4 posts in Cost Optimization
A technical breakdown of a background Curator cron job loop in the Hermes agent that consumed 353 million tokens overnight, and a step-by-step guide to locking down background AI workloads.
Learn proven strategies to reduce token usage and cut costs when using Claude Code, Gemini CLI, Codex CLI, and Kimi Code. Practical techniques for maximizing output while minimizing spend.
Discover self-hosted alternatives to popular SaaS tools. Compare options for Slack, Notion, and Google Workspace with practical deployment guidance and cost analysis.
I share my strategies for managing API costs and implementing rate limiting for business applications, including caching techniques, monitoring tools, and lessons from costly mistakes.