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What if Mario Characters Were Software Engineers?
Welcome to Mushroom Kingdom, Inc. Why don’t I introduce you to some of our software engineers? Mario is a full stack developer. He has the talent of a rock star, but he’s humble. Everyone turns to him when the project … Continue reading
Three Things You Must Do When Mentoring Software Engineers
Mentoring other software engineers is one of my favorite parts of my job. Every software engineer ought to have an unbiased mentor to go to for career questions. Early in your career, you’re always the one asking questions. As you … Continue reading
Your Name is Chad, and You are a Brogrammer at Big Tech Co. (Humor)
Your name is Chad, and you are a brogrammer at Big Tech Co. You start the day by slamming a protein shake. You throw on your usual uniform: a company t-shirt, shorts, sandals, and dark sunglasses. Your biceps bulge under … Continue reading
Five Myths About Software Engineers that Hollywood Gets Wrong
Software engineers are weirdos in the media. On screen, we’re either eccentric geniuses or socially awkward losers. In the movies, programmers have magic powers, like they can hack the CIA in an instant. Or people see the stereotypes and think, … Continue reading
Stop Having Sucky 1:1s with Your Manager
One-on-ones… Everyone has them. Sometimes they feel like a waste of time. But it doesn’t have to be that way. What if 1:1s could be a tool to further your career? What if they could be more enjoyable to both … Continue reading
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