Syntax 819: Fun and Profitable Side Projects for Developers
Syntax 819 looks at side projects for developers: small tools, weird experiments, learning projects, money ideas, and the problem of actually finishing one…
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Building the OSJ AI Tool Matrix
I built the OSJ AI Tool Matrix as a custom WordPress plugin, because a hand-edited table of AI tools sounded like a future migraine with admin edits. Oh…
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.
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.
How to Prompt LLMs Without Turning Your Project Into a Mess
A practical guide to prompting ChatGPT, Claude, and other LLMs for coding, debugging, writing, and small web projects without losing control of your workflow.
The Safer AI Coding Workflow I’m Using to Build EVE Profit Routes
A practical AI coding workflow for solo builders: give the assistant the latest real code, ask for focused full-file patches, test the app yourself, then commit only what…
Is Bolt.new Good? My Bolt.new Review for Fast App Prototypes
Is Bolt.new good? My practical Bolt.new review looks at fast app prototypes, real code output, production caveats, costs, and who the tool suits.