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Writings, Musings, Ponderings, and Other (th)ings ... looking up at the world around us.
The Tools Change. The Mission Doesn't.
Nearly 30 years of technology change has reinforced one truth: understanding the need, applying experience, and executing is what creates client advantage. The tools evolve, but the need to navigate them confidently doesn't.
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Technology Partnerships That Last
iS2 Digital CEO Kevin Howard Goldberg shares lessons from nearly 30 years of building successful technology solutions: why experience beats checklists, how teaching creates ownership, and how trust compounds efficiency over time.
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From Vibe Coding to Agentic Engineering
The developer's role is shifting from writing code to orchestrating AI agent teams. From Claude Code swarms and OpenAI Codex to orchestration platforms like Gas Town, the landscape is rapidly changing and so are the security risks.
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Why We Misunderstand AI Headlines
Most people read "AI" in headlines and think chatbots, leading to misguided investments and missed opportunities. The dramatic efficiency gains making headlines come from specialized AI systems including predictive maintenance, supply chain optimization, and fraud detection.
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What Really Is Agentic AI?
You’re hearing a lot about “agentic AI.” This helps you separate hype from reality, use a simple test to judge autonomy, and decide where you should invest for real business value.
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AI-Powered Coding Tools: Professional Development Accelerated by AI
AI coding assistants like Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and Claude Code transform specific software development tasks, though research shows mixed productivity results ranging from 19% slower to 60% faster depending on task complexity and developer experience. Organizations gain strategic advantage not from universal productivity gains but by understanding where AI tools excel: rapid prototyping, boilerplate generation, and integration projects—while maintaining realistic expectations and appropriate quality controls.
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