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AI System Design: Building Solutions That Work Beyond the Demo

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

AI system design determines whether your solution succeeds in production or fails once it leaves a controlled environment. In this part of the conver...

AI Data Foundation: Why Your Systems Matter More Than Your Tools

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Having a strong AI data foundation is the real starting point for any successful AI initiative, yet it's the part most teams overlook. In our latest ...

Why AI Projects Fail: What Most Businesses Get Wrong

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Understanding why AI projects fail is critical before you invest time and money into automation. Most failures aren't caused by bad tools—they're c...

Future of Developers AI: How the Role Is Changing Right Now

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The future of developers' AI is already unfolding—and it's not about developers being replaced. It's about developers evolving. As AI tools take ov...

Start Small, Think Big: Why Most AI Strategies Fail Before They Start

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you're trying to implement AI in your business, the best advice might sound counterintuitive: start small, think big AI. Most companies rush into ...

ERP Implementation Strategy: How to Get ERP and CRM Projects Right

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An effective ERP implementation strategy starts long before any software is selected. Most failures happen not during deployment, but during planning...

ERP and CRM Implementation: Why Most Projects Fail Before They Start

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most ERP and CRM implementation efforts don't fail during execution—they fail before the project even begins. In this episode, the hosts sit down...

Scaling with Virtual Assistants Without Losing Control

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's a point in every business where doing everything yourself stops being admirable and starts being the bottleneck. The shift from operator to l...

The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Moving From Side Hustle to Company

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's a big difference between being busy and building something that lasts. Many entrepreneurs don't realize they're stuck in that gap. They're ...

Keeping Forward Momentum When You're Overloaded: Small Wins + AI Guardrails

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever hit that point where you're "still functioning," but everything feels heavier—this episode is for you. In Building Better Developers...

Building Forward Momentum as a Developer Entrepreneur

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Building forward momentum isn't about moving fast. Rather, it's about moving intentionally — especially when transitioning from developer to entrep...

The Developer Mindset Shift: How Changing Your Thinking Creates Forward Motion

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most developers believe their biggest career challenges are technical. They're usually wrong. The real blockers tend to be invisible — habits, ...

Getting Unstuck: Turn Goals into Action with Better Beliefs

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever felt stuck despite having experience, skills, and a plan, the problem usually isn't effort. Most developers and technical leaders don'...

How to Evaluate AI for Marketing ROI Without Chasing Hype

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Measuring AI marketing ROI has become one of the most uncomfortable conversations in tech and marketing teams. Everyone knows AI is "important." Fewe...

How Founder Communities Accelerate the Developer to CEO Transition

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Developer to CEO transition rarely starts with a bold declaration like, "I'm going to run a company." More often, it begins quietly—by taking...

Regaining Clarity at Work: How Developers Avoid Burnout

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Regaining clarity at work is one of the biggest challenges developers face as responsibilities grow, distractions multiply, and expectations rise. Bu...

Executive Coaching: How to Choose the Right Coach as a Tech Leader

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

For many developers and engineering leaders, executive coaching feels like something you turn to only when things go wrong. We're trained to solve pr...

Balancing Building and Customer Feedback Without Getting Stuck

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever shipped fast only to realize no one wanted what you built, you've felt the tension behind balancing building and feedback. As develope...

Customer Feedback for Developers: How to Listen Without Losing Your Vision

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Customer feedback for developers is one of the fastest ways to improve a product—and one of the easiest ways to derail it. When you're building som...

Daily Forward Momentum: A Simple System to Break Plateaus

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever felt like you're busy but not progressing, you're not alone. The fix usually isn't a bigger plan—it's daily forward momentum. This e...

Building Better Foundations as a Long-Term Discipline

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Building better foundations isn't about chasing the newest framework, tool, or trend. Instead, it's about reinforcing the fundamentals that consisten...

Go Web First: How to Use AI Safely and Choose Mobile at the Right Time (with Angelo Zanetti)

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you're building software in the AI era, speed is everywhere—and that's exactly why discipline matters more than ever. In Part 2 of our interview...

