Ben Thirlby
Google just merged Gemini and NotebookLM into a single workspace, and most of the coverage has been something like: “Gemini got folders.” That framing misses the point entirely. The real change isn’t about organisation. It’s about routing. You now have two interfaces sitting on top of the same notebook — and choosing the right one … Read more
Context engineering lessons for upgrading your LLM workflows. Learn the CLAUDE.md system, progressive disclosure, and how to build AI that compounds.
You’ve been here before. New chat. Same instructions. “Use this tone.” “Follow this format.” “Here are my brand colors.” Copy-paste from a note you keep somewhere. Maybe you’ve refined it over a dozen conversations, but Claude forgets everything the moment you start fresh. It’s not a bug. It’s how large language models work — every … Read more
New to Claude Design? Here’s what it is, who can use it, and 10 things
you can actually build with it today.
This is a small project and guide to create a local Wiki-style set of files guided by Claude Code.
NotebookLM’s PPTX export is here — but the slides aren’t editable in PowerPoint. Here’s why, and how to fix it before you export.
Claude Code has tools to stop you from re-explaining your app every session. Here’s how to use CLAUDE.md, skills, hooks, and plugins — beginner-friendly.
Your bracket deadline is Thursday. Here are copy-paste AI prompts for small office pools and massive ESPN-style contests.
I didn’t believe AI models had bad days. Then I found MarginLab’s daily benchmarks. Here’s the data behind LLM performance degradation.
I used ChatGPT to build an all-time NBA team, then had Gemini and Grok simulate a tournament. They couldn’t agree on who won. Here’s how to try it.
Your AI sounds like a motivational poster. Here’s how I used custom instructions and project separation to fix it.
Nine AI YouTube channels worth your time, organized by what they actually teach you. Plus how to use AI to get more from every video you watch.
AI in 2026: what’s actually changing for everyday users, what you can ignore, and how to get the most from free and paid tools. No tech degree required.
Skip the hype. These 6 boring AI side hustles generate reliable, recurring income without going viral or building an audience. Proven options for 2026.
Learn the essential vibe coding vocabulary every beginner needs. A practical reference guide organized by when you’ll actually encounter each term.
GPT-4o is being retired February 2026. Here’s what made it special—and a prompt that recreates that warmth in any AI. Works with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini.
Most people use AI the same way they use Google. They type a question, skim an answer, and move on. That works fine for facts. It works terribly for thinking. If you’re using AI for anything that involves judgment—ideas, writing, decisions, planning—the bottleneck usually isn’t the model. It’s how the interaction is structured. Over time, … Read more
If you’re around 40 and suddenly seeing TikToks about ADHD or autism that hit uncomfortably close to home—you’re not alone. A lot of us grew up in an era where these things weren’t caught unless they were severe. We just got labeled “quirky,” “too sensitive,” or “not living up to our potential.” Why Our Generation … Read more
A personal reflection on consciousness, power, and human limitation from someone alive at the beginning of artificial intelligence. A time capsule for the future.
Learn how to use Google AI Studio in 2026. Complete guide to Gemini 3, Build mode, video generation, and everything new. Free to start, no coding required.