Atomic Spin

Ruby on Rails • Nov 01, 2022

Switch Rails Database Connections While Running Cypress Tests

This setup will switch the database connection when the Cypress tests are running so it won't muddy up the data in other database environments.

Developer Tools • Oct 31, 2022

Here are 5 Killer Features of the iTerm2 Terminal Emulator

Today, I'll talk about killer features I can't live without in a terminal emulator and why iTerm2 is the best choice for you.

UX & Design • Oct 30, 2022

3 Great Benefits of Design Workshops for a Developer

I am not a designer, so why was I recently in a design workshop? I want to point out some less obvious benefits I observed upon reflection.

Growing as Makers • Oct 29, 2022

5 Factors to Consider When Relocating for Your Career

Thinking about why I moved to Chicago a year ago helped me tease out a few factors folks might consider when contemplating relocating for work.

Developer Tools • Oct 28, 2022

Make the Most of Storybook Stories with These Simple Tips

Storybook has benefits for teams working on front-end components. Make the most of these benefits by adding interaction tests for components.

Extracurricular Activities • Oct 27, 2022

Create Network-Wide Automated Protection for Your Home Server

Two tools will help a home server start off strong and open up new avenues to explore through Ansible automation and setting up a local DNS within Pi-hole.

Exploratory Testing • Oct 26, 2022

Consistency Tests for Your App: Use Them to Catch Bugs Big or Small

One type of app testing I do regularly is a consistency check. I'll explain what I mean and give examples of possible errors this type of testing picks up.

Project & Team Management • Oct 25, 2022

What Time You Hold Standup Meetings Impacts Team Outcomes

Standup is a straightforward scrum practice. But what happens to team dynamics when standup isn’t held at the beginning of the day?

Development Practices • Oct 24, 2022

Why You Should Share VS Code Workspace Settings with Your Team

Visual Studio Code allows distinct user and workspace settings while still adhering to the workspace settings of your team's project all within one project.

Culture • Oct 23, 2022

Bring Your Baby to Work: An Atomic Parent Experiment

My son Toby and I were the pilot participants in a new Bring Your Atomic Baby To Work program. We’re hoping to expand our support for working parents.

Business Practices • Oct 22, 2022

What’s the Financial Impact of a 4-Day, 32-Hour Work Week?

There’s been a lot of buzz recently around the idea of a four-day, 32-hour work week. I’m curious to see how this concept plays out in reality.

The Software Life • Oct 21, 2022

3 Reasons to Work at a Software Consultancy as a Software Engineer

A software consultancy is a company that creates software for other companies. Let me give you three reasons to work at a software consultancy.