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Second Brain

The harder problems ahead: building with AI and growing a second, intelligent brain that thinks alongside you.

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How to Read Any Codebase with AI: A Practical Guide

Facing an unfamiliar codebase? Learn how to use AI to map the structure, find the real entry point, and build genuine understanding — not just surface-level reading.

July 23, 20267 min read

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How to Stress-Test Your Ideas with AI Before You Build

The most dangerous moment in building is when you've fallen in love with your idea. Here's how to use AI as a structured devil's advocate before you commit.

July 18, 20266 min read

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How to Read Any Codebase with AI: A Practical Guide

How to Stress-Test Your Ideas with AI Before You Build

How to Build a Startup Knowledge Base That Gets Smarter Over Time

Your Personal Prompt Library: Stop Starting From Scratch

How to Keep a Coding Journal (and Why AI Makes It Actually Useful)

How to Build a Daily Coding Habit with AI That Actually Sticks

The Decision Log: Stop Relitigating Choices You've Already Made

Spaced Repetition and AI: Make What You Learn Actually Stick

How to Run a Weekly AI Reset (and Stop Your Project Drifting)

How to Give AI Better Context and Get Answers Worth Acting On

How to Build an AI Learning Loop That Actually Sticks

How to Build a Personal RAG System for Your Notes

How to Use AI as a Thought Partner, Not a Search Engine

Beyond Autocomplete: Building a Second Brain That Thinks With You