The Dev-Marketer Log.
A collection of thoughts on bridging the gap between performance marketing and software engineering in the age of AI.
B2B Lead Generation Strategies That Actually Work in 2026
Inbound vs. outbound economics, lead magnets that convert, LinkedIn, paid ads CPL benchmarks, lead scoring, and a 30-day B2B lead generation quick-start plan.
Google Ads Consultant: Real Costs + 7 Red Flags Before You Hire
Google Ads consultant costs $1,500-$5,000/mo or 10-15% of spend. 7 red flags to watch for, agency vs consultant comparison, and 12 questions before hiring.
Best AI Assistants in 2026: Top 5 Compared
Best AI assistants compared: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, and Perplexity. Which wins for writing, research, coding, and daily tasks.
Gemini vs ChatGPT (2026): 10 Tasks Tested, Clear Winner
Gemini Advanced vs ChatGPT Plus tested on 10 real marketing tasks. Side-by-side results, pricing ($20/mo each), and when to use which one.
Best AI Tools for Marketing in 2026 (Organized by Use Case)
The best AI tools for marketing in 2026, organized by use case, with pricing tiers, honest time-saving assessments, and a budget stack for every team size.
Free SEO Tools Like Ahrefs: Best Picks 2026
Free Ahrefs alternatives: what each tool covers, exact free tier limits, and how to build a free SEO stack that replaces 80% of Ahrefs.
Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) Guide 2026
Answer engine optimization explained: how AI search engines select sources, which formats get cited, and how to optimize for ChatGPT and Perplexity.
Best Enterprise SEO Tools in 2026 Compared
Enterprise SEO tools compared: BrightEdge, Conductor, Semrush, Ahrefs Enterprise. Pricing, team features, and honest limitations.
Best Keyword Planner Tools in 2026: Free and Paid Compared
Best keyword planner tools compared: Ahrefs, Semrush, Moz, and free alternatives. Accurate volume data, real pricing, and budget fit.
Best CRM for Small Business (2026): 7 Tools Compared, Free to $99/Mo
HubSpot Free, Pipedrive $14/mo, Zoho $14/mo, Folk $20/mo tested side-by-side. Real setup time for teams of 1-50, not enterprise-grade reviews.
Rank Tracker Alternatives 2026: 7 Cheaper SERPWatcher Options
Looking for a rank tracker alternative? Compare SE Ranking, AccuRanker, Wincher, SERPWatcher and Google Search Console by price, accuracy and daily updates.
Constant Contact vs Mailchimp (2026) Compared
Constant Contact vs Mailchimp compared: pricing at different list sizes, deliverability, templates, automation, and which one to pick for your use case.
Best SEO Tools for Beginners in 2026 (Free and Paid)
The best SEO tools for beginners in 2026: free starter stack, when to go paid, learning curve ratings, and a clear budget progression from $0 to $100/mo.
