Podcast appearances and mentions of tim dietrich

AI has the potential to dramatically expand what data scientists can do. But used without care, it also has the potential to quietly erode the expertise that makes them valuable in the first place.In this Value Boost episode, Tim Dietrich joins Dr Genevieve Hayes to explore how to stay on the right side of that line and what mindful AI use actually looks like in practice.In this episode, you'll discover:Why looking for problems to solve with AI is a warning sign [02:05]What happens when you use AI before you have the expertise to direct it [05:51]Why your AI interactions should be conversations rather than one-way requests [06:54]How to use AI to become a better thinker not just a faster worker [08:40]Guest BioTim Dietrich is an independent software developer with over 25 years' experience building business software for organisations ranging from startups to Fortune 50 companies, including Siemens and the Library of Congress. Recently, he has become known for building a virtual team of AI specialists that allows him to operate with the output and breadth of a small firm, while remaining a team of one.LinksConnect with Tim on LinkedInTim's websiteConnect with Genevieve on LinkedInBe among the first to hear about the release of each new podcast episode by signing up HERE

The question haunting every data scientist right now isn't whether AI will change their work, it's whether there will still be a place for them when it does. The answer, according to Tim Dietrich, isn't to compete with AI but to do something far more interesting with it - in his case, building a virtual team of over 100 AI specialists to dramatically expand what he is able to achieve.In this episode, Tim joins Dr Genevieve Hayes to share the principles and practicalities behind building a virtual AI team, and what data scientists can learn from his experience.In this episode, you'll discover:How Tim went from being the "world's most negative person on AI" to building a virtual team of over 100 specialists [03:08]What a virtual team of AI specialists can do that a human team can't [06:11]How to build your first AI agent and what to delegate to it [14:19]Why the human in the middle is still the most important person on the team [17:11]Guest BioTim Dietrich is an independent software developer with over 25 years' experience building business software for organisations ranging from startups to Fortune 50 companies, including Siemens and the Library of Congress. Recently, he has become known for building a virtual team of AI specialists that allows him to operate with the output and breadth of a small firm, while remaining a team of one.LinksConnect with Tim on LinkedInTim's websiteConnect with Genevieve on LinkedInBe among the first to hear about the release of each new podcast episode by signing up HERE

(NOTE: this ep was recorded in October 2025, but I didn't get around to publishing it until March 2026. It was WILD listening to the AI portions of the conversation five months later - post OpenClaw.)Old friend and self-described “workaholic” developer Tim Dietrich joined me on Ditching Hourly to share his journey from FileMaker freelancer to the undisputed SuiteQL expert in the NetSuite ecosystem — a niche so specific that the platform itself became his marketing engine.We also dig into what happens when AI comes for your platform and how to think about the next wave.Chapters(00:00) - Introduction (00:53) - Tim's Background (03:02) - Early Career and FileMaker Days (06:08) - Transition to NetSuite (16:02) - SuiteQL and SQL Integration (21:00) - Positioning as SuiteQL Expert (30:03) - Managing Demand and Consulting Opportunities (34:39) - Current Client Work and Scaling Back (36:01) - The Rise of AI in NetSuite (50:27) - Comparing to Other Waves and Platforms (01:05:37) - Exploring Monetization Strategies (01:22:31) - Future Trends and Opportunities ----Do you have questions about how to improve your business? Things like:Value pricing your work instead of billing for your time?Positioning yourself as the go-to person in your space?Productizing your services so you never have to have another awkward sales call or spend hours writing another custom proposal?Book a one-on-one coaching call with me and get answers to these questions and others in the time it takes to get ready for work in the morning.Best of all, you're covered by my 100% satisfaction guarantee. If at the end of the call, you don't feel like it was worth it, just say the word, and I'll refund your purchase in full.To book your one-on-one coaching call, go to: https://jonathanstark.com/callI hope to see you there!

In the latest episode of the SuiteScript Stories podcast, I have a conversation with Tim Dietrich about his evolving opinion on generative AI. We discuss: Tim's recent experimentation with the N/llm SuiteScript module how the NetSuite LLM interacts (or doesn't) with account-specific data the power and responsibility of working with LLMs This episode is made possible by the members of the Sustainable SuiteScript community. We are a community of NetSuite admins and developers who help each other build skills, confidence, and professional networks. You can join hundreds of other NetSuite developers who receive regular lessons and ideas directly from me for free by signing up at https://sustainablesuitescript.com/.

Tim Dietrich and Eric Grubaugh invited me to join them on SuiteScript Stories to talk about the pros and cons of a platform specialization, the paradox of positioning, and, of course, the horrors of hourly billing. Tim and Eric were kind enough to let me post the interview here on Ditching Hourly, but if you're a NetSuite developer, you should check out their podcast at https://suitescriptstories.com/ We discuss:Jonathan's and Tim's shared history in the FileMaker Pro spaceJonathan's AHA moment when he realized hourly billing was killing his businessThe misaligned financial incentives created by hourly billingHow specializing in a narrower target market amplifies your opportunitiesThe various forms of specialization: Vertical, Horizontal, PlatformThe obstacles an agency faces when trying to specialize

Jason Evans of SilverShark Media speaks with Tim Dietrich, Assistant General Manager of Kapalua Golf and Tennis.  In this podcast Tim talks about starting his career the tennis and ski industries before shifting to golf, his path that led to Kapalua, why Kapalua underwent a large refinement in 2019, the balance of keeping Kapalua challenging for both amateur and professional golfers, keeping up with changing technology in golf equipment, how golf was one of the early activities allowed during the pandemic, the upcoming 34th annual Clambake Invitational in August, the 2022 Sentry Tournament of Champions in January, and his best tip for people  who are new to the game of golf. 

In this special episode of XojoTalk, the tables are turned as XojoTalk host Paul Lefebvre is interviewed by Tim Dietrich. Download the mp3.   Show…Continue readingXojoTalk 029 – I Went to High School with the Apple File System Guy

Tim Dietrich is a mobile application consultant and the developer evangelist for Airtable. He was formerly a database consultant in the FileMaker space, creating several open source projects for the community. He majored in computer science at Towson University. Tim's first appearance on the Art of Value was episode #28, A Contrary View to Value […] The post A Second Chance at Value Pricing with Tim Dietrich – 073 appeared first on Art Of Value.

Tim Dietrich is a database consultant, specializing in the FileMaker platform. He is the author of FileMaker Pro 13 Absolute Beginner's Guide and creator of FMEasySync, an open source sync framework for FileMaker. Wins & Losses in Value Pricing What is the most important thing you can share about pricing? Tim mentioned my session from FileMaker DevCon 2009 with Jonathan Stark. […] The post A Contrary View of Value Pricing with Tim Dietrich – 028 appeared first on Art Of Value.

Aaron talks to Tim Dietrich about Barley Snyder Attorneys at Law and how being involved in the local communities is a one of their keys to success.

Aaron talks to Tim Dietrich about Barley Snyder Attorneys at Law and how being involved in the local communities is a one of their keys to success.