Exploring selfhosted AI-Augmented coding
In my ambitious quest to leverage AI for 80% of my work by year's end, I've been exploring alternatives to GitHub Copilot. This post summarizes my recent dis...
Blog
Notes on agentic engineering, software work, founders, and the occasional personal detour.
Agentic engineering
AI, agents, coding workflows, and practical adoption.
Beyond Copilot: Chasing the Dream of AI-Augmented Coding
Can an AI truly understand your entire codebase? Is it possible to have a coding assistant that learns your team's best practices? What if your AI helper cou...
The Ripple Effect: How one AI assistant amplifies an entire team
Remember when productivity tools only helped individuals? AI assistants are rewriting that story. Custom ChatGPTs now uplift entire teams. In minutes, not mo...
Software craft
Code archaeology, Git habits, security, and the work around the code.
git blame: My daily driver for code archaeology
As a developer, I use git blame almost daily. It's my go-to tool for code archaeology, helping me understand the history and context of our codebase. Recentl...
Mastering git commit message: the "why"
Git is more than just a tool for version control; it's a narrative device that tells the story of your code's evolution. When used effectively, Git commits c...
Piping curl to bash: Convenient but risky
The curl | bash command is a popular shortcut for downloading and executing scripts. This approach is often used for installing software packages and tools. ...
Founder notes
Building companies, teams, products, and judgement.
From advisor to full-time commitment at Eletive
A couple of years ago, I joined Eletive as one of the earliest team members. At the time, we were just five people working out of a small room in a high-rise...
Balancing Progress and Protocol
When breaking process helps, when it hurts, and why judgement matters more than rule worship.
Time for change - Starting new company
It is time. I am founding a new company with a friend. But let’s take a step back so I can shed some light on my recent years.
Personal field notes
Energy, learning, family projects, and occasional detours.
Chase Energy, Not Hours
Long hours are not always the problem. The wrong work is. Energy is often a better signal than time.
Boombox bonding: Building with my son and ChatGPT
Building a small thing with my son, ChatGPT, and the kind of curiosity that makes technology worth keeping around.
The Power of Focus
Choosing the right path in a world of endless possibilities