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Republish: Practice Until You Don’t Get It Wrong

Posted on November 3, 2025 by way0utwest

I was in the UK last week and since I was gone for a week, I’ve decided to take a day off with my wife. You get to read Practice Until You Don’t Get It Wrong, which is something I … Continue reading →

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The Selfish Case for Learning AI

Posted on October 31, 2025 by way0utwest

I ran across this article on a survey about AI usage recently. The headline is this: 55% of businesses admit wrong decisions in making employees redundant when bringing AI into the workforce. That sounds a little ominous for those making … Continue reading →

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A New Word: Foilsick

Posted on October 31, 2025 by way0utwest

foilsick – adj. feeling ashamed after revealing a little too much of yourself to someone – allowing them too clear a view of your pettiness, your anger, your cowardice, your childlike vulnerability – wishing you could somewhat take back the … Continue reading →

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Reducing Cloud Cost

Posted on October 29, 2025 by way0utwest

Cloud costs are high and growing. Some orgs think they’re out of control and are trying to limit spend. Some orgs are looking to leave the cloud. A lot of IT spend over the years has been seen as a … Continue reading →

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