Series

Buzzword Compliance

Not all buzzwords were created equal. Some actually make! Each one has an interesting backstory.

If you go through these, the next podcast you listen to, billboard you read, or trip to Hayes Valley will make more sense to you.

Each post covers one buzzword and assigns a tier rating based on how much real work the technology actually does. Filter by tier below, or browse the full glossary.

Foundational

What modern computing/AI is built on.

Load-Bearing

The scaffolding that makes the foundation available for general public to use.

Ornamental

Embellishments. Some will last a very long time, others will fall off in the next wind storm