Hi — I’m Connor.
Notes on what I’m learning, building, and thinking about.
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Catapults, Screens, and Tokens
AI makes attempts cheap. Their value depends on the prize—and whether your tests can identify a real winner.
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The Journey to Checkout Is Changing
AI agents shorten the shopping journey, shifting power toward whoever shapes what consumers buy before checkout.
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Intent Share: Who Creates Demand, and Who Keeps the Customer
Studios create shows viewers seek out. Streaming platforms keep the customer relationship—and the bargaining power.
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