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Rick Vargas @rickvargasdev

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If you are a business owner, inventor, creator, or leader... What would you like to be remembered for? #shopify #Leadership #TechEntrepreneur #businessowner
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Katherine Johnson was a key part of NASA as a mathematician whose trajectory analyses were critical to the success of early US crewed space missions. What ideas have you had that you'd like to bring to reality? #shopify #entrepreneurship #softwareasaservice #NASA
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What's the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the words "I'm going to buy something online"? It's probably Amazon, right? Jeff Bezos was obsessed with customer needs and service. How can you apply this to your store? #entrepreneurship #shopify #ecommerce #amazon
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Einstein changed physics forever, he used to sit for hours just meditating and just letting his mind wander. Nobody cares if you use big and complex words. Actually it's the opposite. #SystemsThinking #FounderLeadership #StrategicExecution #LongTermBuilders #Entrepreneurship
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On December 17, 1903. The Wright Brothers changed humanity forever. Today's quote can be translated to: if you don't know what you're doing, even with the greatest AI, your chances of crashing and burning are pretty high. #entrepreneur #ai #pilot #businessowner #ohio
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Inventor quote of the day from Nikola Tesla, one of the greatest inventors and engineers the world has ever seen: ➡️ "A new idea must not be judged by its immediate results." How do you know when an idea is good or bad? #saas #techfounders #entrepreneurship #businessideas
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Batman didn't build his equipment from scratch. He bootstrapped his mission by reusing and repurposing the tools he already had. What do you have at your disposal to build your next project faster? #softwareengineering #SaaS #Shopify #WebDesign #leadership
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Not even Iron Man waits until his armor is ready for battle... Don't wait to have every single detail of your website, e-commerce store, or software project ready before launching. Waiting is an advantage for your competitors... DEPLOY! #leadership #SoftwareEngineering
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When Marie Curie began studying radioactivity, there was no blueprint. The same is true in business. Don’t over-engineer before you understand. Ship the idea. Test it. Measure it. Stress it. Refine it. Systems are not imagined. They are created through iteration.
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People think innovation is about adding things, but it isn't. Real innovation is about removing what doesn't belong. Take your time to stop for a while and think deeply. #Startups #Product #Execution #Founders #BuildInPublic #Systems #Craftsmanship
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Paul King@paulk_asert
21 Sep 2025
Updated slides for my talk on why to use @ApacheGroovy in 2025: speakerdeck.com/paulk/groovy… #groovylang #communityovercode @TheASF

Why use Groovy today?

Groovy is perhaps best known for filling gaps and removing pain points for Java developers. But it also added some of its own features and was also insp…

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Paul King@paulk_asert
24 Aug 2025
Version 5.0.0 of @ApacheGroovy is available for download with 600 fixes and improvements since Groovy 4! Thanks to all involved! We are excited to bring you the best version yet to run Groovy on JDKs 11-25! groovy.apache.org/download.h… groovy-lang.org/releasenotes… #groovylang @TheASF
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The Apache Grails Framework@grailsframework
11 Aug 2025
We are pleased to announce the release of @grailsframework 7.0.0-RC1. Please help evaluate this release candidate. grails.apache.org/blog/2025-…
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Should your business have its version of DOGE? #elonmusk #doge #ecommerce #shopify #engineeringmanager #techceo #techbros #saas #softwareasaservice #cto #ceo #businessowner
Elon Musk is looking to reduce waste and inefficiencies inside the US Government with DOGE. Should your company do the same?

ALT Elon Musk is looking to reduce waste and inefficiencies inside the US Government with DOGE. Should your company do the same?
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Visual Hierarchy: Use design elements to guide users’ attention strategically. Larger fonts, contrasting colors, and strategic placement of CTAs help direct users where you want them to focus, improving engagement. #entrepreneur #ukbusiness #uksmallbusiness #smallbusinessowneruk
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FOMO (Fear of Missing Out): Use language and visuals that evoke a fear of missing out on a deal or experience, such as “Join thousands of happy customers” or “Limited-time offer!” #entrepreneur #ukbusiness #uksmallbusiness #smallbusinessowneruk #businessuk #businessowneruk
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Anchoring: Present a high-priced item first before showcasing the desired product. The initial price serves as an anchor, making the next option seem more reasonable and encouraging users to buy. #entrepreneur #ukbusiness #uksmallbusiness #smallbusinessowneruk #businessuk
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Authority: Display credentials, awards, or endorsements from trusted figures or organizations in your industry. This enhances credibility and can lead users to trust your offerings more. #entrepreneur #ukbusiness #uksmallbusiness #smallbusinessowneruk #businessuk #businessowneruk
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Reciprocity: Offer something valuable for free, such as an eBook, trial, or discount. When users receive something, they may feel compelled to give something back, like making a purchase. #entrepreneur #ukbusiness #uksmallbusiness #smallbusinessowneruk #businessuk
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Social Proof: Showcase testimonials, reviews, or user-generated content to build trust. Highlighting that others have benefited from your product or service can influence potential customers to convert. #entrepreneur #ukbusiness #uksmallbusiness #smallbusinessowneruk #businessuk
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