AI-Assisted Networking: Using Claude Code to Help a Friend Find a Job
I connected with a friend yesterday about his job search. He's a scientist with 20+ years of experience leading drug development teams, recently laid...
Writing
A collection of books, essays, blog posts, and poetry exploring technology, education, startups, and life.
Books & Publications
View all books →An Introduction to Stocks & Options
3rd Edition • 2012 • 20 pages
Essential guide for startup founders and employees on equity compensation.
The MP3 Book
Unfinished Draft • 2000 • 2 chapters
Historical document from the early days of digital music distribution.
Essays & Ideas
Vision
The Modern University
November 2003 • Educational Reform
Reimagining higher education through peer-to-peer learning and practical life skills.
Professional
Speaking & Presentations
Various • Professional Speaking
Conference talks and presentations on technology, startups, and innovation.
Podcast
View all episodes →The David Weekly Podcast
Conversations with entrepreneurs, technologists, and innovators exploring the intersection of technology, business, and society.
Recent Blog Posts
View all posts →Charitable Contributions PSA
PSA: consider pulling in charitable contributions to the next few weeks that you were considering making next year....
What Makes a Great Leader
A great leader inspires a team with possibility, vision, agency, and genuine caring for their people at every level. They are willing to fearlessly di...
Historical Archives
Personal History
My MP3 Story
Historical • Digital Music
David's personal journey discovering MP3 technology and founding the MP3 Audio Consortium.
Project Archive
Othello AI Project
1995 • Computer Science
Early artificial intelligence project creating an Othello game with strategic AI opponent.
Poetry
Poetry Collection
Various • Personal Reflections
Personal poetry exploring themes of technology, life, and human experience.
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