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AI development services equity stake instead of cash

AI development services equity stake instead of cash

Most AI developers won't work for equity alone—and you shouldn't rely on it. Discover the real costs, hidden risks, and what actually works when you can't pay cash for world-class AI development.

February 5, 2026 Ryan Wong

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AI MVP development shop? When to use which?

AI MVP development shop? When to use which?

An AI MVP shop gives you a full team, proven processes, and real accountability. Going solo might seem cheaper, but it's usually a shortcut to problems.

February 7, 2026 Ryan Wong

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AI product development agency vs Consultancy vs Staff augmentation? When to use which?

AI product development agency vs Consultancy vs Staff augmentation? When to use which?

AI product development agency or get consultancy or staff augmentation for filling specific skill gaps in your existing team.

February 10, 2026 Ryan Wong

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LLM Integration Consulting Firm: How to Really Get Value from LLMs

LLM Integration Consulting Firm: How to Really Get Value from LLMs

LLM integration is not just a technical task. Find out why data readiness, business context, partner expertise, and the right LLM approach make the difference between wasted spend and real results.

February 6, 2026 Ryan Wong

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Can ChatGPT create an app for me?

Can ChatGPT create an app for me?

ChatGPT can draft technical plans in minutes but needs human review. Here's how developers actually use AI coding tools to build apps faster.

December 9, 2025 Ryan Wong

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Essential Production Tracking Tools

Essential Production Tracking Tools

When production nearly went down, this checklist of monitoring tools and DevOps practices saved the day. Essential production health signals and guardrails every engineering team needs.

October 23, 2025 Ryan Wong

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How to Build a Software Company

How to Build a Software Company

There are three types of software companies: product-led SaaS, sales-led SaaS, and custom development agencies. Each follows the same build process but differs in how they market, sell, and scale.

November 20, 2025 Ryan Wong

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How to create an app and make money?

How to create an app and make money?

Turn your app idea into revenue with proven monetization strategies: freemium, subscriptions, one-time fees, ads, and more. Learn where to build and how to price for maximum profit.

December 9, 2025 Ryan Wong

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Technical co-founder AI startup services

Technical co-founder AI startup services

Equity or cash for your technical co-founder? Each has upsides and downsides. Equity means they're all-in for the long haul, but cash gets you proven talent now.

February 9, 2026 Ryan Wong

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Avoid Bans: Telnyx/Twilio Calls

Avoid Bans: Telnyx/Twilio Calls

Using providers like Telnyx or Twilio for outbound calling can lead to account suspension or bans if calls receive complaints. Learn about compliant alternatives and how to avoid telecom platform restrictions.

October 11, 2025 Ryan Wong

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