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Software engineer reviewing AI-generated code on a dual-monitor setup
Apr 15, 20265.5 min

The Death of the Software Developer Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

Every few years, someone announces that developers are obsolete. The eulogy keeps getting cancelled. Here's why AI is more likely to compound the need for solid engineering talent than eliminate it.

Dan Davidson
Laptop displaying a WordPress website with hidden AI tools including content generation, SEO optimization, and design adjustments
Mar 19, 2026

The Hidden AI Features in WordPress Most People Never Use

Article Excerpt Most people build a site with AI, close the tab, and never look back. Turns out, that's exactly when the most useful tools kick in.

Dan Davidson
Split illustration comparing Shopify and WooCommerce, showing a sleek modern ecommerce storefront on one side and a developer workshop with tools and blueprints on the other, representing simplicity versus customization.
Mar 11, 2026

Shopify vs WooCommerce (2026): Which Ecommerce Platform Actually Wins?

Spoiler: the winner depends less on features and more on how your business actually works.

Dan Davidson