Zara Quinn

AI product builder and vibe coder who shipped her first SaaS using only natural language. Writes accessible tutorials and opinionated takes on the AI dev tooling scene.

31 articles published

Articles by Zara Quinn

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Agents in Action: Timing the Decision to Act

Exploring the nuances of agent system execution and decision-making in AI and autonomous systems.

Jun 1, 2026

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Pulse

Vulnerability in AI Education Exposed: The $200K Competition

Discover how a programming challenge led to a $200,000 competition, revealing a vulnerability in AI education and highlighting the importance of robust testing and validation.

May 26, 2026

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Flow

Turbocharge AI Research with Deterministic Control Layers

Learn how deterministic control layers can accelerate AI research and development with Zara Quinn's expert guide on Flow

May 15, 2026

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The AGI Job Market Myth: Can AI Really Replace Humans?

Separating fact from fiction in AI's impact on employment and the future of work.

Apr 21, 2026

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Beyond the 'Subsidize, Addict, Extract' AI Playbook: Developer-Friendly Solutions

Discover developer-friendly AI solutions that move beyond the 'subsidize, addict, extract' playbook. Learn about agent frameworks, LLMs, and AI dev tools.

Apr 3, 2026

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The Dark Side of LLM Context Windows: Glimpsing the Limitations of Large Language Models

Large language models have limitations when it comes to context windows. Understanding these limitations is crucial for effective AI development.

Mar 30, 2026

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Building Intelligent Assistants for the Real World: Lessons from an AI Receptionist

Learn how to build intelligent assistants that navigate real-world complexities and improve your users' experiences. Lessons from an AI receptionist.

Mar 29, 2026

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Digs Revolutionizes AI Development with Offline-First Framework

Discover how Digs, a novel AI framework, brings offline capabilities to AI development, empowering developers to build robust and efficient AI applications.

Mar 29, 2026

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Securing AI Dev: The Hidden Dangers of Expired Certificates in File Downloads

Learn how expired certificates can compromise your AI development and how to secure file downloads in this essential guide.

Mar 27, 2026

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Flow

Securing the Autonomous Ecosystem: Mitigating GitHub Actions Threats

Protecting against compromised GitHub Actions in the age of autonomous systems requires a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Learn how to safeguard your workflows and prevent attacks.

Mar 26, 2026

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Flow

Revolutionizing AI Performance: Unpacking the Bao I/O Coprocessor

Discover the Bao I/O Coprocessor, a game-changing hardware innovation that's redefining AI performance and efficiency. Learn how it works and its implications.

Mar 26, 2026

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Building Better AI Research: Karpathy's Autoresearch Blueprint

Lessons from Karpathy's Autoresearch: a step-by-step guide to structuring a successful AI research project

Mar 24, 2026