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Thoughts, Stories & Learnings

Lots of thoughts, ramblings and stories / Many topics on my mind over the years!
A while back I wrote I am the sum of my parts which explains my many dimensions.

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It turns out I am not Invincible!

Short story: Life took an unexpected turn in early April 2025. I had a heart attack on Tuesday, April 8th, and doctors quickly placed a stent in my completely blocked (100%) artery, followed by a second stent the next day to clear another narrowed artery (78% blocked). After four days in the ICU, I was…
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Nginx Explained: Why It Matters

If you’re managing a website or application, you’ve probably heard terms like “web server,” “load balancer,” or “reverse proxy.” These tools are essential for ensuring your site runs smoothly, stays secure, and can handle traffic efficiently. One such tool that’s widely used in the tech world is Nginx (pronounced “engine-x”). But what exactly is Nginx,…
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2024 Scavenger Hunt Gift

This has become a family tradition! — Every year we have one gift that has a scavenger hunt attached to it – Very fun! What we did this year follows: Start your search where the day begins, in the room where daily grinds are transformed into daily elixir that help awaken your day!  Look behind…
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Workflow Automation Tools Explained

Workflow automation tools are software applications designed to help you streamline your everyday tasks by automating repetitive processes. Think of them as digital assistants that take care of scheduling, tracking projects, managing emails, and other routine activities, allowing you to focus on more strategic work. These tools are essential in today’s fast-paced environment, where efficiency…
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Backstory: Bean Kingdom Book

Ever since my kids and I came up with this 20 years ago (when they were little), I always wanted to publish this short story about the Bean Kingdom. One Saturday afternoon, on a rainy day in Redmond, WA, my daughter, my son, and his friend were all sitting at a Dairy Queen. It was…
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Multimodal Models in AI

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, Large Language Models (LLMs) have transformed how we interact with machines. However, a significant advancement has emerged in recent years: multimodal learning. This post explores what multimodal LLMs are and how they differ from their traditional text-only counterparts. What Are Traditional LLMs? Traditional or unimodal LLMs, as…
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GenAI Services Where is the beef?

If you still wondering “Where is the beef?” for Services take a look at these articles on the potential Take a look at the Accenture GenAI associated revenue  up 17% from $300M  in 4Q  ( Services no hardware: Accenture CEO Julie Sweet: 2023 ‘Was A Year Of Generative AI Experimentation’ (crn.com) Accenture in fiscal 2023…
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Elephant and the Rope

The Elephant and the Rope: A man observed elephants at a circus. Despite their immense strength, they remained tethered to a small stake in the ground. Curious, he asked the trainer why. The trainer explained that as baby elephants, they were tied to the same stake and couldn’t break free. As adults, they believed the…
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The Rising Cost of WordPress Plugins: A Call for Transparency

The WordPress ecosystem is facing a significant challenge that affects both website owners and developers alike: the escalating costs and complexity of plugin subscriptions. As someone who has navigated this landscape, I can personally attest to the frustration of seeing my initial investment in essential plugins skyrocket after just one year. For instance, a popular…
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OpenAI – Just WOW

Wow. Just Wow! — What a weekend! — Even my wife, a non-techy, was tuned-in to every turn this weekend. This is by far the most incredible business tech story EVER! What just happened? There are many recaps online (see below) but ultimately it boils down to: There was a completely unexpected seismic event, followed…
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