll be using digital clones of 30 fashion models in their next ad campaign. These aren’t basic avatars, they’re proper AI-powered versions of real people.