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AI Image Editing with Gemini: The Reality, The Wall, and the Power of the Hypothetical
A true story of a project we undertook right here on this website, and how we overcame frustrating AI limitations.
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We specialise in creating websites and robust web based systems.
We bring innovative solutions to your toughest digital challenges. We’re more than designers and developers — we’re strategic technical problem solvers.
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18a are like extended members of the Magnetic North Travel team. I literally can’t imagine business life without them. Always professional, always creative and on time, just fab. We want them all to ourselves!
Our approach is simple
We are creative and capable, we’re emotionally invested in our clients’ success, and we’re really nice people to work with.
The result? Cost-effective web development, pragmatic strategy, rapid business progression, and relationships that last for decades.
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Our clients
We really value our relationships with our clients, so we asked a few of them how they found working with us. As we hoped, they said we’re great at what we do and a pleasure to work with. But they also talked a lot about trust and integrity.
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Everyone we work with has a few things in common…
Whether they’re a charity, a digital product start up, a global organisation or a household brand, the individuals we work with are truly invested in their organisations’ success, with an eye on the bigger picture, one foot on the ground, and a passion for progress. If this sounds like you, we could be a perfect match.
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The original purpose of the Internet was for the sharing of scientific papers around the world. We still wholeheartedly believe in sharing useful information around the web, and so regularly publish guides and advice in our weekly Talking Web newsletter, here, and on socials.
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What is an LLMS.txt file and why do you need one?
An LLMS.txt file is a simple, human-readable text representation of your website’s structured data which lets LLMs understand your company information.
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