Brennon Williams

Do you write with AI? You can, but does it say what you want to say? I use AI to discuss things and iron out my thoughts so that when I write a post you can make sense of it. I do not use the Rewrite with AI button (or if I try it, I copy the text it tries to rewrite to clipboard so I can revert it). It is important to be genuine as someone may take you up on your offer and you certainly want to own what you do. During the journey to get YourOnline.uk working, I tried using AI to generate text for some of the packages I was offering. The next three versions, I rewrote all of it as it was generic and flat. It was describing my services in terms that may apply to a generic web developer. I am not a generic web developer, but a software developer, and websites are a great medium. So I had to devise a way to build websites more quickly, that run fast and to leverage that for clients, I have created simple packages that are both affordable and well featured. My service is great for professionals - one person businesses or smaller businesses that do not want to spend their time doing something I can do faster and for less investment to get them off the ground. If you need a quick painless method to get your online-business working, you can find my meeting calendar on the website under Start Now. Or if you simply have questions about tech stuff, DM me and I will try and help you out.

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Are you looking for investors? At foundercentre we have a FREE interactive directory of over 240 UK INVESTORS! https://lnkd.in/ekYQBPZF Filter through which investor best suits your startup needs, and simply start sending applications out. Create a startup profile, and showcase it now! We use specific, targeted questions during the signup stage to ensure that all profiles contain the relevant information in a standardised format for Investors. No more sending back-and-forth emails. Simply copy and paste your unique URL- and Investors can see everything they need about your startup. At foundercentre we are the only FREE startup site to contain centralised directories for everything a UK startup needs. From Investors to Co-Working spaces, founders can now find everything they need, with the click of a button. Grow your startup now for free... #foundercentre #investors #startups #founder #startupspace #ideas

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Have been playing around with AI video generation, the linked video is based on 3 separate prompts, each extending the previous by 5 seconds. Thoughts: Positives: 1. It's really fun. When a generation finishes, it's exciting to see the results. 2. I'm genuinely quite blown away by some of the results I've seen. Negatives: 1. Prompt generation is hard, long waits often lead to undesirable results. 2. Body proportion/morph issues are way way worse than in AI images. Conclusion: AI generated videos produce what you would expect to see in a dream, NOT reality (great for GIFs though). If you want realistic results, hire real artists. Let me know if you have any questions or want to see more!

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Once upon a time in the web development world back in 2017... ❌ I boldly approached my first client without a website proposal ❌Neglected the idea of a Client Questionnaire ❌Forgot to inquire about the budget Fast forward 5 years... ✔Every client now receives a well thought out website proposal ✔A thought out Client questionnaire is a must to ensure all requirements are catered to ✔Politely requesting for a budget is now a standard practice

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When it comes to Privacy in AI SCOTi®believes the only one who should be mining your data is You. He small and perfectly formed in the interests of people and planet, with 4 SLLM paws & a GPT tail He is smartR AI's Green buy to own Private pre-trained British first mover on-premises GPT. With SCOTi® AI the only company mining your data is you! https://www.smartr.ai/ #enterpriseai #verticalai

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We are making it easier than ever for advisers to showcase compliant testimonials on their website, with ZERO technical expertise required. You can now select from multiple professional website widget options which will automatically incorporate all of your approved testimonials. With just a few clicks and no coding, you can customize the appearance of the widget and embed pre-approved disclosures. Once your Compliance team has approved the content, just copy/paste the resulting code onto your site. And whenever a new testimonial gets approved by your compliance team, it will automatically get added to your site - no need for endless website updates! You can create as many widgets as you need for different sections of your site. And Testimonial iQ automatically uses the appropriate review schema markup to help your site stand out in search results.

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Gemini AI: Your Productivity Powerhouse in the UK In recent months I've been using Gemini AI from Google and its rapidly become one of my most essential tools. As a busy professional in the your day is filled with meetings, deadlines, and the constant need to stay ahead of the curve. What if you could reclaim hours of your time and streamline your workflow? Google's Gemini AI is here to revolutionise the way you work. Here are three ways Gemini AI can transform your working day: Effortless Analysis of Regulatory Documents: Tired of spending hours sifting through complex regulatory documents? Gemini AI can quickly analyse and summarise key points, saving you valuable time and ensuring compliance. Policy Creation Made Simple: Drafting new policies can be a daunting task. Gemini AI can help you generate clear, concise, and compliant policy drafts, allowing you to focus on strategic decision-making. Elevate Your Communications: Whether it's crafting compelling emails, preparing impactful presentations, or creating engaging social media content, Gemini AI can help you communicate effectively and efficiently. Gemini AI isn't just about saving time; it's about enhancing your productivity, enabling you to focus on high-level tasks, and ultimately, achieving better outcomes. Ready to experience the power of Gemini AI firsthand? Email Connect@c-learning.net or visit our website https://lnkd.in/e4yM3h9u to learn more. #GeminiAI #Productivity #Efficiency #Innovation #AI

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Get your systems talking to each other with an API connection... Here is a recent example of a customised API connection for our client and a third-party company. Not only has this saved our client time but has also increased productivity Client had a manual task of uploading documents to a third-party service to wait for information to be created (several days). Then they manually downloaded all of the documents and re-uploaded them to their CRM. We created a system flow that tapped into the API of the third-party system to send the information via API, and created a polling job to periodically check for updates. When the documents were ready, it automatically uploaded them to their CRM, removing the human process from that flow and dramatically speeding up the delivery process. #e2estudios #Automation #APIntegration #Efficiency #TechSolutions #CRM #BusinessProcessOptimisation

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It would be great to hear any experiences you've had when having a website created. I know I'm not perfect like most people, so I'd love to learn what went well for you and what you wish had gone better when going through the process. #webdeveloper #webdesign

