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Insights on Software Development & Tech Leadership

Practical advice from 15+ years of building software, leading teams, and helping businesses navigate their technology challenges.

August 26, 2025
12 min read
Stefan Knoch
AI is no longer just autocomplete — it’s a workflow accelerator. These 10 AI workflows will make developers in 2025 work at 3–10× speed.
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August 24, 2025
14 min read
Stefan Knoch
A step-by-step beginner’s guide to trading crypto safely: from choosing exchanges and risk management to diversification, mental discipline, and simple trading strategies.
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August 20, 2025
12 min read
Stefan Knoch
Why 13-hour days don’t make startups faster — they cause burnout, tech debt, and wasted talent. Here’s what overwork really signals, who it attracts, and why even 100 developers can’t save a bad culture.
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August 19, 2025
11 min read
Stefan Knoch
Smartest isn't always best. Learn how to hire developers for a startup by balancing archetypes, technical skills, and soft skills for real-world success.
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August 16, 2025
8 min read
Stefan Knoch
A practical guide for non-technical founders and managers on hiring their first developer the right way — with clear steps, realistic tests, and expert advice.
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August 16, 2025
9 min read
Stefan Knoch
Hiring a Product Owner too early is one of the common mistakes startups and new tech departments make. Here's why they don't add value in the early stage, and when they actually do.
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August 15, 2025
5 min read
Stefan Knoch
A seasoned TypeScript developer compares Node.js and Python, exploring why explicit, modular code often beats hidden framework magic for long-term maintainability.
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August 14, 2025
10 min read
Stefan Knoch
A practical, real-world guide to combining ChatGPT, v0, Claude Code, and Cursor IDE to massively speed up app development.
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