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OpenRouter + Stripe = Universal Compute Credits?
With the news of OpenRouter being acquired by Stripe, I think we are one step closer to converting AI tokens to food you...

AI Can Take Your Job, but Don't Let It Take Your Identity
As AI starts replacing tasks and jobs, some people are going to lose their sense of self. I’ve seen this before. When I transitioned out of the military, my identity was tied to the mission. My team depended on me to execute, no matter what. Even a year of "transitioning" didn't prepare me to separate who I was from the purpose that had been drilled into me.

TL;AR
TL;AR

Built with AI, a business or an expensive hobby
“Inspired by Gregory Kennedy's post ”

Got my WTA Green Hat
Got my WTA Green Hat

OpenRouter + Stripe = Universal Compute Credits?
With the news of OpenRouter being acquired by Stripe, I think we are one step closer to converting AI tokens to food you...

AI Can Take Your Job, but Don't Let It Take Your Identity
As AI starts replacing tasks and jobs, some people are going to lose their sense of self. I’ve seen this before. When I transitioned out of the military, my identity was tied to the mission. My team depended on me to execute, no matter what. Even a year of "transitioning" didn't prepare me to separate who I was from the purpose that had been drilled into me.

TL;AR
TL;AR

Built with AI, a business or an expensive hobby
“Inspired by Gregory Kennedy's post ”

Got my WTA Green Hat
Got my WTA Green Hat
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TCM AI Hacking 101
Learn the fundamentals of penetration testing for AI/LLM-based applications.

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A world-class masterclass in product, growth, and career strategy, delivered through deep-dive interviews and actionable tactical advice from the tech industry’s top builders.
Official Anthropic Courses
Free online courses by Anthropic covering modules for the Claude Certified Architect

TCM AI Hacking 101
Learn the fundamentals of penetration testing for AI/LLM-based applications.

Brief Box
8 Week Design Course

Lenny's Podcast
A world-class masterclass in product, growth, and career strategy, delivered through deep-dive interviews and actionable tactical advice from the tech industry’s top builders.