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    <title>Rob Montero</title>
    <link>https://rob.cr</link>
    <description>I’m a dynamic and strategic leader with over 25 years of experience in the tech industry and multiple domains such as healthcare, higher education, and consumer goods. I excel at leading cross-functional teams to develop robust, high-performance web and mobile applications. My extensive technical expertise spans both back end and front end development, with a strong focus on CMS, data migration, API development, and modern JavaScript frameworks.</description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Shipping Small, Powerful Tools 10x Faster in the Age of AI]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/spider</link>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A look at Spider, a lightweight spider graph generator built for speed, scale, and AI-native workflows
There has never been a better time to be a software engineer.
With tools like GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, and Antigravity, the ceiling on individual productivity has changed dramatically. A focused engineer with the right tools can now design, prototype, build, test, and ship production-ready utilities at a pace that would have required an entire team just a few years ago.
That reality is exactly what made Spider possible.
You can explore the project here: https://spider.robs.ws/ https://github.com/rmontero/spider/]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[OpenClaw: A Self-Hosted AI Agent Platform That Turns Natural Language Into Real Actions Across Your Systems]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/openclaw</link>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[OpenClaw is a self-hosted AI agent platform that isn’t just a chatbot. It sits on hardware you control, like your laptop, a server, a VPS, even a Raspberry Pi, and lets you interact with real AI agents through the messaging apps you already use (WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Slack, Discord, iMessage, and more). It turns natural language inputs into real actions on your system and across the services you use.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[For the love of AI]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/lovable</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Paqueteri.app is an AI-native PaaS mailroom management platform built using Lovable.dev, Supabase, Cursor, Claude Code, Netlify, Vercel, Make.com, n8n, Firecrawl, Bolt, Grok, and ChatGPT. Designed for residents, clerks, and admins, the system delivers package tracking, QR code verification, OCR-powered check-ins, role-based dashboards, and scalable cloud infrastructure capable of handling millions of package transactions per day. By leveraging AI-driven development tools, Paqueteri.app accelerates deployment, reduces cost, and provides a secure, mobile-first solution for building mailroom automation and property management workflows at scale.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Unlocking Potential: Connecting Talent with Global Opportunities]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/unlocking-potential</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In today’s interconnected world, the quest to bridge talent across borders has never been more crucial. One of my passions, which I have honed over the last 15 years, is connecting skilled professionals from Latin America with opportunities in first-world countries, transforming them into key players in a globalized economy. This journey, however, is not just about providing jobs; it’s about nurturing the talent that can evolve from task-doers into strategic thinkers—professionals who are not only consultants but trusted partners in an increasingly borderless world.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[DBT vs Meltano: Unveiling the Future of Data Transformation and Pipeline Management]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/dbt-vs-meltano</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In the rapidly evolving world of data management, both DBT and Meltano offer compelling solutions for data transformation and pipeline management. The choice between the two ultimately depends on your organization’s specific needs and the complexity of your data stack. By understanding the strengths and capabilities of each tool, you can make an informed decision that aligns with your data strategy and helps you unlock the full potential of your data.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Databricks: Revolutionizing Data Intelligence in the AI Era]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/databricks-revolutionizing-data-intelligence-in-ai</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Whether you are a data scientist looking to build cutting-edge AI models or a business leader seeking to leverage data for competitive advantage, Databricks offers the tools and capabilities needed to thrive in the AI era. Explore the Databricks platform to learn more about how it can transform your organization's data strategy and help you achieve your business goals.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Tugboat: CI/CD + VRT]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/tugboat-continous-integration-continuous-deployment-and-visual-regression-tool</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/tugboat-continous-integration-continuous-deployment-and-visual-regression-tool</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Tugboat is a data-first testing and review environment platform that allows teams to deploy with confidence, leveraging a robust, serverless infrastructure designed to streamline and simplify complex deployments.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Exciting Future of Drupal 11: What to Expect and How to Prepare]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/the-exciting-future-of-drupal-11</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Drupal 11 is set to revolutionize the way we build and manage websites, offering a host of new features and improvements. Prepare adequately and understand the key changes to leverage the full potential of this powerful update. Whether you're looking to enhance performance, improve security, or streamline development, Drupal 11 provides the tools and capabilities to achieve your goals.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Building a Modern Development Stack: A Case Study on Selecting and Integrating Technologies]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/building-a-modern-development-stack</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In today’s fast-paced development environment, selecting the right stack is critical for creating scalable, maintainable, and efficient solutions.

