Thoughts on building software that lasts
Insights on web development, design, Laravel, the TALL stack, and building software that matters.
Laravel's Bug Tracker Just Disappeared. Here's What That Means for Your App.
Taylor Otwell turned off GitHub Issues on most Laravel packages. It's a bigger deal for the businesses running on those packages than for the developers filing PRs.
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.
Before You Pay for SEO, Finish the Free Profile Google Already Gave You
Most Northwest Arkansas businesses pay for SEO while leaving their Google Business Profile half-built. Here's what to finish first, and why it wins more leads.
City-Level Keywords Aren't Local Enough Anymore
Whole-city local SEO is losing ground to neighborhood-level signals. Here's what actually moves rankings in 2026, from a shop that builds local pages for a living.
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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