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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.

Lincoln Nail · Sep 23, 2026 · 9 min read

1 result in API

Matrix-style code streams representing secure access

Nov 10, 2025 · 4 min read

Give Partners API Access Without Building an Auth System From Scratch

Laravel Sanctum lets you issue API tokens to partners and power users in hours, not weeks — opening integration channels that can become real revenue.

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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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