Arjun Mehta
Software Development, Developer Tools, Cross-Platform Apps, Desktop Utilities
Senior software engineer with 12 years of experience building cross-platform desktop and mobile apps. Arjun writes about developer tooling, app architecture, and practical coding workflows that ship software faster.
Articles by Arjun Mehta
How to Audit Open Source Licenses in Your Software Stack
Assuming your open source stack is legally clean can cost you dearly, just ask Cisco and VMware. Learn how to audit licenses and avoid costly compliance disputes.
Aug 3, 2026
7 AI Coding Assistant Mistakes That Introduce Security Bugs
AI coding assistants like Copilot and Cursor make you faster, but they quietly introduce security bugs. Here are 7 common mistakes and how to avoid them.
Aug 1, 2026
How to Detect Malicious Code in npm Packages Before Installing
Every npm install invites unknown code into your project. Learn how to detect malicious npm packages, spot the latest supply chain attacks, and vet dependencies before they run.
Jul 31, 2026
How to Turn Windows 11 Into a Real Dev Environment with WSL2
WSL2 turns Windows 11 into a genuine Linux dev environment—no dual-boot, no Cygwin. Learn how to run a full Ubuntu shell and build scripts natively in minutes.
Jul 29, 2026
AI Coding Agents vs IDE Assistants: Which to Trust in 2026
AI coding agents write autonomous pull requests while IDE assistants suggest completions. Learn which to trust in 2026 and how to balance speed with safety on your engineering team.
Jul 27, 2026
How to Vet MCP Servers Before Connecting Them to Your AI
MCP servers give your AI access to your files, databases, and accounts—but that power is dangerous if you connect the wrong one. Learn how to vet MCP servers before trusting them.
Jul 25, 2026
How to Safely Run a Local AI Model with Ollama on Your Desktop
Running a local AI model with Ollama takes just minutes, but doing it safely is another story. Learn how to set up, secure, and get the most from your offline LLM.
Jul 23, 2026
How to Measure Real AI Coding Assistant ROI Beyond Speed
Shipping code faster is only part of the story. Learn how to measure the true ROI of AI coding assistants like GitHub Copilot with metrics that satisfy finance and prove real business value.
Jul 22, 2026
How to Estimate AI Coding Assistant Costs Before They Blow Your Budget
AI coding agents can burn through hundreds in API credits before lunch. Learn how AI coding assistant costs accumulate and how to estimate them before your budget blows up.
Jul 20, 2026
Setting Coding Rules for AI Assistants in Your Dev Workflow
AI coding assistants can wreck a codebase without guardrails. Learn how to set clear coding rules that keep AI-generated code safe, consistent, and production-ready in your dev workflow.
Jul 19, 2026
How to Run Ollama Locally to Keep Your AI Data Private
Cloud AI services log every prompt you send, turning sensitive data into training material. Learn how to run Ollama locally to keep your AI conversations completely private.
Jul 18, 2026
How to Pair AI Assistants With Spreadsheets to Replace Productivity Apps
Cut down on app overload by pairing AI assistants with spreadsheets. Learn how to consolidate task, habit, budget, and CRM tools into one flexible workflow.
Jul 17, 2026