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Practical thinking on AI, automation, and the systems that keep small teams moving without turning into another technical headache.

February 26, 2026 0
AI & Machine LearningSoftware Architecture

Why RAG Adoption Might Be Slowing Down (And What That Means for You)

Retrieval-Augmented Generation was supposed to be the bridge between LLMs and enterprise knowledge. So why are teams hitting the brakes? Two forces: implementation barriers (data quality, production complexity, evaluation gaps) and broader reasons — models getting better, context windows exploding, and the "just use the model" option becoming more viable.

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February 20, 2026 0
Legacy ModernizationSoftware Architecture

What Does a Legacy Codebase Assessment Actually Cost? A Real Breakdown

Before you can modernize a legacy system, you need to understand what you're dealing with. But how much does that understanding actually cost? We break down every option -- from DIY audits to enterprise consulting firms -- with real numbers, timelines, and what you actually get.

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