Insights
Notes on building software that earns its keep.
Straight talk on what things cost, when to build custom, and how to get software that fits your business instead of the other way around.
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PHP2Shell: What Happened to the Web in October 2026, and What We Did About It
Millions of attacks hit websites worldwide after the PHP2Shell flaws went public. What happened, why it matters, and how we secured our apps and client sites.
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WordPress, Shopify or Wix? How to Pick the Right Website Platform
WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Squarespace or Joomla? A plain-English look at the top 5 website platforms and which fits your business.
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Got an App Idea? You Don’t Need the App Store to Get Started
Have an app idea but heard it costs a fortune? A web app installs from a link, works like an app and can grow into App Store apps later.
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AI Can Build Your Website in Minutes. Should It?
AI can build a website in minutes, but is it safe to run a business on? What to trust AI with, what needs a human, and what gets overlooked.
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What Does a Custom Web App Cost in South Africa?
An honest, Rand-based breakdown of custom web application pricing in South Africa: what drives the number, and when a bespoke build is worth it.