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GPT-6 Astra Is Here: What Actually Changed, and Should You Care?
OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra can use a computer like a person does. Here's my honest take as a developer on what's real, what's hype, and whether it's worth the price.
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OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra can use a computer like a person does. Here's my honest take as a developer on what's real, what's hype, and whether it's worth the price.
MCP Servers Explained: What They Are, How to Connect One, and Where They Help
MCP servers let AI assistants work with your real tools and data. Here's a simple guide to what they are, how to integrate one, and the use cases that actually matter.
Before You Write a Single Line of Code: How to Plan a Software Project
Most software projects don't fail because of bad code. They fail because nobody planned properly. Here's the step-by-step process I'd follow before starting any build.
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The Real Cost to Build a SaaS Product in 2026
Engineering hours, infrastructure, billing, and the hidden costs no one tells founders about - with realistic SaaS budgets from a studio that has shipped 10+ production systems.
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Why code ownership matters more than your dev rates
The hidden tax of working with agencies that do not transfer IP — and how to spot it before you sign. A founder
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