Prove Your MVP: The Founder Playbook for a Strong First Launch (with Angelo Zanetti)

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you're building a new app or software product, your biggest risk usually isn't "bad code." It's building the wrong thing, shipping it with a shaky...

Tiered Pricing in the AI Era: What Actually Works (with Dan Balcauski)

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tiered pricing is becoming the simplest way to sell AI-powered SaaS without turning your pricing page into a technical explanation. In my interview w...

Minimal Viable Pricing: How to Stop Guessing and Start Learning (with Dan Balcauski)

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Minimal viable pricing is the fastest way to stop debating what your product should cost and start learning what customers will actually pay for. In ...

Workflow Efficiency Metrics: ROI Without Micromanaging (Michael Toguchi)

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you want real improvement—not just more dashboards—workflow efficiency metrics have to start with something most teams avoid: visibility. In P...

Process Before Tools: How to Scale Without Burnout (Michael Toguchi)

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever felt like your team is running on duct tape and good intentions, you're not alone. In this Building Better Developers interview, Micha...

Conversion Rate Optimization: Find Funnel Bottlenecks and Improve What Matters

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You validated the idea. You built the page. Maybe you're even getting traffic. And yet… the conversions don't match the effort. In Part 2 of our in...

Market Validation Strategy: Stop Building in the Dark—Validate Your Idea First

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a developer or founder, you already know how to build. The hard part is building the right thing, for the right people, at the right time. ...

New Year, New Momentum: What Developers Can Look Forward to in 2026

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Year's Day hits different when you're recording with a live studio audience, passing the mic around, and starting the year with a mix of laughs, ...

2025 Year-End Reflection for Developers: AI Hype, Layoffs, and What's Next

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's New Year's Eve-Eve, and instead of recording from our usual virtual setups, we did something we've talked about for years: we hit record in the ...

Year-End Reset for Developers: A Pre-Christmas Check-In to Finish Strong

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The week before Christmas has a way of exposing how the year really went. Deadlines either slow down or pile up, calendars get messy, and the pressur...

Adapting Your Business to AI: Productivity Surges, New Models, and the Power of Data

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of our Building Better Foundations interview with Hunter Jensen, founder and CEO of Barefoot Solutions and Barefoot Labs, we explore how co...

Getting Started with AI in Your Business: Insights from Hunter Jensen (Part 1)

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Foundations, we interview Hunter Jensen, founder and CEO of Barefoot Solutions and Barefoot Labs, to explore what ...

Christmas 2025 Reflections: Rest, Recharge, and Wrap Up the Year

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas Day episodes don't have to be long to be meaningful. In this special holiday check-in, Building Better Developers keeps things simple: a qu...

How Value-Driven Project Discovery Shapes Better Software Outcomes

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of our interview with Dusty Gulleson, CEO of eResources, we explore how value-driven project discovery helps teams make better decisions, p...

How Story-Driven Discovery in Software Projects Leads to Better Results

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building Better Developers Podcast, we sit down with Dusty Gulleson, CEO of eResources, to explore why story-driven discovery ...

Managing Digital Distractions: Insights from Mister Productivity (Part 2)

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of our Building Better Developers conversation with Mark Struczewski (Mister Productivity), we shift from foundational habits to the modern...

Staying Focused in a Noisy World: Lessons from Mr. Productivity (Part 1)

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, part of our Building Better Foundations season, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche sit down...

Thanksgiving Reflections for Developers: A Moment to Reset and Appreciate

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special holiday episode of the Building Better Foundations season of the Building Better Developers Podcast, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael ...

Thanksgiving Tips for Developers: How to Reset, Recharge, and Enjoy the Holiday Break

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thanksgiving week is here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity for developers to slow down, unwind, and refocus. In this special pre-holiday ep...

Fixed Bid vs Time and Materials: Insights from Our Interview with Charly Leetham (Part 2)

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Choosing the right pricing model can make or break a project, and understanding fixed bid vs time and materials is essential for developers, consulta...

Strategic Foundations for Business Growth – Interview with Charly Leetham (Part 1)

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Building a strong company starts with strategic foundations for business growth. In Part 1 of our interview with Charly Leetham, we explore how clari...

