Custom Software + AI Systems That Ship

Preventive maintenance sounds simple on paper. Inspect equipment on a schedule, replace wear items before they fail, keep a record of what was done, and move on. In real businesses, it rarely stays that clean for long. One person updates a spreadsheet. Another person keeps notes in email. A technician writes something on paper in the field. A...

In a lot of law firms, the most expensive work is not billed legal work. It is the quiet administrative work that happens before a case is ever ready for an attorney to touch it. Staff members copy information from web portals into spreadsheets, review notices one by one, retype names and addresses into internal systems, download documents...

Businesses no longer buy software just to “go digital.” They buy or build software to reduce labor bottlenecks, integrate disconnected systems, improve data quality, automate manual workflows, and create a competitive edge. That matters because the software market in the United States is no longer defined by one or two superstar cities alone....

A lot of software projects get into trouble before a single line of code is written. The problem is usually not the technology. It is the starting point. A business owner knows the operation feels harder than it should, so the natural instinct is to start listing features. A dashboard would be nice. Automated alerts would help. Mobile access...

Not every business problem needs custom software. In fact, a lot of companies can get pretty far with spreadsheets, shared inboxes, and a patchwork of off-the-shelf tools. That approach is usually fine in the beginning. It is cheap, fast, and easy to change. The trouble starts when those tools quietly become the operating system for your...

Overview Most companies are no longer asking whether to use AI. They are asking why their pilot never moved beyond a demo. The pattern is familiar: leadership approves an experiment, a prototype looks promising, a few internal stakeholders get excited, and then progress stalls. Months later, the team has a proof-of-concept that technically...

Overview A lot of businesses buy modern software and still end up running the company through spreadsheets. On paper, that sounds like a user adoption problem. In reality, it is usually a systems design problem. Teams fall back to spreadsheets when the official tools do not match how work actually moves through the business. I have seen this...

Overview Automation projects usually start with excitement and good intentions. The first workflow gets automated, everyone sees a quick win, and the team assumes the rest will be easy. Then momentum drops. A few months later, the company has one partial automation, two abandoned dashboards, and a backlog full of ideas that never moved into...

Overview Business owners usually do not struggle because they lack software. They struggle because they have software that does not match how the business actually runs. Teams end up with disconnected tools, duplicate data entry, and manual workarounds that nobody planned for at the start. On paper, the stack looks modern. In practice, it...

I started my first company in 1998 with a $100-a-day equipment lease and a truck. By the time I stepped back from day-to-day operations, I had 40 employees, 12 field units running across Texas, and over $2 million in annual revenue. I did not set out to become a software developer. I set out to solve problems that were costing me money, and...

There's a lot of confusion right now about what an "AI agent" actually is. Most people hear the term and think of ChatGPT — a chatbot you type questions into and get answers back. That's not what I'm talking about. An AI agent is something fundamentally different, and it is quietly changing how real work gets done. I build AI agents for...

Earlier this year, I published a research paper on arXiv titled "Privacy-Aware Split Inference with Speculative Decoding for Large Language Models over Wide-Area Networks." It is the culmination of months of building, testing, and benchmarking a system that addresses one of the most important problems in AI right now: how do you use powerful...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, the development of Agentic AI and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) applications is transforming the way we interact with information. By leveraging proprietary and open-source Large Language Models (LLMs), along with advanced techniques like embeddings and vector databases, we...

As the digital landscape continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, web development has become a crucible of innovation and creativity. In 2023, we're witnessing a myriad of trends that are not just reshaping the way websites are developed, but also how they interact with users. This blog post delves into some of the most significant trends in...

In the constantly evolving landscape of software development, control and efficiency stand as paramount virtues. With the rise of distributed version control systems, Git has become synonymous with developers' daily routines. But what if you're looking to take it a step further? What if you want to host your own Git platform? Enter Gitea: a...

As a U.S.-based software developer with years of experience in creating custom solutions, I never thought I'd be writing a blog post about how disappointed I am with a seemingly simple technological endeavor. I live somewhat between Dallas and Houston, in the area where loyalty to the Dallas Cowboys runs deep. So you can imagine the collective...

In the ever-evolving landscape of web technologies, choosing the right web server can make or break your application's performance. Two of the most widely used web servers are Apache and Nginx. Both have their merits, quirks, and use-cases, making it imperative to understand their differences to make an informed choice. This blog post aims to...

In today's digital landscape, having a compelling online presence is more crucial than ever. At the heart of this is the domain name—a digital address that not only guides visitors to your website but also shapes their first impression of your brand. In this realm, domainers play a significant role. They buy, sell, and trade domain names,...

In recent years, the standing desk has transitioned from a novel idea to a mainstay in offices and homes worldwide. As our understanding of ergonomics and workplace health has evolved, so too has our approach to the way we structure our workspaces. Among the innovations that have garnered significant attention is the standing desk. But what...

Linux, a free and open-source operating system, has garnered immense popularity over the years, not just in the server domain but also in the desktop arena. One of the standout features of Linux is its vast array of distributions, or "distros" as they're colloquially called. These distros, while built on the same core principles, offer...

The rapid evolution of the software industry has brought about a multitude of tools and technologies for deployment, each boasting its own merits. Among the forefront of these are LXD containers and virtual servers, two deployment methodologies that might seem similar at first but offer different advantages and use-cases. If you're a U.S.-based...

LXD (pronounced "lex-dee") has rapidly become a go-to solution for virtualization on Linux. It offers a lightweight and streamlined alternative to full-fledged virtual machines. One of the most compelling advantages of LXD is its ability to run system containers that look and behave like a traditional VM but with the overhead and flexibility of...

The digital landscape is evolving at an unprecedented rate, with Python standing tall as a reliable and versatile programming language. In the realm of web app development, Flask, a lightweight micro-framework, combined with SQLAlchemy, a potent ORM (Object Relational Mapper), provides a robust solution for customized applications. This article...

In the world of data storage, reliability, and performance, two methodologies have established themselves as frontrunners: RAID 5 and LVM (Logical Volume Management). Both systems offer developers and IT administrators a way to manage storage space with greater flexibility and resilience, but they serve slightly different purposes. Let's dive...

Databases lie at the heart of most applications, storing and managing the critical data that powers them. Two of the most popular open-source relational databases in the market are PostgreSQL and MySQL. Both have their unique strengths and weaknesses, and the decision between them can influence an application's performance, scalability, and...

Python, a language often associated with data science, artificial intelligence, and automation, has steadily risen as a powerhouse in the realm of web development. Its simplicity, readability, and vast libraries make it a compelling choice for developers aiming to create robust web applications. In this article, we'll delve into the world of...

In the dynamic world of project management and software development, one term often rings louder than others: the Scope of Work (SoW). Yet, as pivotal as it is, many clients often wish to bypass this phase, expecting a general estimate on project costs. It's like expecting a doctor to prescribe medicine without a proper diagnosis. Here's why...

In the evolving landscape of the oilfield sector, the convergence of traditional SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems with modern web technologies offers a myriad of opportunities. Gone are the days when data acquisition was isolated from real-time monitoring platforms accessible through standard browsers. Today, the fusion...

In today's rapidly advancing technological era, tailored software solutions have become the cornerstone of many sectors, from science and engineering to the specialized needs of the oilfield industry. The ability to design, develop, and deploy custom applications that fit the unique needs of a business or sector is both a necessity and a...

From the humble beginnings of binary signals and telegraph machines to the intricate dance of 1s and 0s in today's digital realm, communication has come a long way. This journey, marked by innovation and boundless human creativity, has shaped our lives in ways that the pioneers of communication might never have imagined. A Glimpse of the Past...