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Continue ReadingEngineering Manager Salary: What to Expect in the Midwest As a Data Engineering Manager recently promoted within my company in Indiana, I find myself grappling with an important question: What is a reasonable salary for someone in my position, especially given the regional differences in …
Continue ReadingEngineering Manager’s Dream: Faster PR Reviewers, Managed Cross-Team Requests, Driving Vision, Happier Engineers As engineering managers, we often find ourselves juggling multiple priorities, from managing team dynamics to ensuring project deadlines are met. One of the most common pain points we …
Continue ReadingEngineers Do Not Need to Know “The Customer” or Design Introduction In the evolving landscape of technology and product development, the roles of engineers, product managers, and UX designers have become increasingly intertwined. This blending of responsibilities can lead to confusion, burnout, and …
Continue ReadingHave You Been Affected by Redis License Changes? The recent changes to Redis’s licensing have stirred up conversations in the developer community. As we navigate this evolving landscape, it’s crucial to gather insights and opinions on how these changes impact our projects and future …
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Continue ReadingHow to Reach Out to a Recruiting Agency to Be Added to Their Candidate Pool Navigating the job market can be daunting, and one of the most strategic moves you can make is to connect with a recruiting agency that aligns with your career goals. Whether you’re looking for your next role or …
Continue ReadingHow to Make Your Team Read Your Mind As engineering managers, one of the most daunting challenges we face is ensuring that our teams understand our vision and expectations without us having to spell everything out. The idea of making your team “read your mind” might sound whimsical, but …
Continue ReadingI Made a Mobile App That Tracks Your LeetCode Progress Automatically Hi all! 👋 I’m excited to share with you a project I recently developed: an iOS app designed specifically for LeetCoders who want to track their progress effortlessly! As a fellow LeetCode enthusiast, I know how motivating it can be …
Continue ReadingIf Your Feedback Comes Late, Don’t Call It “Feedback” A few days ago, during a candid conversation with one of my team members, I was confronted with the remark, “Your comment was unfair.” This moment took me back to a project I had recently led, and it prompted me to reflect …
Continue ReadingIs Amazon LC Tagged Accurate? As candidates prepare for interviews at Amazon, many turn to the LeetCode (LC) platform for guidance, especially focusing on the Amazon-tagged problems. This raises a pertinent question: Is the Amazon LC tagged list accurate? Understanding the Amazon LC Tag The Amazon …
Continue ReadingIs There Any Research on How the Number of Developers Impacts Project Completion? The age-old debate surrounding the productivity of software development teams often circles back to the findings presented in Frederick P. Brooks Jr.’s seminal work, The Mythical Man-Month. This classic text …
Continue ReadingOvercoming the Struggles with LeetCode Mediums As software engineers and developers, many of us find ourselves delving into the world of algorithmic challenges, particularly on platforms like LeetCode. However, a common sentiment shared among learners is the struggle with medium-level problems. If …
Continue ReadingManaging Rockstars Can Drive You Crazy It’s often said that managing high-performing individuals—those “rockstars” in your team—can be both a blessing and a curse. While these talented individuals can significantly elevate your team’s performance and drive innovation, they …
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