Real Tech Advice from a CTO Who Builds and Ships
I’m Jim Caldwell — fractional CTO, VP of GSD, and the guy startups call when things break. I share real-world tools, playbooks, and sharp insights from the trenches.
Who I Am and Why This Site Exists
I’ve led dev teams, scaled messy startups, and built full-stack products under pressure. This site is my no-fluff playbook — what I use, how I use it, and why. It’s for founders, builders, and tech leads who want real-world results, not shiny nonsense.
What You’ll Find (and What You Won’t)
If I wouldn’t use it, I won’t recommend it.
You'll find
- Tools I’ve actually used in production
- Advice I give clients and use myself
- Playbooks tested in real-world builds
You won't find
- Sponsored filler
- Tools I don’t trust
- Reviews written for SEO
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If your startup is stuck, your roadmap’s a mess, or you’re wondering “Why is our stack like this?”, I can help. I offer fractional CTO services, product audits, and tech team advising.
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