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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.

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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.

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3 Game-Changing Study Strategies for Computer Science Students

In college, I picked up study strategies for computer science students that greatly improved my productivity, and I'll share them here with you.

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Why You Should Take an Active Role in the Onboarding Process

I have come to realize that taking an active role in the onboarding process is the best way to successfully ramp onto a new company or team.

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Hey! Quit Talking (To Yourself) Like That

Positive self-talk is not an excuse to avoid challenges or blow hot-air. It's a tool that influences your efficacy and sense of self-worth.

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Dealing with Imposter Syndrome? Lean Into It

Did you just start a new job? Are you struggling with confidence? Here are some tips and tricks that helped me get over my imposter syndrome.

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Pandemic Fatigue Causing Burnout? Here Are Some Tips!

If you're feeling burnout or exhaustion, there's no quick fix. The action plan you put together to remedy the situation will take time.

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How to Program Yourself to Program Better

Today I’d like to share with you how to program yourself. And, maybe you'll gain some empathy for the computer you're always bossing around.

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What I Learned Working from Home with Roommates

Working from home when you live with roommates brings another meaning to the phrase "open office." Here are some things I learned after figuring it out.

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Writing Custom Software: In Defense of Inefficiency

In creative work, it's vital to play and explore boundaries. Custom software doesn't get written efficiently because the programmer was a fast typist.

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Rethinking Problem Solving: Starting with Feelings and Problems

Software is nothing but a specialized version of problem-solving. To do it well, we need to deal with our emotions and zoom in on the right problem.

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Work-Life Balance: Separate Your Tools

I try to maintain a work-life balance by separating tools like my browser and terminal. I hope these tips help you keep an organized and balanced desktop.

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