A guide for engineering leaders on managing software sprawl by creating a 'Golden Path' of supported tools without sacrificing developer autonomy.
Explores how cultivating gratitude and a positive attitude can improve problem-solving and outcomes for software developers.
A Developer Advocate discusses the challenges and ethical considerations of promoting accessibility in software development.
Tips for submitting a successful conference talk proposal (CfP), based on experience from both a speaker and program committee member.
Explores why skilled developers write poor unit tests by misapplying production code principles, arguing test code should prioritize clarity over abstraction.
Applying Stephen King's writing advice from 'On Writing' to software development, focusing on reading code and deliberate practice.
A panel discussion exploring whether Agile methodologies can be effectively applied to data science projects, featuring insights from industry experts.
A recommendation for Christopher Pitt's personal programming blog, assertchris.io, highlighting his writing and content.
Stack Overflow co-founder reflects on its 10-year impact as a vital resource for programmers and discusses future challenges.
Advice for companies on maximizing programmer productivity by providing proper hardware, tools, and a creative work environment.
A developer shares a personal anecdote about a missed job opportunity to discuss the critical role of timing in the tech job search process.
Argues for shifting programming language research focus from finished programs to the interactive process of programming itself.
Explores how software developers can apply Leonardo da Vinci's principles of cross-disciplinary learning, hands-on practice, and collaboration to enhance their craft.
Introduction to a YouTube series exploring the concepts and best practices from the book 'Effective Java, Third Edition'.
A critique of the growing disconnect between marketing hype and technical reality in the IT industry, focusing on buzzwords and misinformation.
A developer's cautionary tale about building an MVP too late, using a recipe ingredient parsing service as a case study.
A developer reflects on their open source career, from learning C++ and Qt to becoming an engineering manager, emphasizing community and passion over money.
A guide on applying the 'focusing question' technique to identify the most valuable code refactoring tasks that will simplify current project work.
A software developer shares their personal approach and evolving philosophy for conducting technical interviews, focusing on preparation, reducing candidate stress, and assessing practical skills.
A software developer shares his detailed daily routine and strategies for managing a high volume of work, family, and community responsibilities.
