Thoughts on building software that lasts
Insights on web development, design, Laravel, the TALL stack, and building software that matters.
Model Drift: When a Newer AI Model Makes Your Workflow Worse
Anthropic says Opus 5.5 is faster, cheaper, and more capable than Opus 5. But my workflows got worse. Better overall does not mean compatible with your workflow.
When Google Stops Sending Clicks, What Is Your Website For?
AI now answers most searches before anyone reaches your site. Here is how a small business website's real job has changed, and what to build instead.
Your Customers Are Asking AI for a Plumber in Fayetteville. Are You in the Answer?
Nearly half of consumers now use AI like ChatGPT to find local businesses. Here's how Northwest Arkansas companies become the name it recommends.
AI Is Eating Your Google Traffic. Here's How to Get Cited Instead.
Sixty percent of searches now end without a click. Rankings matter less. Citations matter more. Here's what that actually means for your website in 2026.
The Client Brief Template
A one-page PDF that helps you clarify your project before you talk to any developer. Covers goals, audience, scope, budget, and timeline. Fewer surprises, better outcomes.
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