A candid look at the real, often unspoken reasons engineers become managers, challenging the typical 'selfless' narratives.
A developer explains why they left a job due to stagnation, outdated tech, and lack of growth, critiquing high turnover as a company failure.
The article discusses the transformative impact of Continuous Delivery on software development, highlighting its benefits for speed, quality, and team well-being.
An article exploring the concept of 'yak shaving' in software engineering, encouraging engineers to tackle complex, nested problems methodically.
A software engineer shares four techniques to improve skills beyond learning new frameworks, focusing on problem-solving and impact.
A critical analysis of pkg.go.dev's engineering flaws, its centralized design, and Google's approach to open source and privacy in the Go ecosystem.
A graduate's detailed FAQ about Georgia Tech's Online Master's in Computer Science (OMSCS), covering costs, admissions, courses, and career impact.
Reflections on the 10-year impact of the 'Continuous Delivery' book and the core principles of the software engineering practice.
A software engineer's CV detailing 16+ years of experience, technical skills, and career history in web and software development.
A software developer shares his unconventional career path of securing jobs without traditional interviews, focusing on networking and skill demonstration.
Explains the key differences between front-end and back-end development, including their roles, tools, and how modern practices have evolved.
Examines racial discrimination in tech hiring, revealing minority applicants face significantly higher barriers to employment.
A tech professional offers free mentoring for underrepresented individuals starting careers in front-end development and tech.
Explores the career choice between being a technology generalist or specialist, analyzing the pros and cons of each path in the evolving tech industry.
A developer shares their experience leading a new web project using F# and recommends key books for software development and team management.
Explores the 'IKEA Effect' cognitive bias in software development, where excessive attachment to one's own code can hinder progress and better solutions.
A discussion on the importance of balancing practical tool learning with theoretical computer science concepts for web developers.
Explores the true qualities of a Senior Developer beyond years of experience, focusing on experience, leadership, mentorship, and technical ability.
A software engineer argues that tech workers are morally complicit in their employers' harmful actions and have an obligation to leave unethical companies.
Tips for intentionally building your career and personal brand to gain job security, confidence, and career flexibility.
