Setting Up a Contract Staffing Company in the US - Need Guidance Hi everyone, If you’re contemplating starting a Contract Staffing company in the United States, you’re not alone. The staffing industry is vibrant and offers numerous opportunities, but it requires a solid understanding of …
Continue ReadingSourcing vs Recruiting: Understanding the Distinction In the world of talent acquisition, there is a common misconception that sourcing and recruiting are interchangeable terms. This misunderstanding can lead to inefficiencies in the hiring process and ultimately impact an organization’s …
Continue ReadingSystem Design Interviews: Navigating the Challenges with Confidence System design interviews can often feel like a daunting challenge for engineers, especially for those who are relatively inexperienced. The pressure to come up with an elegant solution in a limited timeframe can be overwhelming. …
Continue ReadingThe Question I Ask Every New Report In my years of experience managing tech teams, one of the most pivotal moments in establishing a productive relationship with a new report is our very first conversation. While many leaders might focus on the past experiences of their new team members, I have …
Continue ReadingTools to Get Personal Emails for Candidates from LinkedIn URLs In the competitive landscape of tech recruitment, finding the right candidates is only half the battle. Once you’ve identified your ideal prospects on LinkedIn, the next challenge is reaching out to them effectively. With a growing …
Continue ReadingWe Are Hosting Free Sessions to Help You Crack MAANG In today’s competitive job market, particularly in the tech industry, acing interviews at top-tier companies—commonly referred to as MAANG (Meta, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, Google)—can be a daunting task. To assist aspiring candidates in …
Continue ReadingWhat Data Structures and Algorithms Should I Revise for My Interview? Introduction Preparing for a technical interview can be daunting, especially when it comes to data structures and algorithms (DSA). If you have an interview lined up, such as for a Python Backend role at Deloitte, it’s …
Continue ReadingThe Perils of Optimization: When Readability Takes a Backseat In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, the balance between code performance and readability is a contentious topic. As developers, we often find ourselves at a crossroads when faced with the need to optimize code. In …
Continue ReadingYour Priorities When Writing Code: Finding Balance in the Enterprise Context TL;DR Understanding your priorities while writing code is crucial, especially in an enterprise context. Your focus may shift depending on the project requirements and team dynamics, but clarity on what truly matters can …
Continue ReadingAfter Solving LeetCode Questions, I Forget Them As many of us dive into the world of competitive programming and algorithmic challenges, we often encounter a familiar dilemma: after diligently solving a LeetCode problem, the solutions seem to fade from memory within weeks. Despite the time and …
Continue ReadingNavigating Job Postings and Referrals in the USA: A Guide for International Students Hello everyone, If you’re an international student with experience in software development, you may find the job application process in the USA to be both challenging and exhausting. With over three years of …
Continue ReadingNavigating Difficult Relationships with Product Managers: A Developer’s Perspective In many technical teams, the relationship between developers and product managers (PMs) can significantly influence the overall productivity and morale of the group. Recently, a situation arose within a …
Continue ReadingNavigating the Challenges of Structuring an EM Book Hey everyone, I recently published a post detailing my struggles with structuring the engineering management book I’m currently working on. If you find this topic intriguing or relatable, I invite you to check it out here. The Dilemma of Structure …
Continue ReadingBe Careful with the Blameless Culture Blameless culture sounds fantastic on paper—who wouldn’t want a workplace where mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities rather than witch hunts? However, this noble idea can easily backfire if not implemented carefully. The Pitfall of Avoidance One major …
Continue ReadingCan You Please Help Me with My Decision to Start Reading the Book DDIA by Martin Kleppmann Hello folks, As I navigate my career in tech, I find myself at a crossroads, pondering a transition from my current role managing infrastructure with Opensearch to a more development-focused position, …
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