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As the Chief Technology Officer at a Health startup using AI, I see the introduction of the "Artificial Intelligence (Regulation) Bill" as a critical juncture for the technology sector. This proposed legislation offers a chance to establish a regulatory framework that not only protects the public and maintains ethical standards but also encourages innovation. The creation of an AI Authority could serve as a centralised body to ensure consistency and coherence across various sectors, effectively addressing the current regulatory fragmentation. Such regulation is crucial to balance rapid technological advancements with the need for transparency and accountability, ultimately fostering a more trustworthy AI ecosystem. This bill could set a precedent for global AI governance, positioning the UK as a leader in this vital area. Lord Holmes #aibill #ArtificialIntelligence #startups #ai #ukai #aijobs

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One size does NOT fit all in the realm of SME software solutions. Let's talk about the elephant in the room: going for an all-in-one software sounds tempting, yet how much of it do we truly utilise? The reality for most SMEs? We're paying for a galaxy of features but orbiting around just a handful. The truth is, the uniqueness of our processes makes our dream tool unfindable. A tailor-made solution would exist if your process was not unique as the market would then be big enough for someone to build this tool. But here's the silver lining: the rise of no-code/low-code platforms. These platforms empower us to craft our own software architecture, pinpointing each specific pain point with precision. Need e-signing? There's an app for that. Cross-channel communication? Sorted. By integrating these specialised tools through an automation platform like make.com, we're not just solving problems; we're architecting our dream operational workflow. The journey doesn't stop at selecting the right tools; it's about seamlessly connecting them to work as a cohesive unit. This approach isn't just about cutting costs; it's about enhancing efficiency, bespoke customization, and ultimately, driving our businesses forward with technology that fits like a glove. Let's pivot from the one-size-fits-all mindset and start building smarter, not harder. Who else is crafting their unique software ecosystem? Share your journey below.

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Here's an update on #LeadTracker (30 sec demo 👇 turn volume on if you can 🎧) I'm excited we're nearly done with changes to the tool! So what's changed? 🐞bugs are being fixed - thank you testers for your time 🦋enhanced dashboard eg you can see the value of your wins at the top of your dashboard 🦋introduced tagging to your channels so you can create sub categories for each channel and search leads based on tags, thanks Chris Bantock and Cherryl Martin for your brilliant idea! 💡you should be able to import and export your contacts from your CRM into LeadTracker and vice versa, collect as much or as little info on your leads as you wish, and more... We're currently reviewing and testing it internally, but it looks like we're on track with the roll out of LeadTracker in May 2024 If you'd like to give it a go, it's free to sign up ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ejBFZEQb ❓What's LeadTracker? LeadTracker is a simple tool we've developed that does ONE thing for your business - it helps you track, measure and analyse all your Lead Generation activities, online or offline… So that you and your team will make data driven decisions on the marketing activities to invest your time, energy and money on. #leadgeneration #marketingmetrics #marketingROI #marketing #networking

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"How are you working with AI?" is the question I've been asked most in the last 12 months by clients, peers and friends in the tech and digital community. Read on to hear from one of our engineers, Will, about what we do and how we do it...

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Announced back in May, Confluence will bring folders as new content types. They will function the same as we are having parent and child issues. The difference is that the organisational structure will be more present and file management will be in place. It helps the users to be more organised with the aesthetic UI collaboration. 🗄 https://lnkd.in/dYrvva_R #AtlassianCreator #Confluence

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🚀 Attention Small Business Owners and Leaders! 🚀 In today's competitive landscape, efficiency and cost-saving are more crucial than ever. One powerful way to achieve this is through bespoke software solutions. 🌟 Why settle for off-the-shelf software that doesn’t quite fit your needs? Bespoke software is tailored specifically for your business, ensuring optimal performance and eliminating unnecessary features that drain resources. This means you can streamline operations, boost productivity, and ultimately save costs. 📈 Investing in custom software isn't just a cost—it's a strategic move towards sustainable growth. Ready to optimize and elevate your business? Let's talk about how bespoke software can transform your operations! 💼 #SmallBusiness #CostSaving #Optimization #BespokeSoftware #Efficiency #BusinessGrowth

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I wasn’t really surprised about the things that happened when we came across a recent enquiry where the website owner thought they may have been hacked. Firstly, their web host offered to restore multiple older iterations of their site as a courtesy to resolve the issue. But that is where their service stopped, and where they recommended getting the web developer involved. Web developer was great at many things, but not this which is how we were invited to take a look. Thw site was clearly infected with malware and causing reputational damage. But it took way longer than expected (a day instead of hours) to fix the issue: 1) Website hosting company had “security limitations” on what we could access which is quite ironic given their level of understanding or interest in the problem. 2) Hosting provider did not provide much transparency or access to higher level info on the issue. 3) While we had deleted the nefarious code and scripts, the host still had them as actively running processes, which means while it was clearly the cause of the issue, we had to identify manually this issue, report it to them and wait for them to terminate the scripts. For me this is a bit like going into a bakery which has blacked our shelves, and you have to tell the baker exactly what you want to get it, without being able to see what they have. Had the client been hosted with us in the first place, we would have known about the issue straight away and it would be resolved in hours.

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"Tech freelancers and contractors in the UK are being negatively impacted by IR35 reform and the US market offers more opportunity that the UK currently. This is why Gigged.AI announced that US companies can now hire UK freelancers on the Gigged.AI platform. This means US companies can tap into UK tech talent as a nearshore resource for skills like AI Engineering, UX Design and Data Science." New blog post on IR35 reform and how UK freelancers are being affected in the comments: #ir35 #ukopportunities

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