Journal
Posts and long-form series on AI, startups, venture capital, and more.
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Decision Making Under Uncertainty: Lessons from Practice
Explore decision-making under uncertainty using concepts beyond expected value, like the St. Petersburg Paradox and cost of exploration in startups.
Science vs. Engineering in Startups: A Tale of Two Methodologies
Examining how scientific and engineering methodologies intersect in tech startups, and why traditional project management approaches need rethinking.
NASA Technology Readiness Levels: A Software Development Perspective
Explore NASA's Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and their application in software development, enhancing project maturity assessment.
Startup Structure and Information Flow
Framework for structure & info flow in early-stage startups. Understand core roles (Eng, Sales, Mgmt, Product) & managing the science vs. engineering divide.
Trail Report: Chewacla State Park
Discover Chewacla State Park's transformation into Alabama's top mountain biking destination, offering trails for every skill level.
Homemade Melloncello (Cantaloupe Liqueur)
Capture the taste of summer with this easy recipe for homemade Melloncello, a sweet and fragrant cantaloupe liqueur perfect for sipping chilled.
Investment Review: Scout Space Systems
Reviewing my angel investment in Scout Space Systems, focusing on their alignment with my investment thesis and their unique value in space technology.
Banana Old Fashioned: A Surprisingly Good Twist
Don't knock it till you try it! A recipe for a Banana Old Fashioned, using that dusty bottle of banana liqueur for a subtle, fruity depth.
Investment Review: Jericho Security
Review of my angel investment in Jericho Security, focusing on their AI-powered security training and its alignment with my enterprise cybersecurity thesis.
Trail Report: Ludington School Forest Trails
Trail report for Ludington School Forest: Beginner-friendly MTB singletrack through beautiful Michigan woods. Great complement to a Lake Michigan beach trip.