The Steeped Journal

Notes from the workshop.

Short, opinionated pieces on custom AI apps, small-business software, fair pricing, and why the best tools still feel handmade. Written by the people who build them.

ToolsApril 11, 2026·6 min read

What is the best free AI resume reviewer in 2026?

The best free AI resume reviewer in 2026 is one that gives you specific, actionable feedback — not just a score. Here's how the top options compare, and which one is worth your time.

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ProductivityApril 11, 2026·5 min read

How do you turn meeting notes into action items with AI?

The fastest way to turn meeting notes into action items is to feed them to a specialized AI tool that extracts tasks, assigns owners, and sets deadlines — in seconds, not hours.

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Founder's NoteApril 5, 2026·4 min read

Why I started Steeped Digital: a founder's note

I didn't start Steeped Digital with a pitch deck. I started it with a scheduling app for a friend who couldn't afford one, a clock-in tool for a family member, and a resume roaster I built for my kids.

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PricingApril 8, 2026·7 min read

How much does it cost to build a custom AI app in 2026?

If you've asked three agencies and gotten three wildly different numbers, you're not losing your mind. Here's why, and what a fair price actually looks like.

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StrategyApril 7, 2026·6 min read

An AI app for small business: what to actually build first

The first AI app you build for your business should not be impressive. It should be boring, specific, and save one person exactly two hours a week. That's how you win.

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ProcessApril 5, 2026·8 min read

How to build an AI app in a week (the realistic playbook)

Everyone says 'move fast.' Very few people explain what that actually looks like on a Tuesday morning. Here's the literal schedule we follow.

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