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Software Tools and Workflows
Software explainers about local-first apps, AI features, plain text workflows, productivity tools, and the design choices hidden inside everyday apps.
Good software writing should make invisible tradeoffs visible: speed, ownership, sync, privacy, and incentives.
Sep 2026
Sep 2026
Mar 2026
AI Agents Are Finally Useful, But Not for Everything
AI agents are moving from demo videos into real workflows. The trick is knowing which jobs they can safely own and which still need a human in the loop.
Why Every App Has AI Now
AI buttons are appearing in every product. Some are useful, some are decoration, and some reveal what software companies are really trying to automate.
What 'Local-First' Software Actually Means
Local-first software puts your data on your device first, syncs second, and keeps working even when the cloud, company, or connection disappears.