Start with what matters, then keep it simple
If something feels too complex, I simplify it until it is useful.
Michael W. Danko | Charlotte, NC
Hi, I’m Mike.
Currently in: figure-it-out mode
I like jumping into complex projects and taking them over the finish line.
How I Approach Things
This applies to work, projects, and pretty much everything else.
Test, learn, adjust
I try things quickly, keep what works, and drop what does not.
Follow through
I care about finishing strong, not just having a good start.
What I’m Building
I recently shipped Tether, an app focused on staying connected with people who matter. I am also publishing notes on local AI experiments and what it takes to run useful models on a personal machine.
Featured
Local AI, Real Work
A plain-English whitepaper on running AI models locally, where local models work well, and why agentic workflows are much harder than simple prompt-response demos.
Also building
Tether
Tether helps you keep relationships active with lightweight reminders and a clear view of who you have not reached out to in a while.