The author argues that programming language syntax is critically important for code readability and developer productivity, using Go and Scheme as examples.
Explores why enterprise software development struggles to connect with consumers, contrasting it with the agile, user-driven approach of startups.
Explores Paul Graham's concept of the conflicting time management needs of makers (developers) and managers in the workplace.
A developer reflects on learning a better way to peel a banana from monkeys, drawing a parallel to the importance of questioning and improving software development techniques.
Author announces being awarded the 2009 Microsoft MVP Award for ASP.NET, recognizing community contributions.
Announcing the formation of a new community-operated hackerspace in Tokyo for makers, artists, and software developers to collaborate on projects.
A programmer warns about the risks of copying unverified code snippets from the web and shares a personal example with a C# WinForms solution.
Announces the release of Hera 0.4, a Spring-based plugin library, adding plugin ordering via Spring's @Order and Ordered interface.
A defense of JavaScript developers against elitism from other programmers, highlighting the language's unique complexities and challenges.
A developer shares experiences from the Maven and Lucene meetups at ApacheCon, discussing tools, plugins, and large-scale Solr usage.
A reflection on a SXSW panel about developer passion and the importance of continuous skill improvement in tech careers.
A developer's anticipation and plans for attending the Java Posse Roundup 2009, an unconference focused on Java and geek activities.
A developer's preview of attending the Devoxx conference, including plans to present on the Hades project and share daily updates.
A guide on setting up and running the Django test suite for development and patch testing.
A discussion on the risks and benefits of using Django's undocumented internal APIs, with advice on managing compatibility.
A programmer reflects on how coding shapes problem-solving skills and offers a unique perspective on understanding complex systems, using analogies from programming.
A Microsoft intern shares highlights from their summer, including team work, access to software builds, and meeting tech legends.
A critique of traditional 'business requirements' gathering in software development, arguing it's an ineffective approach for building products.
Analyzes Facebook's platform evolution, focusing on user engagement, app quality, and the need for better third-party integration tools.
A brief look at the history of programming languages, highlighting the convergence of OO and functional paradigms over time.
