The Token Tax of New Tech
AI-assisted development adds a new cost to tech choices: how much context, correction, and retrying your stack needs before it works.
Notes & Opinions
Practical opinions and observations on AI, web development, old-stack tools, building in public, online platforms, and the reality of shipping software.
Why I Rebuilt the Automation Receipts UI With Tabler
I rebuilt Automation Receipts around Tabler so every new page didn’t become another custom CSS decision, while keeping the PHP/MySQL app simple.
Codex Makes Old-School Web Development Feel New Again
Codex makes old-school web development feel fresh again by helping with real code, small fixes, repo context, and practical solo builder workflows.
LAMP Is Still Enough for Most Web Projects
Most developers aren’t building Netflix. For normal web projects, PHP, MySQL, Apache and cron still do the job without startup architecture up front. Usually.
Not Every Side Project Needs a Modern JavaScript Stack
Simple stacks like PHP, MySQL, Apache, and cron jobs are still enough for many solo builder projects. Not every web app needs JavaScript complexity.
Why You Should Build Your Own GPT Instead of Repeating Yourself Forever
Stop retyping the same ChatGPT setup prompt. Custom GPTs turn repeated instructions, style rules, and project context into reusable workflows for real work.
How to Point a Domain at Your Home Server Without Making a Mess
Getting a domain onto your home Ubuntu server is really DNS, port forwarding, and Apache working together. Here’s how to do it safely.
How to Set Up a Fresh Ubuntu Home Server for Local Web Development
Turn an old PC into a useful Ubuntu home server for web development, with Apache, MySQL, PHP, SSL, domains, and safer outside access.
Vibe Coding Is Useful, But You Still Have to Be the Builder
Vibe coding works best when you stay in charge: give AI fresh files, ask for small changes, test everything, and keep product judgement human.
A “What Should I Work On Next?” Dashboard for Solo Builders
A “What Should I Work On Next?” Dashboard for Solo Builders