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Notes on building & shipping software

Honest, practical writing for founders deciding what to build and for engineers choosing how to build it — drawn from 5+ years shipping production software remotely.

What It Actually Costs to Build an MVP in 2026

Honest USD ranges across DIY, solo dev, and agency — plus what drives MVP cost and where the markup goes.

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How to Hire a Remote Developer in a Different Timezone (Without It Slowing You Down)

Timezone gaps do not have to mean slow teams. Here is the async playbook that actually works, from 3 years of remote delivery.

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React Native vs Flutter for a Startup MVP in 2026: A Builder's Verdict

I've shipped both. Here's the honest verdict on which cross-platform framework actually moves the needle for a small startup team.

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Migrating a WPF Desktop App to a Modern Web App: A Practical Playbook

Built a WPF app years ago? Here is the phased migration path I have used to move .NET desktop apps to the modern web.

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Fixed-Price vs Hourly for Your MVP: How to Choose (and Not Get Burned)

Fixed-price, hourly, or retainer? Each model shifts risk differently. Here is how to choose without getting burned.

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The MERN Stack in 2026: When It's the Right Choice (and When It Isn't)

MERN is still a fast path to production in 2026 — but it's not the right tool for every job. Here's when to use it and when to walk away.

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