Facing the LeetCode Monster: A Journey from Panic to Progress When the opportunity to interview with a FAANG company lands in your lap, it can feel like a dream come true. But for some, it can also feel like a nightmare—especially when you have 20 years of programming experience but zero familiarity …
Continue ReadingGot Done with Google Interview, Went Good! Today was a big day for me—I had another round of interviews with Google, and I’m thrilled to share that it felt really good! As someone who has spent considerable time preparing for tech interviews, I can confidently say that this experience was both …
Continue ReadingHit 700 Today: My Journey as a Backend Developer Hello, everyone! Today, I hit a significant milestone in my career as a backend developer—I reached a medium count of 700 on my coding journey! 🎉 As someone with 2 years of experience in this field, I can honestly say that the past couple of years …
Continue ReadingHow to Navigate Sprint Planning as a Young Product Manager Hello again, fellow agile enthusiasts! Today, I want to dive into a topic that many of us, especially those of us starting out in product management, grapple with: sprint planning. I recently came across a post from a young PM navigating …
Continue ReadingMastering Dynamic Programming: Tips and Techniques Dynamic Programming (DP) is one of those concepts that can make or break your coding journey, especially when you’re preparing for technical interviews. If you’ve ever found yourself staring blankly at a DP problem, wondering how to …
Continue ReadingI Automated LeetCode Using Claude’s 3.5 Sonnet API and Python In a remarkable feat of automation and programming, I recently implemented a script that solved a staggering 633 LeetCode problems in just 24 hours, all on its own. The results were impressive: an 86% success rate, and all of this for a …
Continue ReadingJira App to Master Your Team’s Project Delivery As an Engineering Leader, one of your primary responsibilities is to ensure that your team is consistently delivering projects on time and within scope. It’s a challenging task that often comes with a barrage of questions from upper …
Continue ReadingLeading Without Authority/Certainty: A Journey of Growth Hey everyone! As a Platform Product Manager with over two years of experience under my belt, I’ve been reflecting on my performance reviews from this past year. One key takeaway stood out: while I excel at leading projects when I fully …
Continue ReadingOnly 0.04% People Have Solved My Way: The Journey to the Top In the world of coding challenges and algorithmic puzzles, achieving a unique solution that only a minuscule fraction of participants can replicate is no small feat. Recently, I found myself in a position where only 0.04% of people managed …
Continue ReadingQuarterly Career Thread: Navigating the Path to Product Management In the fast-paced world of tech, the journey to landing a product management (PM) role can often feel daunting. Whether you’re making a career switch, facing layoffs, or simply looking to advance in your field, the challenges …
Continue ReadingQuestioning the Product Management Landscape As product managers, one of the most compelling questions we often encounter is: “How many products are you managing in your role?” This seemingly simple inquiry quickly reveals the complexities and nuances of product management. It opens up a …
Continue ReadingRunning Long-Term Planning for Your Team In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations often grapple with the challenge of setting effective long-term goals for their teams. Maxim Schepelin, in his insightful article, sheds light on the common pitfalls and provides valuable …
Continue ReadingCelebrating a Milestone: 500 LeetCode Questions in 7 Months Hello everyone! I’m excited to share a significant milestone I recently reached in my programming journey. After starting my LeetCode adventure just seven months ago, I’ve successfully solved 500 questions on the platform! 🎉 My Journey So …
Continue ReadingTook Me a While to Reach Here but a Long Way to Go! Reaching milestones in our journey can often feel like a double-edged sword. On one hand, it’s a moment of celebration; on the other, it serves as a reminder of how far we still have to go. Recently, I hit a personal milestone that has got me …
Continue ReadingWeekly Rant Thread: Share Your Frustrations and Get Support Welcome back to our weekly rant thread! This is a space where you can express your frustrations, share your struggles, and find support from others who understand what you’re going through. Remember, you are not alone! The Job Market …
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