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Notes on building and running B2B SaaS in production: architecture, billing, performance, and AI features.
Aug 13, 2026 · 12 min read
Should Your SaaS Ship an MCP Server? A Build-or-Wait Framework for Founders
Every article about MCP servers for SaaS says build now or get left behind. But only 11% of organizations experimenting with MCP have reached production, and 43% of tested servers are vulnerable to command injection. Here is the decision framework I use with founders to determine whether an MCP server belongs in your v1 or your backlog.
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Aug 6, 2026 · 10 min read
FEATUREDNext.js 17 Isn't Out Yet. Here's the Version Your App Should Actually Run.
Search "Next.js 17" and you will find confident articles describing a release that does not exist. The real question, which version your production app should run, has a specific answer that changed in July 2026 when Vercel formalized its security release program.
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Jun 24, 2026 · 12 min read
FEATUREDWhy Your Vibe-Coded App Is Falling Apart (And How to Fix It)
92% of developers use AI coding tools daily, but trust in AI-generated code has cratered to 60%. If your vibe-coded SaaS is hitting mysterious bugs, security holes, or scaling walls, you're not alone. After auditing dozens of these apps in 2026, I've identified the 5 failure patterns that show up every single time, and the systematic rescue process that saves them.
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Jun 18, 2026 · 7 min read
FEATUREDWhy I Build Every SaaS MVP with Next.js (And Why Your Startup Should Too)
After shipping 15+ production SaaS products, here's why Next.js remains my default choice - and the specific architectural patterns that cut MVP timelines by 40%.
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Jun 15, 2026 · 6 min read
How I Ship AI-Powered Web Apps: The Architecture Behind Products That Actually Work
Most AI demos break in production. Here's the architecture I use to build AI features that handle real users, real costs, and real edge cases.
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Jun 12, 2026 · 8 min read
FEATUREDThe Real Cost of Building a SaaS MVP in 2026: A Developer's Honest Breakdown
Forget the $5K quotes and the $500K estimates. Here's what SaaS MVPs actually cost in 2026 - broken down by complexity, with the hidden costs most founders miss.
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Jun 8, 2026 · 7 min read
FEATUREDSupabase vs Firebase in 2026: A Senior Developer's Honest Comparison for Startups
I've shipped production apps with both Supabase and Firebase. Here's the comparison I wish existed when I was making the decision for my first client project.
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Jun 5, 2026 · 6 min read
7 Architecture Decisions I Make in the First Week of Every SaaS Build
The first week of a SaaS build determines the next six months. Here are the 7 decisions I lock in before writing a single feature - and why they matter more than your framework choice.
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Jun 1, 2026 · 9 min read
Why Your Startup Needs a Senior Freelance Developer, Not an Agency
Agencies sell process. Senior freelancers sell outcomes. Here's why that distinction matters when you're burning runway and racing to launch.
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Aug 6, 2024
Best Practices for Responsive Web Design: Tips for Creating Websites That Look Great on All Devices
Hello everyone! Today, I want to share some tips on responsive web design. Creating websites that look great on all devices is essential in our multi-device world. Here are some best practices that I've found helpful in my development journey.
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Aug 1, 2024
Freelancing vs. Full-Time Employment - Choosing Your Path
Today, I want to discuss the differences between freelancing and full-time employment. I've had experience with both, and each has its own set of advantages and challenges. Let's explore these options to help you decide which might be the best fit for you.
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