A tech startup in Mongolia translated the author's software engineering book, leading to a visit and insights into the local tech scene.
A software engineer's reflection on managing priorities and technical debt in a fast-growing company, comparing it to spinning plates.
A critique of French tech's risk-averse culture, arguing that focusing on local compliance over global innovation hinders its competitiveness.
Mergify's CEO shares their hiring philosophy for a startup, focusing on mindset, autonomy, and adaptability over just technical skills.
A critique of Paul Graham's 'founder mode' concept, analyzing leadership advice and the mythmaking around tech founders.
Analyzes Paul Graham's 'Founder Mode' concept, exploring how founders maintain vision and avoid management pitfalls through writing-intensive culture.
A VP of Engineering at a startup debates the necessity of engineering managers with a CEO who views them as unnecessary overhead, exploring arguments for their role.
Honeycomb's CEO discusses the company's 'boring technology culture' philosophy, distinguishing between formal organizational structure and informal team dynamics.
Discusses the importance of product-minded engineers in startups, their traits, and the challenge of cultivating this mindset in the tech industry.
A guide to scaling a Developer Relations program by fostering a DevRel culture across the company, leveraging existing team members.
Reflects on the end of Moore's Law and the passion-driven era of garage computer builders, drawing parallels to modern tech culture.
A developer reflects on shifting from chasing tech trends to focusing on delivering customer value and work-life balance.
An inside look at Heroku's engineering hiring philosophy and process, focusing on cultural fit and practical skills over rigid steps.
Analyzes the startup culture gap between Boston and Silicon Valley, focusing on entrepreneurial density and university influence.
A critique of common pitfalls that hinder success in Silicon Valley's tech startup scene, focusing on mindset and behavior.
A comparison of the work culture and required mindset for individuals in large tech corporations versus startups in Silicon Valley.
