Writing
Thoughts on building software that lasts, AI that actually helps, and lessons from 30 years of production code.
2025
AI Debate Engine: How It Works Without Leaking Secrets
A high-level look at the multi-model debate engine—roles, routing, and guardrails—without sensitive prompts.
Rebuilding My Personal Brand at 30 Years In
The uncomfortable process of repositioning after decades of building systems instead of reputation.
I'm Not 'Just a Healthcare Person' (And Why That Label Cost Me Millions)
Breaking out of vertical pigeonholing - how domain expertise becomes a trap and what transfers across industries.
Conductor Audit Deep Dive: Proving a $20M–$35M Replacement Value
How we prepared, survived, and leveraged an independent technical audit that valued Conductor like a commercial-grade platform.
Why 'It Just Works' Meant I Was Underpaid for 15 Years
The invisible work paradox - when doing your job well means nobody sees the disasters you prevented.