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• Why CTOs Should Still Write Code

  February 10, 2025 · 5 min read

  There’s a persistent debate in tech leadership circles: should CTOs write code? The conventional wisdom says no—your time is better spent on strategy, people, and architecture. I disagree.

• Building AI Pipelines Without Overengineering

  February 08, 2025 · 6 min read

  The AI/LLM space is full of overengineered solutions. Every startup wants to build the next comprehensive AI platform. Most should start with a Python script and a prompt.

• From Chaos to Process: Structuring Engineering Teams

  February 05, 2025 · 7 min read

  Early-stage startups run on chaos. Move fast, ship things, break stuff, fix it later. This works until it doesn’t. The transition from chaotic velocity to structured execution is where most engineering teams struggle.