The selection of technologies for this stack involved balancing performance, ease of integration, cost, and control. Each component was chosen for its specific advantages, ensuring a robust and efficient development environment. By leveraging this stack, the team can deliver high-quality software solutions while maintaining flexibility and control over their technology choices.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Right Tool for the Right Job]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/the-right-tool-for-the-right-job</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[My journey from Drupal to Gatsby + Contentful + Netlify, and then to Next.js + Prismic.io + Vercel, exemplifies the importance of choosing the right tool for the right job. Each stack brought unique advantages, and by carefully evaluating my needs and the available options, I was able to build a robust and efficient website that stood the test of time.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Reflections on Wisdom, Leadership, Resilience, and Engineering Principles]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/reflections-on-wisdom-leadership-resilience-and-engineering-principles</link>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[As I celebrated my 43rd birthday on July 14, 2024, I found myself reflecting on the journey that has brought me here. Over the past 25+ years in the tech industry, I've witnessed remarkable transformations and faced countless challenges. These experiences have shaped my understanding of wisdom, leadership, resilience, and engineering principles in profound ways. Here, I share my reflections on these core values that have guided my career and personal growth.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[NextJS Conference June 15, 2021]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/lets-make-the-web.-faster.</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/lets-make-the-web.-faster.</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Next.js Conf is a special event to improve how you develop for the web.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Drupal Camp Costa Rica 2018]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/drupal-camp-costa-rica-2018</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/drupal-camp-costa-rica-2018</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Next time you're looking for great talent, instead of fishing, let's talk about growing our sustainable fish farm ;)]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Drupal 8 Acquia Certification]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/drupal-8-acquia-certification</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/drupal-8-acquia-certification</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[In an effort to stay relevant, I took and passed the three Acquia Certification tests required to earn the Grand Master title.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Web Experience Toolkit your new favorite Drupal distribution]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/web-experience-toolkit-your-new-favorite-drupal-di</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/web-experience-toolkit-your-new-favorite-drupal-di</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[What is Web Experience Toolkit? Well think of it as the Canadian alternative to Open Public.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[How to Create a Custom Block that Embeds Nodes in Drupal 8]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/how-create-custom-block-embeds-nodes-drupal-8</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/how-create-custom-block-embeds-nodes-drupal-8</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This is a journey of epic proportions, not suited for the faint of heart. The other day we were looking for a way to embed a certain entity type and set the view mode, well a node, but it could've been any other entity type.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Achieve Internet: applied technology]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/achieve-internet-applied-technology</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/achieve-internet-applied-technology</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[I love technology. I love keeping up with the latest trends out there and staying as close as possible to the bleeding edge, but how often do you find yourself working on a project that is UX rich and heavy on new technologies. Let's face it a project that needs Parallax, Responsive Web Design, Isotopes, FlexSlide slideshows, jQuery scripts, jCarousel sliders all while maintaining a minimalistic corporate look? Let's just say they don't just fall on your lap all that often.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[HOW-TO: Create a global git ignore file]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-create-a-global-git-ignore-file</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-create-a-global-git-ignore-file</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[If you work on web projects day in and day out, you might want to make sure pesky cruft files don't get accidentally commited when you push code upstream.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Using an SSH Agent on Mac OS X]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/using-an-ssh-agent-on-mac-os-x</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/using-an-ssh-agent-on-mac-os-x</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The SSH agent allows a user to enter their passphrase(s) for unlocking various SSH keys once at the start of a session to unlock the keys and from then on for the duration of the session the user no longer has to enter the passphrase.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[HOW-TO Set up Drush on a GoDaddy shared hosting plan]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-set-up-drush-on-a-godaddy-shared-hosting-pl</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-set-up-drush-on-a-godaddy-shared-hosting-pl</guid>
      <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Let me start by saying if you know what Drupal and Drush are, then you know this won't work unless you have SSH access to your box.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Drupal Theme Showdown: Bootstrap vs Foundation]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/drupal-theme-showdown-bootstrap-vs-foundation</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[One of the great things about going to camps is getting exposed to new technologies and to what the others are using. I have never been to a camp where I don't walk away with some new tool for my toolbelt. Whether it's perfomance, coding, front end or backend tips and tricks, there is always something new to be learned at camps, which is why I am always motivated to go.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[HOW-TO: Setup XAMPP to use VirtualDocumentRoot in Mac OS X]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-setup-xampp-to-use-virtualdocumentroot-in-mac-os-x</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-setup-xampp-to-use-virtualdocumentroot-in-mac-os-x</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Quick how-to to remind you how to spin up a local XAMPP environment]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[HOW-TO check your code before committing it so you look like the pro you are]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-check-your-code-before-committing-it-so-you</link>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[If you are already using PHP_CodeSniffer to identify coding standards problems in your code, you know that fixing them by hand is tedious, especially on large projects. Well now, thanks to Fabien Potencier, creator of the Symfony framework we don't have to fix those problems by hand. PHP Coding Standards Fixer is a tool that does the job for you.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[HOW-TO tweak you php.ini on GoDaddy.com]]></title>
      <link>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-tweak-you-php.ini-on-godaddy.com</link>
      <guid>https://rob.cr/articles/how-to-tweak-you-php.ini-on-godaddy.com</guid>
      <pubDate>Sat, 16 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A brief how-to, this is probably dated and no longer applies.]]></description>
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