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Ideas, builds & lessons learned

Short reads on technology, business, and personal growth from Frankie Ragan — a working developer, builder, and operator writing from Harrison, Arkansas.

Why Your Smartphone's Battery Life is Stuck in the 1990s
3 min

Why Your Smartphone's Battery Life is Stuck in the 1990s

Explore why smartphone battery life feels stuck in the 1990s despite technological advances. Analyze the factors in play, including energy consumption and cultural habits.

When duct-taped processes start costing more than real software
2 min

When duct-taped processes start costing more than real software

Discover why duct-taped processes might be costing your business more than investing in real software solutions, and how custom software can streamline operations.

You do not need AI — you need a better process
2 min

You do not need AI — you need a better process

Explore how a manufacturing company realized they needed process improvements over AI for inventory management, saving time and reducing errors significantly.

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The contractor who stopped losing jobs to his own paperwork
3 min

The contractor who stopped losing jobs to his own paperwork

Discover how a contractor overcame paperwork chaos with custom software, freeing time for business growth. Learn why automation is essential.

How Ancient Myths Are Quietly Guiding Today's Tech Innovations
3 min

How Ancient Myths Are Quietly Guiding Today's Tech Innovations

Explore how ancient myths like Icarus and Pandora's box offer unexpected insights into modern tech innovations and risk management.

Can a 100-Year-Old Puzzle Really Solve Modern AI Dilemmas?
3 min

Can a 100-Year-Old Puzzle Really Solve Modern AI Dilemmas?

Explore how solving the P vs. NP problem could revolutionize AI, impacting fields from logistics to cybersecurity and beyond.

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The Hidden Economics of Your Data: Who's Cashing In?
3 min

The Hidden Economics of Your Data: Who's Cashing In?

Uncover the hidden dynamics of data economics, challenging the belief that data is inherently valuable and exploring who truly profits from it.

The Human Touch: Why Virtual Assistants Still Outperform AI
4 min

The Human Touch: Why Virtual Assistants Still Outperform AI

Discover why virtual assistants still outshine AI for tasks needing human touch and understanding. Who knew booking a flight could be so complicated?

How Bees Are Quietly Teaching AI to Solve Complex Problems
3 min

How Bees Are Quietly Teaching AI to Solve Complex Problems

Explore how bees, through their unique decision-making process, are inspiring more efficient AI algorithms, offering insights into both technology and business.