The Daily Dose #195 | From Frustrated Estimator To Global Software Force. The MyConstruct Story

What happens when an estimator gets so frustrated with bad systems that he decides to fix the problem himself?In this episode, Az sits down with Jake Barry, the quiet force behind MyConstruct, one of Australia’s most practical and underrated builder management platforms.Jake shares his journey from leaving school at 16 and teaching himself to code, to helping deliver digital systems for organisations like PJ Burns, Master Builders and Stonewood Homes. Along the way, he explains why most construction software misses the mark, how discerning builders properly test platforms, and where AI will actually add value on site and in the office.This is a grounded conversation about solving real problems, cutting through software hype, and building tools that genuinely make construction easier.No fluff. No buzzwords. Just a builder-minded technologist with a long-term view.Try MyConstruct free for 30 days: https://myconstruct.com/signup