Florante’s Blog

Insights from the Frontline of AI Development

Real world stories, deep dives and practical tips for developers building the next generation of intelligent systems.


When AI Breaks Bad

November 13, 2025

What Vince Gilligan’s “AI Slop” Remarks Got Me Thinking About Governance
Vince Gilligan called AI “the world’s most expensive plagiarism machine.” He’s not wrong, but the real danger isn’t in creativity being copied. It’s in governance breaking before AI does. Here’s how I responded to his critique in my latest company blog post.
AI Mastery Levels

October 10, 2025

Welcome to the AI Mastery Hub
Building AI isn’t just drag‑and‑drop—it’s engineering. After seeing AI projects fail in production, I realized we need the same rigor we use for any software system. Explore the Five Levels of AI Mastery and learn how to create secure, scalable, production‑ready AI that actually drives growth.
AI Developer

October 8, 2025

The Unshakable Role of Developers in an AI‑Driven World
Even as AI tools become more accessible, developers are the gatekeepers of security, privacy and compliance. Building AI in‑house lets companies protect data, tailor models to their needs and stay ahead of emerging regulations—making human expertise more vital than ever.
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