David Gewirtz

Google embeds AI agents deep into its data stack - here's what they can do for you Google's new agents aren't chatbots. They're autonomous problem-solvers for the enterprise. Here's how they integrate with BigQuery, Spanner, and Gemini to transform analytics, coding, and…

Just in time for Google Cloud Next Tokyo 2025, Google is making a series of announcements that herald a major change in how enterprises manage data. www.zdnet.com/article/goog...

9 things you shouldn't use AI for at work AI can boost productivity, but it can also derail your entire operation. From fake legal advice to customer service nightmares, here are nine places AI doesn't belong at work.

This is far from a comprehensive list, but it should make you think. www.zdnet.com/article/9-th...

Stanford's holographic AI glasses are coming for your clunky VR headset Can AI, waveguides, and holography pass the 'visual Turing Test' and finally make mixed reality mainstream?

It's all just so very weird and ever so slightly creepy. But this is the world we live in. www.zdnet.com/article/stan...

My latest video is out. www.youtube.com/watch?v=1aF3...

I might've found the best fix for headless server frustration - and it's highly customizable Tired of balancing monitors and mice on your server rack? This $90 gadget might be the remote-access fix your cluttered home lab or NVR setup desperately needs.

It's always a happy day when I find a new gadget. www.zdnet.com/home-and-off...

I got ChatGPT Agent to deliver a truly useful report - and then NotebookLM took it to the next level Can ChatGPT Agent and NotebookLM actually do real work together? I tested them on a cloud storage comparison project. The result was surprisingly impressive.

Crossing the streams www.zdnet.com/article/i-go...

9 programming tasks you shouldn't hand off to AI - and why Before you offload your codebase to ChatGPT, read this. From security flaws to copyright nightmares, here's what the AI hype machine isn't telling you.

Have you found yourself leaning too much on AI to write code? Where do you draw the line between convenience and caution? www.zdnet.com/article/9-pr...

My latest video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Unf_...

My 8 ChatGPT Agent tests produced only 1 near-perfect result - and a lot of alternative facts Can ChatGPT Agent replace your assistant? No, and my in-depth testing proves it. Here's what it can - and can't - do.

I upgraded my plan from Plus to Pro just so I could test out the new Agent mode and report back to you. www.zdnet.com/article/my-8...

How I started my own LinkedIn newsletter for free - in 5 easy steps LinkedIn is the social network platform of choice among professionals. If you want to publish a newsletter there to your followers, here's how.

As it turns out, starting a LinkedIn newsletter is both easy and free. www.zdnet.com/article/how-...

5 entry-level tech jobs AI is already augmenting, according to Amazon Amazon's research also says there's an increasing rate of growth for people qualified for these jobs.

I wrote some stuff again. www.zdnet.com/article/5-en...

Here's my latest video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AScm...

I invested $50 in Bitcoin in 2022 - here's what it's worth now after an eye-popping rally Bitcoin dropped, crashed, and burned - and then it skyrocketed. My $50 investment has been through the wringer. But boy am I glad I held on until summer of 2025.

Bitcoin is surging. Here's an update on what my test investment is doing it this explosive market. www.zdnet.com/article/i-in...

Coding with AI? My 5 go-to tricks for vetting output - and avoiding trouble AI tools are revolutionizing coding and IT work, but are they making developers faster? One study says no. Here's why AI sometimes slows experts down and speeds up mistakes.

New tools always come with big promises. But do they deliver in real-world settings? www.zdnet.com/article/codi...

How agentic AI is transforming the very foundations of business strategy PwC's AI chief explains how forward-thinking leaders are preparing their people and processes for this unprecedented transformation.

Agentic AI systems are different from the previous generation of algorithmic business management systems we've been using for the past few decades. www.zdnet.com/article/how-...

I love Roku for keeping its ads unobtrusive - which is why this Amazon deal worries me Roku is teaming up with Amazon in a surprising ad-tech deal that could reshape how ads reach your TV. Could this change how you stream forever?

I can't tell if this is sleeping with the enemy, mutually-assured destruction or smart business. www.zdnet.com/home-and-off...

How I used ChatGPT to quickly fix a critical open-source plugin - without touching a line of code This is what happened when I used AI to rebuild an open-source project, and it's why open source is so powerful.

This is where the power of open source becomes truly apparent. www.zdnet.com/article/how-...

How proxy servers actually work, and why they're so valuable Proxy servers don't just hide IP addresses. They manage traffic, fight malware, help gather data, and power the modern internet. Here's how they work, and why they matter more than ever.

One more article for you: www.zdnet.com/home-and-off...

How AI companies are secretly collecting training data from the web (and why it matters) AI companies are quietly harvesting your web content. Learn how to detect their bots, block scraping attempts, and defend your work before it's used to train someone else's model

This isn't creepy at all. www.zdnet.com/article/how-...

My latest video is out. www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZwT...

Want to stand out in IT job interviews? 10 ways a home lab can help Here's how to easily build IT experience that hiring managers will love - at home.

Good morning. Lots of goodies for you today, starting with this: www.zdnet.com/home-and-off...

How a 5-minute circuit scan saved me hundreds (and exposed a serious wiring surprise) I almost paid for new circuits, until this tool from Klein showed I already had power where I needed it.

Here's my story. It starts with a mystery, grows into a bafflement, and eventually results in something better than I could have possibly hoped for. But that's the luck of the draw. Going in, I had no idea. www.zdnet.com/article/how-...

My latest newsletter is out at news.advancedgeekery.com, well worth the read

This proxy provider I tested is the best for web scraping - and it's not IPRoyal or MarsProxies Skip the coding headaches and blocked IPs. This article breaks down how Oxylabs makes enterprise web scraping a breeze, with clear docs, AI parsing, and a massive proxy network.

Interesting look at an industrial web page scraping service: www.zdnet.com/article/this...

Thinking about buying a 3D printer in 2025 but overwhelmed by choices? In this video, David Gewirtz breaks down what you really need to know before choosing ... Creality, Bambu, or Anycubic? How to make the right 3D printer choice in 2025

My latest video: youtu.be/GUKWGK7Lu6M

I've been doing so much writing this week that I don't think I shared this with all of you. www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3F7...

10 strategies OpenAI uses to create powerful AI agents - that you should use too AI agents promise next-level automation, but where do you start? Here are OpenAI's ten proven strategies to build smarter, safer, and more manageable agents that actually get things done.

This is some pretty down to earth advice. www.zdnet.com/article/10-s...

Why I'm switching to VS Code. Hint: It's all about AI tool integration VS Code's AI integration tempted me away from PhpStorm, but getting it set up broke everything. Here's how I fixed it, what I learned, and which AI tools are now available because of the switch.

My latest little project. www.zdnet.com/article/why-...

This hidden Chrome feature is my secret productivity trick - here's my favorite way to use it Ever notice the Google Lens icon in your Chrome toolbar? You might be missing out on one of the browser's most powerful tools. Here's why.

Fun little how-to article for y'all. www.zdnet.com/article/this...

How Cisco plans to stop rogue AI agent attacks inside your network As AI agents grow more powerful and unpredictable, Cisco unveils tools to lock down networks, track agent behavior, and prevent chaos before it spreads through your infrastructure.

At least one company is looking at the risks from AI: www.zdnet.com/article/how-...