Becoming a programmer has become a highly desired career path with the increasing role software engineering plays in technology advancement. However, while programming certainly has its rewards, there are also some not-so-glamorous sides to coding that would be useful to be aware of for anyone currently or who wants to […]
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Search your way to programming solutions using these effective tips
Programming is all about solving problems, and lot’s of them. Because coming up with solutions is core to development activities, what are the best ways to become unstuck when you’ve hit an obstacle? In the vast world wide web, it’s likely programming solutions to most issues you’ll come across already […]
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5 Core tools and technologies that every software engineer should know
The field of software engineering is vast and there are countless tools and technologies that are available at the disposal of developers. Some tools are more relevant to developers in specific fields, however some tools should be adopted by all regardless of their background. The single most common factor amongst […]
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15 Inspiring Blog Post Ideas for Developers 💡
Are you a developer with a blog? Or are you thinking of starting one? The activity of blogging involves writing to your readers with the intention of providing information, tips, advice and anything else that might help or inspire the reader. Bloggers can also fall victim to writer’s block and […]
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5 Incredible benefits of blogging as a developer (1 year of blogging reflections)
Blogging continues to remain a popular means of having a personal presence on the internet. Countless platforms are available today that offers an easy solution to create your own website without having knowledge of web development. As a result, blogging has only continued to grow in popularity and there are […]
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8 Practical tips to stay alert and focused while coding
Coding is the core of what most developers do and as an activity requires sufficient levels of concentration to be performed effectively. As we live in a world full of distractions, it can be at times difficult to stay alert and focused while coding. Combat this by being aware of […]
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5 Constructive tips for encouraging and mentoring junior developers
The software development industry is a vast and rapidly growing sector which means there’s an enormous amount of knowledge to acquire for anyone new to the field. If you’re someone with a decent amount of experience and expertise in your industry, you may be provided with opportunities throughout your career […]
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Don’t go on the dev journey solo – 3 Key reasons why accountability matters
The journey of learning to code and becoming a proficient developer is not easy and requires lots of work, effort and determination. Depending on how you approach this journey you may be met with a different set of challenges. However, there is one factor I believe will greatly help anyone […]
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Why you don’t need a good memory to code effectively
Note: This is about brain memory, not CPU memory! A stereotype of people who code or who work closely with computers may appear to be someone techy, geeky, nerdy.. . When you hear this you might think a requirement for programmers is to be ‘smart’ (whatever you define that to […]
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“Done is better than perfect”: The implications in software development
Done is better than perfect is a motto popularised by Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook. In her book Lean In, she stated this as a way to ‘let go of unattainable standards’. How can we as developers use the key message behind this motto to our advantage? The nature of […]
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