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My philosophy on building software

As a Fractional CTO, I believe that great software comes from a combination of clear thinking, user empathy, and technical skill. It's not just about writing code, it's about solving real problems for real people.

My approach is shaped by working on fast-moving projects where resources are limited, timelines are tight, and every decision counts. As a Fractional CTO, I focus on building things that matter, not just things that work, with strategic guidance that accelerates delivery.

Core Philosophy
Four beliefs that guide how I approach every project

Think First, Code Second

I believe in understanding the problem deeply before writing any code. The best solutions come from clear thinking about what you're trying to achieve and why it matters.

Focus on Impact

Every line of code should serve a purpose. I focus on building things that make a real difference to users, not just things that are technically interesting or impressive.

User-Centered Design

I believe that good software starts with understanding users. Their needs, their problems, and their goals should drive every technical decision, not just the ones that seem elegant to engineers.

Speed and Simplicity

I value solutions that are fast to build, easy to understand, and simple to maintain. Complexity should be earned, not assumed. The best code is often the simplest code.

My Approach
How I put my philosophy into practice
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Start with the problem, not the solution
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Build the smallest thing that could work
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Test assumptions with real users
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Iterate based on feedback, not guesses
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Focus on learning, not just building

The Fractional CTO Advantage

As a Fractional CTO, this approach leads to software that's faster to build, easier to use, and more likely to succeed. When you focus on solving real problems for real people, you build things that matter.

The best products I've helped build were the ones where we started with the problem and worked backward to the solution, not the other way around. With senior-level technical guidance, the technical decisions become clearer and more strategic.

A Personal Reflection

I used to think that good software was about using the latest technologies and following the best practices. Now I think it's about solving real problems for real people in the simplest way possible.

The most successful projects I've seen were the ones where we focused on the problem first and the technology second. When you understand what you're trying to achieve, the technical decisions become much clearer.

Ready to build your MVP?

Let's discuss your startup's technical needs. I help founders get their products to market faster with strategic guidance and hands-on development.