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How we automated our newsletter link curation with n8n, Python and AI

Aug 6, 2025 6 min read

Manual link curation was eating up days of our teammate's time every week. I fixed it with n8n, Python, and AI, turning a multi-day slog into a 30-second automated workflow. Here's how we built a system that scans Slack channels, scrapes websites, and generates witty one-liners with emojis for our weekly newsletter.

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How to choose a platform for your mobile app

Jul 6, 2020 5 min read

Stuck deciding between native, React Native, PWA, or no-code for your mobile app? Having guided numerous clients through this decision at Input Logic, I'll break down the four major options with real pros and cons. Skip the analysis paralysis and get a clear picture of which platform actually makes sense for your app.

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After a year of using NodeJS in production

Nov 1, 2017 5 min read

After diving into Node.js a year ago due to Python frustrations, here's the real-world experience report. From building CLI tools to client projects, I've learned what Node does brilliantly and where it falls short. Spoiler alert: it's not all sunshine and rainbows, but it's been one hell of a ride.

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