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A collection of blogs posts and research reports on software development, AI, and technology.
August 2025
The Rising Value of Human Connection in the Age of AI
Something's happening in professional services that doesn't make logical sense. AI can analyze data faster, generate insights more consistently, and deliver recommendations without bias. Yet people consistently choose (and pay more for) human involvement. This comprehensive research reveals why human communication skills become more valuable as AI capabilities expand, backed by data showing 32% premiums for human-verified information and 250% ROI on interpersonal skills training.
AI Coding Agents: Transforming Software Development
AI coding agents are fundamentally transforming software development, from economic disruption to democratizing technology creation. This comprehensive analysis examines current capabilities, productivity impacts, technical challenges, and future implications for developers and society.
July 2025
The Dramatic Decline of Computing Costs and What It Means for AI Pricing
A comprehensive research analysis examining the dramatic decline in computing costs over four decades and its implications for the future pricing of AI tools and services.
The Great AI Pivot: How the Industry Shifted from Models to Products
The AI industry experienced a fundamental strategic transformation between January 2023 and July 2025. What began as a race for superior model capabilities evolved into an intense competition for product dominance, marking a clear inflection point in how AI companies allocate resources and define success...
AI augments rather than replaces: Evidence challenging job displacement fears
The narrative that artificial intelligence will eliminate most human jobs faces mounting evidence to the contrary. This comprehensive research report examines evidence from leading institutions, historical analysis, and real-world implementation data showing AI primarily augments human capabilities rather than replacing workers wholesale.