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Is GenAI Digital Cocaine? This is the title of an article I just published after researching and reflecting on the topic for a few weeks. Both anecdotal evidence and early research point at an interesting correlation. ↳ GenAI gives us the impression of being more productive. ↳ Like cocaine does.

submitted 4 days ago • 3 comments

Reading books is an excellent antidote against the powers of evil that thrive on ignorance. OK, that sounded dramatic. But that doesn't make it less true.

submitted 11 days ago • 3 comments

Any recommendation for a solid techno-critic book on GenAI?

submitted 15 days ago • 0 comments

I used to own a few Tesla shares, which I bought when I still trusted the company's mission and CEO. On January 17th, I sold all of them. Before inauguration day. I don't care if any financial advisor believes this is a silly move. As they say, It's not a principle if it doesn't cost you money

submitted 29 days ago • 1 comment

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submitted 30 days ago • 0 comments

As 2025 announces itself as a dumpster fire of unprecedented proportions, I keep reminding myself to focus on what I can control and accept what I can't. As such, I've just published a retrospective and recap of 2024, my first year as a solopreneur.

submitted 32 days ago • 1 comment

In 2024, I gave my time for free to help 10 leaders in technology. In 2025, I want to keep this good tradition alive. I've shifted my attention to the Sudo Make Me a CTO Community, where we meet with talented leaders from different backgrounds every other week.

submitted 34 days ago • 1 comment

I've been thinking a lot about responsibility lately. To the point that I've published an article on the topic. In it, you will find more than just my reflections on Responsibility and how to approach it

submitted 67 days ago • 2 comments

Are you looking for your next read during the holiday season? I've just published the recurring monthly segment covering the books I read last month. In November, I got lucky as all three books I read were pure hits. In order of finishing... 🧵

submitted 74 days ago • 1 comment

Many engineering leaders struggle with communication. Especially with non-technical peers. As I worked on preparing a session on this topic, I thought it would make good material for a companion article.

submitted 81 days ago • 2 comments

🧵 Should I become a Fractional CTO? I recommend that people ask themselves this question before moving on to the next one: How do I become one? The reason is simple: I believe in something other than over-indexing on a fancy title.

submitted 88 days ago • 1 comment