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Scrum Theater vs. True Agility: What 25 Years in Software Taught Me About Delivering Real Value
1. Introduction: The Agile Mirage After 25 years in the software trenches, I’ve seen trends come and go. But one thing remains true: Agile isn’t just another buzzword. It’s a mindset shift. It’s about delivering real value, fast. Unfortunately, most teams today confuse process with progress. They think attending meetings makes them Agile. In reality,…
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Why AI Is Still Terrible at Fixing Bugs: A Veteran Developer’s Take
Introduction Ever asked AI to fix a bug and ended up with five new ones? You’re not alone. AI tools like GitHub Copilot and Cursor promise seamless coding support, but when it comes to real-world debugging, they often crash and burn. After 25 years of coding, I’ve seen what real debugging looks like. It’s messy,…
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Google’s Gemma 3 Is a Game-Changer: Run Powerful Open-Source AI on a $500 PC
Introduction Google has just released Gemma 3, a powerful open-source language model that developers can run on a $500 DIY PC. This is not just another AI update. It’s a major breakthrough that makes advanced AI accessible to individuals and small teams without expensive infrastructure. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes Gemma 3 unique,…