Finally Reached Knight Level on Leetcode 🥳 After months of consistent practice and perseverance, I am thrilled to share that I have finally reached Knight Level on Leetcode! This journey has been both challenging and rewarding, and I wanted to take a moment to reflect on my experiences, the …
Continue ReadingHow Can I Extract Maximum Value From A Mentor? Finding a mentor can be a game-changing experience in your career, especially in the fast-evolving tech industry. Recently, I was fortunate enough to connect with a highly respected senior developer who agreed to have weekly sync-ups with me. This …
Continue ReadingHow Do You Estimate? A Comprehensive Guide to Estimation in Software Development Estimating the time and resources required for software projects is one of the most challenging aspects of being a developer. It’s a common struggle in the industry, with many professionals admitting that …
Continue ReadingHow to Expand Recruitment Agency Reach: Strategies and Insights Hello everyone! Thanks for joining me as I dive into the topic of expanding a recruitment agency’s reach, especially from the perspective of someone new to the industry. Recently, I had an interesting conversation with the CEO of …
Continue ReadingHow to Get Enterprise Software Licenses as a Solo Dev As a solo developer, you may find yourself in a unique position when it comes to accessing enterprise-level tools and software solutions. Many products, especially those designed for larger teams or enterprises, often come with hefty price tags …
Continue ReadingI Was Wrong About GraphQL Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of web development, technologies often gain and lose favor based on their perceived advantages and pitfalls. Recently, I found myself reflecting on my previous stance regarding GraphQL—a query language for APIs that has gained …
Continue ReadingIt Is Difficult to Get a Man to Understand Something When His Salary Depends Upon His Not Understanding It The quote, “It is difficult to get a man to understand something when his salary depends upon his not understanding it,” resonates profoundly within the realms of government …
Continue ReadingEfficient Partial Key Map: Exploring Data Structures for Flexible Lookups Introduction In the realm of data structures, the ability to efficiently retrieve values based on partial keys is a challenge that many developers and computer scientists face. This need arises in various applications, from …
Continue ReadingLooking for the Best Resources to Study Data Structures and Algorithms Hello, fellow programmers! If you’re like many of us who have been coding for a while, you may find yourself eager to deepen your understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA). This fundamental area of computer science is …
Continue ReadingEnhancing 1:1 Meetings with Agendaful: A New Slack App Hi, Engineering Leaders! As a software engineer with nearly two decades of experience, I’m excited to introduce you to Agendaful, a Slack app designed specifically for creating collaborative 1:1 meeting agendas. After months of …
Continue ReadingNewsletter for Engineering Managers: Curated Recommendations Hi Folks! As engineering managers, we often find ourselves navigating the complexities of leadership, team dynamics, and technical challenges. One great way to stay informed and inspired is through newsletters that focus on the managerial …
Continue ReadingQuestion about Hex and Bytes: Reflections on Technical Interviews Today, I want to share my recent experience with a tech phone screen for a position at a mobile advertising company. While I’m not here to bash the interview process or the company itself, I felt that the question posed to me could …
Continue ReadingRecent Psychology Grad Seeking HR, Recruiting, or Marketing Erasmus+ Internships in Europe—Any Tips or Connections? Hello everyone! 👋 I’m excited to share that I’m a recent psychology graduate, and I’ve been granted an Erasmus+ internship opportunity with a grant! 🎉 This is a thrilling step …
Continue ReadingRemote Hiring Guide Hey recruiters, As the demand for remote work continues to rise, the challenge of finding and hiring remote talent has become increasingly significant. This post aims to compile the best practices and strategies for effectively recruiting remote employees. Whether you’re an …
Continue ReadingSeeking Advice: Learning During Job Search Hello, fellow tech enthusiasts! As many in the industry know, the journey of a tech professional can come with unexpected twists and turns. Recently, I found myself navigating one such twist after being part of a layoff. After spending three transformative …
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