Welcome to the Coder to Corner Office (CTCO) blog. This is a collection of my thoughts, ideas, and experiences on software development, leadership, and career growth. I'm a big believer in futurology and enjoy sharing my insights on the future of technology and how it impacts our lives. Whether you're a developer, a leader, or just someone interested in the tech industry, I hope you'll find something valuable here.
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Handpicked articles you shouldn't miss
A pragmatic look at 2026's technology landscape: from agentic AI becoming mainstream to the hardware squeeze affecting gamers and hobbyists, plus what's really happening with robotics and language models.
Why Large Behaviour Models matter: a pragmatic look at what Boston Dynamics and TRI are doing with Atlas, and what it means for industrial automation and domestic robotics.
A pragmatic tour of modern AI tooling for C# developers: Semantic Kernel, OpenAI.NET clients, LangChain.NET, ONNX, TorchSharp and vector stores, with practical snippets.
Exploring the value of building a personal brand in today's digital landscape and how it can enhance your career and professional relationships.
An honest guide to setting up and actually using GitHub Copilot agents effectively in VS Code. No fluff, just the practical stuff you need to know.
An opinionated, step-by-step guide to spinning up small language models on your own hardware with nothing more than C# and the .NET SDK.
Latest thoughts and insights
Honest reflections on moving from lead developer to Head of Software Development at 32. The shifts that matter, the traps I fell into, and practical playbooks for new leaders.
Exploring the concept of 'glue work' in modern software development and how strategic positioning can transform invisible contributions into recognised technical leadership in an evolving landscape.
How to supercharge your GitHub Copilot agents with instruction directories and persistent context. The game-changing technique that transforms how AI agents understand and work with your projects.
What are some of the key components in delivering successful outcomes for complex Software Development projects.