Automating Quality: Greg Lind on AI, Testing, and Continuous Improvement

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Building Better Foundations episode, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche continue their conversation with Greg Lind, founder of Buildly a...

Bridging the Gap Between Product and Development: Building Better Foundations with Greg Lind

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In part one of this Building Better Foundations interview, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche talk with Greg Lind, founder of Buildly and OpenBu...

WordPress SEO for Developers: Tools vs. Building Your Own with Wes Towers (Part 2)

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this follow-up episode of Building Better Developers, Wes Towers returns to share his hands-on approach to WordPress SEO for developers. From choo...

Niching for Developers: Lessons from Wes Towers (Part 1)

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Building Better Foundations episode, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche talk with Wes Towers of Uplift360, a Melbourne-based digital agency se...

Strong Foundations Start with Strong Requirements

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of the most essential pillars of software developm...

Vibe Coding Is Changing the Way Developers Build Software

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Foundations on the Building Better Developers podcast, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore one of toda...

Refining the Remote Hiring Process with Agustin Morrone of Vintti (Part 2)

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche continue their conversation with Agustin Morrone, CEO and co-f...

Redefining Remote Hiring with Agustin Morrone of Vintti (Part 1)

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche speak with Agustin Morrone, CEO and co-founder of Vintti. The ...

Branding and Marketing Fundamentals with Kevin Adelsberger

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this continuation of the Building Better Developers interview series, Kevin Adelsberger—owner of Adelsberger Marketing—returns to explore how ...

Branding Basics: Building a Strong Foundation with Kevin Adelsberger

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche sit down with Kevin Adelsberger, owner of Adelsberger Marketin...

Trust and Reliability Matter: Interview with Adam Malone (Part 2)

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche continue their insightful conversation with Adam Malone,...

The Power of Trust: Interview with Adam Malone (Part 1)

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the first half of our conversation with Adam Malone, founder of The Tenacious Operator, we explore the Power of Trust — how it drives leadership...

Coding Options: No-Code, Low-Code & AI Vibe

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Season 26 of the Building Better Developers podcast is all about Building Better Foundations. In Episode 2, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloch...

Building Better Foundations: Setting the Stage for Season 26

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In launching Season 26 of Building Better Developers, the hosts zero in on what truly sustains developer growth. Building Better Foundations becom...

Human Perspective on an AI-Assisted Podcast Season

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Season 25 of Building Better Developers with AI wraps up with a conversation that is purely human. For over thirty episodes, Rob Broadhead and Mich...

Developer Legacy Guide: How to Make Your Impact Last for Years

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit their popular discussion "Your Developer Journey – H...

Side Hustle Finances Blueprint for Quick Payments and Growth

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Turning a side hustle into a profitable business is exciting, but sloppy bookkeeping and unclear invoices can drain your energy—and your wallet. In...

Constructive Communication in Software Development That Drives Results

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit an earlier conversation—this time through th...

Price With Confidence: Estimation Made Simple

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit their earlier discussion on "Estimation Essentials" ...

Code Consistency for Better Software

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As the Building Better Developers with AI season nears its close, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit a topic every team faces but few get righ...

Demo-Driven Development: Build Better Software with Faster Feedback

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit a classic topic: The Power of Clickable Demos...

Revisiting User Stories: Writing Better User Stories for Successful Projects

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this season of Building Better Developers with AI, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit a past topic: 'Transform Your Projects: The Ult...

Conquering Tough Coding Challenges: Proven Strategies Every Developer Needs

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of their most memorable past discussions: "Unpac...

Enhancing Developer Productivity: Proven Skills, Tools, and Mindsets for Success

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit an earlier conversation: "Building a Strong Develope...

Developer Career Growth: Breaking Through Stagnation

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Building Better Developers with AI podcast continues its season of revisiting past episodes with fresh insights. In this discussion, Rob Broadhea...

Developer Performance Made Easy: Smart Strategies to Get More Done Daily

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit another one of their popular topics: developer...

Revisiting "Done" in Agile: Why a Clear Definition Matters More Than You Think

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit their earlier discussion on defining 'done' in Agil...

