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Personal Optimization • Dec 04, 2021

Perception Dictates Reality: Half Full, Half Empty, or Just a Mimosa?

Oftentimes, perception dictates our reality, and how we view situations can sometimes uncover opportunities we didn’t otherwise know existed.

Exploratory Testing • Dec 03, 2021

Test Timers and Reduce the Wait with Cypress’ Cy.Clock

Testing timers reliably is difficult in manual tests. To avoid waiting, Cypress has a built-in method cy.clock() that turns coders into Time Lords.

UX/Design Tools • Dec 02, 2021

Practical Uses for Figma’s Auto Layout and Symbols

Figma’s Auto Layout and Symbols are a powerful combination of features for software designers, enabling them to add significant value to their products.

Angular • Dec 01, 2021

Resolving *ngSwitch Type Errors When Using Discriminated Unions in Angular Templates

Here's a workaround for resolving *ngSwitch type errors in Angular templates and switching on a discriminated union type.

Software Science • Nov 30, 2021

Learn the Fascinating History and Uses of the Public Suffix List

The Public Suffix List is a piece of modern browser security comprised of a simple text file stored in a public repository, operated by volunteers.

Development Practices • Nov 29, 2021

Use TypeScript Assertion Functions for Legible Test Expectations

If you're working with Discriminated Unions, TypeScript's Assertion Functions can help keep your test expectations legible.

UX/Design Practices • Nov 28, 2021

4 Tips from Santa for Facilitating User Interviews

It's important during user interviews to instill confidence. People want to know they've been heard and that you're going to give them what they want.

Project & Team Management • Nov 27, 2021

Use the Compounding Nature of Developer Time to Deliver Value

Developer time compounds like interest in a bank account. The better the team, the better the interest rate of investment in the team's software.

Atomic Accelerator • Nov 26, 2021

Pursing a Career in Software Development? Focus on Teamwork

Emotional intelligence skills you learn through teamwork will be more valuable throughout your life than learning one more programming language.

Evolving the Industry • Nov 24, 2021

[Video] Job Crafting: An End to the Endless Work-from-Home Debate

The work-from-home debate isn't really about where we work. It’s about us workers craving agency in a chaotic world. Job Crafting is a great first step.

Personal Optimization • Nov 23, 2021

Send Secure Emails with Gmail’s Confidential Mode

Banks won't be using it any time soon, but for the average user, Gmail's confidential mode is a very secure way to send private information.

Project & Team Management • Nov 22, 2021

Constraints Are Necessary When Building Custom Software

When building custom software, constraints are a good thing. Discover what they are, or make them up to add some clarity around a project.