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Prisma • Apr 18, 2022

A Simple REST API with Prisma, Part 1: The Setup

Let's create a simple REST API with Prisma. Part one of this two-part series will cover how to get a Prisma schema from your Postgresql database.

Growing as Makers • Apr 17, 2022

Check the Layout and Other Lessons Learned From Giving a Career Talk

I recently gave a career talk to 200 high school sophomores. It went well, and I learned some lessons that will help me give better talks in the future.

Project & Team Management • Apr 16, 2022

The Benefits of Practice Teams in a Software Consultancy

Practice groups create a sense of shared purpose, learning through mutual curiosity and interest, and connection through supportive relationships.

Extracurricular Activities • Apr 15, 2022

Get a New Oculus Quest 2? Start Building a Unity Game

The Oculus Quest 2 exploded in popularity this year. Here are the steps I followed to start building my first app for the Oculus Quest 2.

AWS • Apr 14, 2022

Use the Override ECS Docker Command to Run Database Migrations

Here's how to use the AWS command-line interface to run a database migration by leveraging a task definition for a service running on your ECS cluster.

AWS • Apr 13, 2022

Tips for Success Using AWS CloudFormation

There are other infrastructure-as-code tools available, but these few tips will help you get more out of your experiences with AWS CloudFormation.

Developer Tools • Apr 12, 2022

Git Yourself Out of Trouble with These Handy Commands

A crucial skill in software projects is navigating Git, the ubiquitous revision control system. Here are some handy Git commands that have helped me.

React / Redux • Apr 11, 2022

How to Create and Export Web Components From a React Application

On a recent project, we wanted to export a handful of components from our React application for use in a Vue web application. Web Components to the rescue!

Growing as Makers • Apr 10, 2022

How to Choose Among Multiple Jobs: 3 Factors New Grads Should Consider

Which job do you choose? That is the age-old question. Here are three helpful tips to consider when you're a new grad trying to choose a job.

Personal Optimization • Apr 09, 2022

Relearning What It Means To Disconnect from Work Post-Covid

As we learn to live with covid, it’s not unexpected to find ourselves having to relearn many human behaviors, including how to disconnect from the office.

Personal Optimization • Apr 08, 2022

More Accessible Keyboard Layouts: One-Handed Dvorak

After a recent injury, I was pleasantly surprised to find that a wealth of resources exists for those wanting to learn to touch type with one hand.

Project & Team Management • Apr 07, 2022

The Consultant’s Craft: Becoming More Than a Programmer

We must contribute more than code. We must become programming consultants, helping our stakeholders make smart decisions that deliver maximum value.