The New AI Stack
Understanding Models, Agents, and Skills as the new computing paradigm
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Why Skills Beat Fine-Tuning: Economics of AI Customization
Fine-tuning costs $50K+ and depreciates monthly. Skills cost $500 and improve over time. The economics are clear—here's why.
The New AI Stack: Why Models, Agents, and Skills Are Reshaping Software
Understanding the three-layer AI stack (Models = Chips, Agents = OS, Skills = Apps) and why this paradigm shift matters for every developer.
Skills vs RAG: When to Use Which (With Real Examples)
Skills and RAG solve different problems. This decision framework with real examples shows when to use each—and when to combine them.
Skills as Killer Apps: Building for the New AI Platform
Skills are the killer apps of the AI era. Learn what makes skills valuable, how marketplace dynamics work, and how to build defensible AI capabilities.
How to Monetize AI Skills: Business Models for the New Stack
From freemium to enterprise licensing, explore the business models that work for AI skills and how to price your capabilities effectively.
Models as Chips: The Infrastructure Layer of AI (And Why You Shouldn't Build There)
Foundation models are commoditizing faster than CPUs did. Learn why competing at the model layer is a losing strategy and where to focus instead.
The Future of AI Skills: Predictions for 2025-2030
Where is the AI skills market heading? Market trends, platform evolution, and opportunities for builders in the next five years.
Building an AI Skill Business: From Idea to Revenue
A step-by-step guide to building a profitable AI skill business—from identifying opportunities to scaling revenue.
Enterprise AI Stack: How Fortune 500s Are Adopting Skills
Enterprise AI adoption is shifting from custom models to skills. Here's how Fortune 500 companies are implementing the new AI stack.
Agents as Operating Systems: The Orchestration Layer Developers Need to Master
AI agents are the new operating systems—managing context, orchestrating tools, and controlling distribution. Here's how to build for them.