Notes, experiments and technical ideas
Writing
Short technical writing from the work we do and the things we are exploring.
RAG probably doesn't need a vector database
Exploring relational and lexical retrieval as an alternative starting point for many RAG systems.
2 Oct 2026
Making engineering data useful
A few practical principles for turning technical data into information people can act on.
12 Sept 2026
Building for real-world constraints
Why useful technical systems are shaped by the environment around them, not only by the code.
3 Aug 2026
