Release of dzBdsLauncher 1.0.17, a tool to help Delphi developers open projects with the correct IDE version, now with Delphi 13 support.
A developer shares lessons on avoiding technical debt by prioritizing planning over coding, using a personal game project as an example.
Release of dzBdsLauncher 1.0.16, a tool for opening Delphi projects with the correct version, fixing a bug for file paths with spaces.
An engineer critiques the misapplication of OKRs in tech teams, arguing for simple, outcome-focused plans over rigid quarterly rituals.
A developer explores the limitations of AI coding assistants like Cursor and ChatGPT, highlighting their 'bias towards helpfulness' compared to human feedback.
A developer shares a method for using AI personas like Product Manager and Architect to improve AI-assisted programming workflows for non-trivial changes.
A software engineer shares strategies for managing cognitive load and improving productivity through documentation, delegation, and focused task completion.
A software engineer discusses strategies for prioritizing and integrating technical cleanup work into the development process, arguing against isolated "technical sprints".
Explains the concept of bikeshedding, where teams focus on trivial details over critical issues, and offers strategies to stay focused.
A developer advises against naming projects too early, sharing a strategy of using temporary code names to let ideas evolve freely.
A tech founder shares how Mergify built a project management approach based on simplicity, ownership, and autonomy, moving beyond rigid Agile dogma.
A developer reflects on the struggle of choosing between finishing old side projects and starting new, exciting ones.
Engineers should focus on understanding the underlying problem behind a task, not just executing it, to avoid creating useless or poorly designed features.
A freelance React developer argues for charging by the hour instead of by project value to handle scope creep and changing requirements.
A critique of modern bug trackers, proposing a 'separation of concerns' principle to better distinguish factual bug records from planning data.
A technical breakdown of the launch process, systems, and architecture behind the release of the Pile-Up Poker game on the Puzzmo platform.
A developer explains why they prefer using simple Makefiles for project automation, citing consistency and ease of use across different technologies.
A review and key takeaways from the classic software engineering book 'The Mythical Man-Month', focusing on Brooks' Law and project management.
A simple, five-step formula for building trust through reliability, clear communication, and consistent action in work and life.
Explores how senior engineers must shift from assigned tasks to self-managing a complex mix of projects, tasks, and priorities.