Scope Creep Explained: Causes, Consequences, and How to Prevent It

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of the most persistent challenges in software pr...

Pivot Now: Developer Strategies to Stay Relevan

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit the theme of using the pivot—the skill of...

How to Build Customer Success That Drives Real Results (Not Just Support)

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche delve into the often-overlooked yet crucial topic of custome...

Evolving from Coder to Developer: What You Need to Know

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of their most foundational topics: evolving ...

How to Use User Stories in Software Development for Better Results

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit their earlier topic from "User Stories Unveiled – A Develo...

Requirements Matter: Building Software Right from the Start

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Far too many software projects crash not because of poor coding, but because of poor planning. In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI,...

The Power of Documentation: How to Code Smarter, Faster

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building Better Developers with AI podcast, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit a popular past topic: the power of docum...

Your Project Kickoff Strategy is Costing You Time and Money

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A strong project kickoff strategy can make or break your software project. In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and M...

What Happens When Software Fails? Tools and Tactics to Recover Fast

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit a popular question: What Happens When Software Fails...

How to Find Balance in Software Development

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche delve into the challenges of burnout and overwork, discussin...

Level Up Your Development Workflow: Declutter with AI for Better Focus and Cleaner Code

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Season 25, Episode 10 of the "Building Better Developers with AI" podcast, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of their most practical e...

Essential Habits for Software Developers: Practical Steps for Long-Term Success

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 9 of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore how cultivating essential habits for software developer...

Building Better Developers with AI: Mastering Developer Feedback

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche take a deep dive into one of the most uncomfortable—but—...

Winning Your First Developer Project: Lessons from Building Better Developers with AI

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Breaking into freelancing or launching a side hustle can feel overwhelming, but winning your first developer project is one of the most important ste...

Updating Developer Tools: Why It Matters More Than Ever

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Updating developer tools is essential for developers who want to stay efficient, secure, and competitive. In this episode of Building Better Develope...

Improving Team Collaboration in Software Development: Proven Strategies for Success

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore how to improve team collaboration in software developm...

Software Methodologies: Thrive in Agile, Waterfall & DevOps

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche tackle a challenge that many modern developers face: navigat...

Solving Problems in Software Projects | Building Better Developers with AI

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In software development, the real challenge often isn't coding—it's solving the right problems. In this episode of Building Better Developers with ...

Coding vs. Developing: What AI Reveals About Developer Growth

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a fresh season of the Building Better Developers podcast—Building Better Developers with AI. In this AI-assisted episode, Rob Broadhea...

Building Better Developers with AI: Season Premiere

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new season of the Building Better Developers podcast! Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche return with a fresh twist—this time, they're p...

Building Better Businesses: Key Lessons from the Podcast

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Building better businesses is the focus of this season of the Building Better Developers podcast. As the show wraps up, hosts Rob Broadhead and Micha...

Remote vs In-Office: Finding the Right Fit for Your Business

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore the topic of remote vs in-office work. As ...

Upgrading Your Business: Save Time And Improve Efficiency

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Upgrading your business is more than a buzzword — it's a strategic mindset. In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, Rob Broadhea...

Why Retrospectives Matter: Learning from the Past to Build Better Businesses

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, co-hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche dig into one of the most underused but powerful...

Business Tune-Up Checklist: How to Refresh, Refocus, and Reignite Mid-Year

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a recent episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore the value of a business tune-up—a mid-year...

Impostor Syndrome: Simple Ways to Reclaim Your Confidence

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore impostor syndrome—a challenge many entrepreneurs and leade...

Off the Rails in Business: Reclaim Your Time and Sanity

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building Better Developers, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore what it means to go off the rails in business—and how to g...

Reading the Room: The Leadership Skill That Sets You Apart

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche discuss one of the most underrated leadership and commun...

How to Demo Your Product and Get Feedback That Matters

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche walk you through how to demo your product in a way that ...

Stop Chasing Your Tail: How To Reset Your Progress Without Panicking

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of the Building Better Developers podcast — part of the Building Better Businesses season — Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloc...