Content Index

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collection of things I've written down for some reason or another — mostly because I can't believe I had to say it in the first place.

9/17/2024

Founders Guide

Founders Guide: Service Blueprints

Service Blueprints in Service Design: A Startup Founder's Guide

8/22/2024

PostgreSQL

Primary Key UUIDs Finally Make Sense with v7

Relational databases have been using sequences as primary keys since dBASE and FoxPro. As our databases have become exceedingly large, and stored in multiple locations across many parts of clusters the sequential keys have become problematic.

6/24/2024

Authentication

Passwords Suck - Why do we still use them?

The idea of a secret combination of alpha-numeric characters to act as a lock is much older than the digital world. The first examples date back to Mesopotamia

6/6/2024

gaming

Destiny's Dad, Zavala

Over the years Zavala went from the grumpy old guy that was not Shaxx to every guardian's dad. His character arc from the original Destiny until today, at the start of the end, is one all too familiar for GenX and Millennials.

5/27/2024

startups

Startups Build or Use — Design Systems

When choosing a toolkit for a tech startup efficient use of resources is paramount, being flexible is not a choice. A design system allows designers and engineers speak the same language.

4/30/2024

design thinking

Build Your Community, Not a Network.

Communities offer depth and innovation over blind networking. Find or make one for yourself, today.

3/19/2024

startups

Scaling with Ruby on Rails: An Introduction

Ruby on Rails is a popular web application framework known for its productivity and developer-friendly features.

1/26/2024

startups

The Lean Startup Approach to UX Design

The lean startup methodology, popularized by Eric Ries, has revolutionized the way startups approach product development and user experience (UX) design. At its core, the lean startup approach emphasizes iterative development, continuous learning, and a focus on validating assumptions through customer feedback.

1/22/2024

startups

Validating Your Startup Idea Through User Research

Before investing significant time and resources into building a product or service, startups must validate their idea through comprehensive user research. User research helps ensure that your offering resonates with your target audience, addresses their pain points, and aligns with their needs and behaviors.

1/19/2024

leadership

The Art of Giving Constructive Feedback

Feedback is a critical component of personal and professional growth, yet delivering feedback effectively can be a challenging task for many leaders.

1/18/2024

rails

Migrating from Turbo 7 to Turbo 8 in Ruby on Rails

Turbo, a key component of the Hotwire framework, has been a game-changer in the world of Ruby on Rails development. It provides a seamless way to build fast, modern, and responsive web applications without the need for a separate frontend framework. Recently, the Turbo team has released version 8, bringing a host of new features and improvements.

11/30/2023

startups

A/B Testing Strategies for Startups

A/B testing is a powerful tool that can help startups make data-driven decisions and optimize their user experiences...

11/17/2023

startups

A/B Testing for Better User Experiences

In the pursuit of delivering exceptional user experiences, A/B testing has emerged as a powerful tool for startups and businesses alike...

9/24/2023

startups

DevOps Best Practices for Scaling Startups

As startups successfully navigate the early stages of growth and begin scaling their operations, their DevOps practices must evolve to accommodate increasing complexity and demand.

7/8/2023

startups

Basic DevOps Planning for Startups

As startups strive to build and deploy software applications rapidly, adopting DevOps practices has become essential for streamlining development and operations processes

6/4/2023

Offroading

Eagle Ridge Offroading

My Tacoma on Eagle Ridge in front of what once was Mt. Tacoma. It was all marketing. Commencement City changed their name to Tacoma in 1868, they also got Nothern Pacific to put their rail terminus in Tacoma.

6/2/2023

Founders Guide

Founders Guide: Journey Mapping

Journey Mapping in Service Design: A Startup Founder's Guide

2/22/2023

leadership

Creating a Culture of Continuous Learning and Growth

As a servant leader, one of your most important responsibilities is to nurture and develop the next generation of leaders within your organization.

2/19/2023

Founders Guide

Founders Guide: Hiring a Service Designer

The Strategic Impact of Hiring a Service Designer for Your Startup

1/4/2023

leadership

Building Trust as a Servant Leader

Trust is the foundation upon which successful teams and organizations are built. As a servant leader, cultivating and maintaining trust in your team members are essential

1/1/2023

leadership

Active Listening: A Servant Leader's Superpower

In the fast-paced and often chaotic world of business, effective communication is essential for success.

12/18/2022

leadership

The Servant Leader's Mindset: Putting Others First

True leadership is not about power or authority, but about service and putting the needs of others first. This is the core philosophy of servant leadership, a leadership approach that prioritizes the growth and well-being of team members over the self-interest of the leader.

12/14/2022

startups

The Importance of Product-Market Fit

In the highly competitive and ever-evolving startup landscape, achieving product-market fit is often the difference between success and failure.

12/12/2022

startups

Idea Validation: Testing Your Assumptions

The lean startup methodology, popularized by Eric Ries, has revolutionized the way startups approach product development and user experience (UX) design.

11/9/2022

leadership

Empowering Your Team Through Servant Leadership

Empowering your team is a fundamental aspect of servant leadership. It involves creating an environment where team members feel valued, supported, and encouraged to take ownership and initiative.

7/22/2022

startups

Why Tech Projects Fail and How to Avoid It

Even the biggest tech giants like Google, Apple, and Amazon have had their share of failed projects that wasted millions. While failure is an inevitable part of innovation, some common pitfalls increase the risk of your tech project going off the rails.

3/20/2022

typescript

Workflows with Typescript and Deno

I've been thinking about workflows in a lot for a project I'm working on, huge workflows. Maybe 1000s of steps are all laced together with some other tech around it. Far too complex to base on a single diagram.

11/14/2021

leadership

Mentoring the Next Generation of Leaders

As a servant leader, one of your most important responsibilities is to nurture and develop the next generation of leaders within your organization.