Programming in the Age of AI
A briefing on the economic and policy implications of AI-driven declines in programming costs, and what cheaper software may mean for institutions, procurement, and capability.
What I do
I help organisations think clearly about data, build better analytical workflows, and understand the broader implications of falling software costs and AI-enabled productivity.
- Data analysis, modelling & reporting
- Database design, SQL & systems architecture
- Training for analysts and policy teams
- Briefings and talks on AI, software and policy
Talks & workshops
Relational Thinking for Analysts
Practical SQL and data thinking for analysts and policy teams: sets, joins, aggregation, window functions, and how to reason about structured data properly.
Available as an introductory briefing or a longer workshop.
Data systems & analytical workflows
Advisory support on data architecture, reporting structures, database design, and the practical use of data within complex organisations.
Selected interests
- The economics of AI and software productivity
- Data systems for policy, analysis and decision support
- Relational thinking, SQL and analytical training
- Institutional design, open source and public capability
Background
I have worked in software, data and analysis for many years, including earlier work as an analyst at DFAT. My academic background includes computer science, mathematics, economics and philosophy. I am now based in Canberra.
Contact
I’m available for short advisory engagements, workshops, briefings, and conversations about data, policy, and software.