Recurrent Patterns

Recurrent Patterns is a venture exploring strategies and insights around leading-edge companies, technology and cultural trends. Vaclav engages with leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, authors and others who can share their perspectives in long-form conversations.

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Vaclav Vincalek 6/30/24 Vaclav Vincalek 6/30/24

Who is a CTO?

Is a CTO only supposed to talk tech? Absolutely not. The less CTO talks tech and more talks business, the better it is for everyone.

Vaclav Vincalek 12/31/23 Vaclav Vincalek 12/31/23

Tech to cure your hangover

Facing a fierce hangover after New Year's revelry? From smart hydration bottles to nausea-relieving wristbands, I offer five pieces of tech to ease your recovery.

Vaclav Vincalek 11/5/23 Vaclav Vincalek 11/5/23

Different… or same-same?

OpenAI's new PDF function is putting the squeeze on smaller players. But when your sole competitive advantage lies on a technology you can't control, it's just a countdown before you're swallowed whole.

Vaclav Vincalek 9/24/23 Vaclav Vincalek 9/24/23

Clippy, the dead are walking again

Microsoft's latest unveiling, Microsoft Copilot, is already like reading from The Book of the Dead, where the legendary Clippy is guiding Copilot to the afterlife.

Vaclav Vincalek 8/20/23 Vaclav Vincalek 8/20/23

ChatGPT, the snake oil salesman

ChatGPT: From Circus Monkey to Software Saver? Delving into its Comedic Beginnings and Software Engineering's Perilous Shortcuts

Vaclav Vincalek 1/1/23 Vaclav Vincalek 1/1/23

How tech can save you from a hangover (or help you with your resolutions)

Last year, we uncovered quite a few tools to alleviate your hangovers — from noise canceling headphones to a morning recovery supplement. Let’s take a look at the latest anti-hangover tech.

Vaclav Vincalek 1/2/22 Vaclav Vincalek 1/2/22

How tech can save you from your hangover

Ouch. That hurts, doesn't it? Don’t worry, you are not the only one with a massive hangover. In fact, the average person drinks twice as much during the holiday season as they do any other time of the year.Humans have been drinking since about 7000 BCE. And dealing with hangovers since then, too. A ring dated as far back as Roman times was found at what would be a Byzantine wine factory. But thankfully, we now have much more advanced technology on our side. Rather than an expensive piece of jewelry, here are the best cures for a hangover that science & tech can provide.