Joe

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Joe is an iOS and indie developer passionate about teaching, open knowledge, and helping others grow through engineering, design, and product insights.

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build.ms

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iOS Developer Indie Developer Senior mobile engineer

Interests:

Engineering Design Product Marketing Teaching Learning Open knowledge Indie development STEM diversity

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2025-12-24 • productivity design software development code ai

The post explores practical applications of AI in software development, highlighting its role in enhancing productivity and encouraging critical thinking among developers.

2025-12-15 • shell scripting technical writing performance monitoring claude code ai

A guide on creating a customizable status line for Claude Code to display usage statistics, emphasizing effective communication with AI tools.

2026-02-27 • job layoffs ai technologies overhead workload management efficiency metrics

Large tech companies face inefficiencies from communication overhead, leading to layoffs as they realize they don't need as many employees to operate effectively.

2026-02-02 • web development markdown large language models context window token efficiency

Implementing markdown support for blog posts enhances token efficiency in LLMs, allowing for better information retrieval and reduced token usage.

2026-01-07 • technology economics tailwind css job loss and replacement ai

AI is reshaping the economy, evidenced by job losses in tech and a disconnect between value creation and capital, as seen in the Tailwind CSS case.

2024-11-14 • chatgpt programming prompting techniques and guides large language models ai techniques

Effective prompting of Large Language Models requires clarity and specificity to avoid misunderstandings and improve the quality of responses.

2026-02-12 • productivity automation software development codex ai

OpenAI's Codex introduces automation features that enhance coding efficiency by allowing users to delegate repetitive tasks, akin to training an intern.

2026-02-09 • programming forecasting and financial projections domain expertise ai

Domain expertise is increasingly vital in programming, as demonstrated by a personal experience using AI to create a financial model without needing to read the code.

2025-12-22 • productivity technology code software engineering ai

A comparison of Codex and Claude Code, emphasizing the importance of aligning AI tools with individual working styles and preferences in software development.

2025-12-01 • software creativity development automation ai

On-demand software creation, akin to Scribblenauts, empowers developers to quickly generate personalized tools using AI, enhancing creativity and efficiency in problem-solving.

2025-10-17 • productivity programming automation skills ai

Anthropic's Skills feature enables users to automate tasks without coding, enhancing accessibility and flexibility for various applications, as demonstrated by the author's YouTube Audio Downloader Skill.

2025-01-01 • chatgpt productivity health software development ai

ChatGPT serves as a versatile tool for coding, app development, data analysis, and personal tasks, enhancing productivity and creativity over a long weekend.

2025-10-30 • learning code workshops education android app development

AI workshops empower individuals to turn their ideas into apps by teaching effective AI usage, regardless of their technical background.

2024-11-20 • podcast ui/ux design indie developers ai plinky

Joe Fabisevich discusses his journey in developing Plinky, a customizable link-saving app, highlighting its technical aspects and future features.

2026-03-11 • open source recap codebase management agentic identity

Recap 2.0 showcases the importance of structuring codebases for agentic workflows, offering insights and practical advice for developers to enhance usability.

2026-01-29 • web development seo and website ranking content creation geography and geology ai

Generative Engine Optimization is crucial for enhancing website discoverability through AI tools, requiring structured data and consistent naming practices.

2026-01-12 • privacy siri google gemini ai apple foundation models

Apple's decision to integrate Google's Gemini for Siri raises questions about privacy and the operational model, while promising enhanced user experiences.

2026-01-19 • software development empowerment claude code pursuit helmet ai native

AI tools like Claude Code empower non-technical individuals to build software and businesses, transforming lives and reshaping the job market for developers.

2026-01-06 • community engagement software development computer science and education product design ai

Build.ms is dedicated to making technology accessible by breaking down complex topics and teaching essential skills for navigating the fast-paced tech world.

2026-01-26 • automation software development solutions saas solutions ai

AI advancements are empowering users to build custom software solutions, posing a significant threat to traditional SaaS businesses.

2026-01-21 • technology innovation creativity democracy ai

AI has transitioned from an exclusive domain for researchers to an accessible tool for everyone, fostering creativity and innovation across various fields.

2024-12-16 • creativity projects personal development technology projects personal projects

The Rule of Small and Large encourages creators to focus on small or large projects, avoiding the unfulfilling nature of medium-sized endeavors.

2026-01-12 • automation technological change ai claude cowork

Claude Cowork transforms Claude Code from a coding tool into a general automation agent, signaling a significant shift in how knowledge work is performed across various fields.

2026-01-23 • technology apple automation siri ai

A call for Siri to evolve into a more personalized and functional AI tool, allowing users to create specific automation skills tailored to their needs.