Technical by Design

Nicolas Carvajal
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Exploring the intersection of technical craft and entrepreneurial vision. Join me as I deep dive into building valuable digital products and businesses across, SaaS, e-commerce, and content creation for my self and my clients. From Shopify|Amazon|Wayfair|Etsy API development to Webflow designs, from engaging 3D visualization to ... making mistakes.. Discover how technical creators are engineering successful ventures. Whether you're building your next SaaS product, scaling an e-commerce brand, or creating digital content that converts, learn how to transform technical expertise into business su

Episodes

  1. 10/24/2024

    3 | Building Brand Personality Through AI: The Story of a LinkedIn Horse

    Join me as I share my experimental journey of using AI to create a unique brand personality on LinkedIn. Learn how I'm using AI image generation to turn my Black Horse Media logo into a relatable character, breaking the monotony of traditional business content while maintaining professionalism. Inspired by Duolingo's success but starting from scratch, I'll share my process, tools, and early insights into building a memorable brand presence without breaking the bank. In this episode, we'll explore: Why I chose to experiment with a brand mascot How Duolingo's owl inspired this approach The tools and techniques I'm using for AI image generation My process for creating consistent, professional content Early lessons and observations Practical tips for starting your own brand personality experiment Whether you're curious about AI's creative possibilities or looking to make your brand more engaging, this episode offers a realistic look at starting small with big ideas.

    4 min

  2. 10/24/2024

    2 | The Real Cost of HIPAA Compliance: A Developer's Journey into Healthcare SaaS

    Episode 2 of Technical by Design dives deep into the world of HIPAA compliance from a developer's perspective. Currently building a scheduling system for the medical spa industry, I share my firsthand experience navigating the complex landscape of healthcare software development. In this episode, we cover: The real requirements of HIPAA compliance vs. common misconceptions My journey implementing HIPAA-compliant infrastructure: The "HIPAA Tax" - breaking down the real costs: Practical tips for developers entering the healthcare space: Perfect for: Developers, technical founders, and anyone interested in understanding the real costs and requirements of building software for healthcare. Whether you're considering entering the healthcare space or just curious about why healthcare software comes with such a high price tag, this episode provides valuable insights from the trenches.

    7 min

  3. 10/24/2024

    1 | Beyond the SaaS Exodus: The Real Cost of Building In-House

    blackhorsemedia.co & glowsync.co In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the growing trend of companies moving away from SaaS solutions to build their own software in-house. Using real client scenarios and concrete numbers, we explore why this seemingly cost-saving decision might actually be a $20,000 mistake for some businesses. Key insights include: A detailed breakdown of the true costs of in-house development vs. SaaS subscriptions Real-world case study: The 40-month break-even calculation that might surprise you Why the medspa industry (and similar small businesses) still heavily rely on SaaS Strategic reasons when building in-house actually makes sense The evolution of technology adoption and why nature doesn't leap How to make smarter decisions about your software strategy Whether you're a business owner contemplating building in-house solutions, a SaaS founder, or just curious about the future of software development, this episode provides valuable insights into the real economics behind the "SaaS exodus" trend. Perfect for: Business owners, CTOs, startup founders, and anyone interested in the strategic decisions behind software development and SaaS adoption.

    4 min
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Exploring the intersection of technical craft and entrepreneurial vision. Join me as I deep dive into building valuable digital products and businesses across, SaaS, e-commerce, and content creation for my self and my clients. From Shopify|Amazon|Wayfair|Etsy API development to Webflow designs, from engaging 3D visualization to ... making mistakes.. Discover how technical creators are engineering successful ventures. Whether you're building your next SaaS product, scaling an e-commerce brand, or creating digital content that converts, learn how to transform technical expertise into business su

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  • Creator
    Nicolas Carvajal
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