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Featured4/24/2026 · 8 min read
Leveling Up Your AI Agent Like a Diablo II Character

AI agents get powerful the same way Diablo II characters do: through a build, better gear, and a lot of hands-on iteration. Here's how skills and MCP tools turn a generic agent into something that actually fits your workflow.

Daniel KennedyArchitecture, delivery, systems
Diablo II-inspired character art used as the cover image for an article about leveling up AI agents
Gardener using a tablet in a greenhouse to manage a service business workflow

4/18/2026 · 7 min read

Why a Small Business Might Want Its Own Web App

A small business web app can do more than look modern. Used well, it becomes an owned content engine for discovery and a client portal that helps customers stay engaged.

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A simple home-cooked plate with roasted chicken, potatoes, and lettuce.

4/14/2026 · 5 min read

Why QuicklyCook Is Useful When You Want Dinner Ideas Fast

QuicklyCook is for the moment when you know you want to cook, but you don't want to dig through ad-heavy recipe sites or start from a blank page. It gives you fast inspiration, editable recipes, serving adjustments, and a simple way to save what is actually worth making again.

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Daniel Kennedy flying a helicopter in uniform, seated at the controls

4/10/2026 · 4 min read

Writing Code with AI Feels a Lot Like Flying with Autopilot

Vibe coding feels a lot like flying Blackhawks with autopilot. The machine can carry part of the workload, but only after you've done the planning, and know when to take back the controls.

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