Leveraging LLMs for solving bounty hunting pain points

In 2022, I embarked on a journey with jswzl, believing that a single developer could deliver immense value without a team by focusing on high-value outputs and minimizing low-leverage work. As a solo developer, efficiency is critical, and 2023 brought the widespread availability of large language models (LLMs) and AI, which greatly benefit individuals like … Continue reading Leveraging LLMs for solving bounty hunting pain points →

The “Privileges Required” trap in CVSS 3.1

Should Privileges Required be set as "Low" when an application has open registration? Common wisdom says yes, but the specification disagrees.

Taking leaps, not steps

Today is a big day filled with a lot of different feelings. It marks the end of an epoch in my life, spanning the entirety of my adult life. But it also is the footing from which I take the leap into new challenges. Specifically, I'm gonna do my first solo startup named jswzl. Looking … Continue reading Taking leaps, not steps →

ADHD sensory management – A paradox

It can be difficult to reach the optimal level of stimulation to stay focused with ADHD. What can we learn from the stimulation/sensory challenges in ADHD, and what does it tell us about how to manage it?

Startups: Highly sensitive to initial equity conditions

Below is a number of lessons I've learned over the year while involved in a few startups. Take note that all of the advice is highly subject to the exact circumstance. For new founders, "The hard things about hard things" is mandatory When doing a startup, one of the first things you’ll need to sort … Continue reading Startups: Highly sensitive to initial equity conditions →

Yikes, this feels empty

Looking for my old blog content from 2010-2013? You can find it right here.