Reinforcement Learning (RL) is transforming how LLMs reason, moving beyond “vibes” to verifiable logic. Senior developer Ahmad Wael explores the mechanics of RL training loops, formal verification, and synthetic dataset generation. Discover why a “Do or do not” reward system is the key to training models that actually think.
When you transform random variables, substitution isn’t enough. Ahmad Wael explains the Jacobian adjustment—the critical scaling factor that prevents your data distributions from lying. Learn the intuition behind “sand on a rubber sheet” and see why the Jacobian factor is essential for honest reporting and image processing logic.
Feeling stuck in your current tech role? Don’t delete your career and start over. A successful tech career pivot is about refactoring your existing skills—like problem-solving and systems thinking—into new roles like Product Management or Advocacy. Learn how to leverage your legacy experience to move forward without losing your professional momentum.
The latest WordPress Dev Chat sparked a debate on whether Core should require the PHP filter extension. With PHPMailer currently dependent on it, contributors are considering removing the usage entirely to improve server compatibility. Ahmad Wael explains why this matters for your 6.9 retrospective feedback and future site stability.
CSS Container Queries have evolved far beyond simple size checks. From scroll-state detection in Chrome 144 to anchored queries for tooltips, the spec is replacing heavy JavaScript hacks with native browser performance. Ahmad Wael breaks down why size queries were just the start and how state-based querying is the future of WordPress component design.
Continuous learning for WordPress developers is essential, but it shouldn’t lead to burnout. Senior dev Ahmad Wael shares pragmatic strategies for managing constant updates, from high-volume scanning to deep-dive deep dives and the power of solitude. Learn how to stay relevant in the fast-moving WordPress ecosystem without losing your mind or your passion.
Stop wasting budget on heavy LLMs for simple tasks. Ahmad Wael explains why GliNER2 is the pragmatic choice for structured data extraction. Learn how to handle entity recognition and relationship mapping on a CPU without the high costs or latency of major AI APIs. Get the right tool for the job.
Stop making excuses for poor model performance. Learn how to handle covariance shift using Inverse Probability Weighting (IPW). Senior dev Ahmad Wael explains how to re-weight your validation data to match real-world production distributions, ensuring your machine learning models stay accurate even when user demographics shift unexpectedly. No more apples-to-oranges comparisons.
Is your machine learning model struggling with time-based predictions? Learn how cyclical feature encoding uses Sine and Cosine transformations to fix the “midnight paradox.” Stop treating time like a straight line and start mapping it to a circle to preserve proximity and improve model accuracy for WooCommerce and data-heavy WordPress sites.
Stop wasting your server’s multi-core power. Learn how to master Distributed Computing with Ray to scale your Python scripts from one core to sixty-four with minimal code changes. Ahmad Wael shares a real-world story of fixing a client’s slow data pipeline and why Ray is the pragmatic choice over standard multiprocessing.