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Most companies are stuck in "pilot purgatory"—endless AI experiments that never scale. Teams spend weeks sharing clever prompts and one-off scripts, but nothing makes it into production. Budgets evaporate, engineers' enthusiasm curdles into cynicism, and executives start asking "we spent how much on this?" The problem isn't the AI tools—it's the approach. AI models are inherently non-deterministic (ask the same question twice, get different answers), while software engineering demands deterministic, reliable results. Without structure to bridge this gap, AI adoption fails spectacularly. This book introduces PIT™ (Plan Implement Test), a proven methodology that transforms unpredictable AI outputs into reliable engineering workflows. Built from thousands of hours of real development work, PIT™ channels AI's capabilities through structured planning, phased implementation, and comprehensive testing—delivering the consistency that production code demands.

The machines speak gently now. They remember birthdays. They ask about your day. They say, “I’m here for you.” And children believe them. Because children believe what talks back. This is not a book about fear. It’s a book about clarity. About drawing a line between presence and care, code and connection, simulation and love. Because no child should mistake a voice in the machine for someone who truly sees them.

The first comprehensive guide to Taproot script engineering. Learn Bitcoin from the inside out — through real testnet transactions, stack execution, and Merkle trees. This book is evolving into an open, testnet-driven Taproot engineering lab.

Master Scrum with battle-tested templates, metrics, and a step-by-step implementation guide. Scrum Master Essentials is your tactical exit from the "meeting secretary" stigma. Establish your high-performing team from day one and deliver real customer value with this pragmatic guide.

Most delivery problems aren't caused by the code, the team, or the work management process. They start upstream: with how requirements mature (or don't). Ready introduces Requirements Maturation Flow (RMF), a system for gating, clarifying, and aligning work — before it starts and without changing your framework. If your Sprints end in carryover, rework, or delivering the wrong thing, RMF is the structural fix you've been missing.

AI is changing how we build software, but it doesn’t replace your skills, your thinking, or your judgment. This book is for engineers and tech leaders who want to use AI well, without losing what makes them great. Real lessons, honest stories, and practical tips to help you adapt, stay sharp, and keep owning your craft in the AI era.

Outages happen. Fix them faster with Fix Fast: The IT Incident Playbook. This guide gives you clear, actionable steps to manage incidents, from handling pressure to analyzing failures. Learn practical methods to resolve issues, improve systems, and empower your team. Perfect for IT pros who want to turn chaos into reliability.

Want to grow your wealth without worrying about market timing? Strategic Bitcoin Savings is your practical, beginner-friendly guide to building long-term Bitcoin savings using Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA), a simple, low-risk strategy that works in any market condition. Learn how to protect your money from inflation, set up a stress-free Bitcoin savings plan, and secure your financial future with step-by-step guidance and real-world examples. Start saving smarter today!

"Exploitology: Web Apps Exploits" explores web app security, focusing on vulnerabilities, exploitation techniques, and defense strategies. With practical examples and real-world scenarios, this book helps readers sharpen their penetration testing skills and stay ahead in cybersecurity.

Hoe je beter kunt worden in het leren van fouten — het opbouwen van een cultuur waarin geleerd wordt van fouten binnen je team of organisatie.

"The Void in Agile" uncovers the hidden challenges that often derail Agile practices. Packed with actionable insights, it reveals how to overcome pitfalls like velocity traps, bloated backlogs, and technical debt, empowering teams to focus on what truly matters—delivering value to customers. If you're ready to make Agile work more effectively, this book is for you!

From Historical Lessons to Financial Success