Posts from May 2025

As I’m sure you know, Beta Testing is the process by which an almost-ready-to-go product is field-tested out in the real world before its official release. Humans are privileged to be able to revisit their designs and perfect them. It is quite a testament to human intelligence that we are able to test products and services, discover flaws or areas that need improvement,…

The other day I was struck by the precariousness of a major league baseball player’s career. A player can be traded to another team just like that! Without any foreknowledge of the trade; and completely without his consent. He’s expected to adapt to a new coaching staff, teammates, and potentially a different playing style. Family members have to be ready to…