Are You Folk Still Coding? In the fast-paced world of technology, the role of an engineering manager often shifts dramatically as one progresses in their career. For those of us in the industry, especially at large firms, the transition from hands-on coding to a more managerial and strategic role …
Continue ReadingFollow Up: Internal Tools Team with Nothing to Do A while back, I wrote about how my team, dedicated to internal tools and developer experience, found ourselves in a perplexing situation: we had been left without any work to do for over three months. The Context As an internal tools/platform team, …
Continue ReadingThe Good Ole Unlimited/Flexible PTO Discussion In recent years, the concept of unlimited or flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) has gained traction in many companies, promising employees a more liberating approach to taking time off work. However, as enticing as it may sound, the reality often reveals a …
Continue ReadingA Practical Guide to Working With Your Manager Navigating the dynamics of a workplace can be one of the most challenging aspects of a professional career, especially for fresh engineers and first-time managers. One critical relationship that can significantly influence your career trajectory is the …
Continue ReadingSummary: Exploring Data Structures for Storing Date and Time In the realm of data structures, one common query that arises is how to effectively store and manipulate date and time information. This question, posed in a Reddit discussion, has sparked interest among data structure enthusiasts and …
Continue ReadingIs It Normal to Feel So Dumb? A Journey Through the 75 LeetCode Challenge Introduction If you’re venturing into the world of algorithmic challenges, particularly through the LeetCode platform, you might find yourself experiencing moments of self-doubt. As someone studying business informatics …
Continue ReadingDesigning a 3D Nested Data Structure for Time Representation In the realm of data structures, the design of a 3D nested object offers a unique challenge, particularly when tasked with modeling time—an abstract concept that is inherently linear while our representation can be multi-dimensional. The …
Continue ReadingShould I Take a Break from DSA? As a student in your second semester, it’s commendable that you’re already delving into Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA). However, with mid-term exams fast approaching, it’s natural to feel the pressure of balancing your studies. The question arises: should you …
Continue ReadingGoogle Onsites - Need Opinion I’ve recently wrapped up my Google coding onsite interviews, and I must admit, I’m feeling quite anxious about the experience. I wanted to share my journey here and would love to hear your thoughts and opinions. Overview of My Experience Technical Phone …
Continue ReadingThe Infinite Time Sink of UI Improvement: Understanding the Phenomenon In the world of front-end development, there’s a unique phenomenon that many developers encounter: the seemingly infinite time sink of improving a User Interface (UI). As developers, we often find ourselves in a perpetual …
Continue ReadingFreelance Question: Navigating the Side Hustle Landscape as a Full-Stack Developer Hello! 👋 As someone who has been developing software and websites for over five years, primarily focusing on web design, I find myself at an interesting juncture in life. With a baby on the way, I am looking to …
Continue ReadingWhen Unemployed, Should You Work Unpaid for a Startup or Aggressively Search for a New Job? Navigating the job market after a layoff can be daunting, especially in the tech industry, where the pace of change is relentless. Recently, I found myself grappling with an important decision: Should I …
Continue ReadingWhat are some good ways to find part-time gigs for very experienced developers? In the creative world, designers often find themselves with a spectrum of projects—ranging from simple logo creation using AI tools to complex brand identities that command hefty fees. This variance is less prevalent in …
Continue ReadingHow Bad Was My Google Interview…? Introduction Job interviews at tech giants like Google can often be a rollercoaster of emotions, especially during coding rounds. I want to share my experience from one of the final coding rounds for an L3/Early Career position in the US. The challenge …
Continue ReadingChallenge: If You Could Free Up 30% of Your Devs’ Time from Tooling and Admin Panels… Introduction Imagine a world where your developers could dedicate 30% more time to what they love most—building innovative features that delight users. Instead of wrestling with internal tooling or managing …
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