My Post-GitHub Copilot Stack for Cost-Effective Vibe Coding
GitHub Copilot's pricing changed, and with it went my rationale for staying. Here's the cost-effective stack I migrated to and why.
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You Don’t Need Claude Code
Every day I see developers optimizing their Claude Code token usage or building tools to monitor their Claude Code spend. There's a simpler answer: GitHub Copilot.
How I Pick My Stack for Vibe Coding
An opinionated breakdown of how I choose programming languages, web frameworks, and UI stacks for every new greenfield project since I went all-in on vibe coding.
Hyping an Editor in the Age of AI
An honest look at why the developer community is excited about a brand-new code editor launched right when editors started becoming irrelevant.
All Your Data or You’re Suspicious
A critical analysis of how social media platforms are forcing a new normal of public exposure, data harvesting, and algorithmic manipulation while making privacy-conscious individuals seem suspicious.
Streamlit Is a Mess: The Framework That Forgot Architecture
A critical analysis of Streamlit's architectural decisions and why its simplicity might be a double-edged sword for non-technical teams building data apps.
Managing Developer Experience Debt
A comprehensive guide to identifying, measuring, and improving your team's developer experience debt while maintaining productivity and code quality.
My Journey with Vibe Coding
A detailed look at vibe coding from someone who's been building software before and after the AI revolution
Make Your Content Last
Why and how to preserve your valuable online content outside of walled gardens, ensuring your digital legacy remains accessible for future generations.
Windsurf is Better than Cursor
My first impressions switching from Cursor to Windsurf, and why I decided to make the switch as a long-time Cursor user.