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November 27, 2025

First AI Test Drive with the Framework Desktop

For those of us experimenting with local Large Language Models (LLMs), the hardware ceiling is almost always defined by video memory. My current workstations, equipped with a 3060 Ti (8GB) and a 5070 Ti OC (16GB), are excellent for daily tasks and gaming, but they hit a hard wall when attempting to load anything beyond… Continue reading

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August 23, 2025

Unlocking Large Language Models at Home

Large language models have traditionally been something you associate with data centers packed full of GPUs. Models with over 100 billion parameters usually seem far beyond the reach of a home PC, even a well-equipped “gaming” PC. Having enough memory to load such a model being probably the largest roadblock. Thankfully, between my professional work… Continue reading

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I’m a lifelong learner and passionate hobbyist with over 25 years of experience building and managing IT infrastructure—both professionally and for personal projects. My expertise spans Linux systems, servers, networks, storage, security, databases, and even some software development. I take pride in being a well-rounded technologist who enjoys solving complex problems and exploring new technologies.

I grew up in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, but when my career plateaued and I craved new challenges, a friend told me, “If you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere.” Inspired, I moved to New York on January 1, 2005. That leap of faith took me from being a Linux-focused IT Infrastructure engineer to becoming the Chief Technology Officer of a medium sized company. I have since stepped away from the CTO role and have settled into a full-time consultant role.

Today, I’m diving into the world of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning—not just because it represents a paradigm shift in technology, but because of the immense opportunities and, more importantly, the challenges it presents. I’m excited to be part of this next frontier.

I was recently asked where the name The Tech Djinn came from. Back in the mid-90s. I was playing old Telnet MUD (Multi-User Dungeon) game called MajorMUD. I had created a Druid character and named him Djinn which is an intelligent spirit of lower rank than Angels. Basically, a genie. A few years later, I needed a username for site or service and as I was fond of the term Djinn and worked in the tech industry. I sewed them together and the name The Tech Djinn was created.

gpt-oss-120b

First AI Test Drive with the Framework Desktop

Unlocking Large Language Models at Home

Work in Progress...