The Archive · 2013 — Now
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An upgrade to my current chatbot
I upgraded my chatbot Sydney to test Weaviate's hybrid search and query structuring—features I need to scale my financial chatbot across 500+ companies.
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Building a Self-Evaluating Financial Chatbot: A Journey Through Data, Code, and Struggles
I built a financial chatbot that answers S&P 500 questions using SEC data—with a self-critique agent that improves answers before you see them.

My 4-Week Journey: From Frontend Upgrades to Docker Struggles and Breakthroughs
I rebuilt my site's frontend with AI, upgraded my chatbot's intelligence, and discovered continuous deployment—all because Docker refused to cooperate.
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Chatbot v2.10 Unveiled: Elevating User Experience with Enhanced Speed, Scalability, and Simplicity
No. 05AIHow I Emerged From Coding Quicksand With an AI Agent
No. 06Expats in the USFrom the World's Tallest Tree to Ancient Volcanic Remains: Unveiling the Secrets of America's Beloved Western National Parks
No. 07AIOne year later: My search habits confirm the rise of AI assistants and the transforming future of SEO
No. 08Expats in the USPetrified Forest National Park, US - A First-Timer's Family-Friendly Guide
No. 09Expats in the USWhat I am (still) grateful for after 2 years in the US
No. 10GeopoliticsBeyond Headlines: Exploring CNA Insider's Insightful YouTube Content
No. 11Expats in the USZion National Park Guide for First-Timer Families with Kids
No. 12AIMy Journey Through 7 Andrew Ng Courses on Machine Learning and AI
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