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Development Practices

Applying Lessons from Learning a Foreign Language to Software Development

Going from humanities to STEM was a challenge. However, there were lessons I learned from studying a foreign language that apply to software development.

Growing as Makers

How Daily Journaling Helped Me Level Up as a Developer

I've recently embraced daily journaling. For one month, I took time each day to note how my mental model of a project changed throughout the day.

Personal Optimization

Emphasize Your Soft Skills and Ace Your Next Job Interview

It's worth spending some time thinking about what you really want to showcase in a job interview and what a company might be looking for.

Growing as Makers

Lessons from Returning to the First Project of My Career 2 Years Later

Recently, I was put back on the very first project I ever worked on. It was a great opportunity to see just how much I’ve grown as a developer.

Growing as Makers

Career Evaluation: Top Tips for Making Your First Job Work for You

As you look for your first job, you are obviously being evaluated. But I would encourage you to also evaluate the evaluators.

Growing as Makers

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.

Growing as Makers

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.

Extracurricular Activities

5 Ways I Conquered SXSW and How You Can Too

Here, I'll share with you a recap of my experience and a handful of tips on how to make the best of the SXSW conference should you attend next year.

Business Practices

Quitting Your Software Consulting Job? Tips for Leaving

Call it the Great Resignation or the Big Quit — the U.S. is in the midst of a shift in the workforce. Here are four tips for making a smooth transition.

Growing as Makers

The Anti-5-Year-Plan Plan: An Unscripted Approach to Career Development

Following these guiding principles of career development has allowed me to be present and enjoy the process without fixating on the destination.

Culture

3 Reasons Computer Science Grads Should Consider a Career at Atomic Object

A dedicated career development manager is just one of the perks computer science grads can expect from working at a software consultancy like Atomic Object.

Personal Optimization

Software Developer Character Stats – Rank Up!

To reduce uncertainty about your growth as a software developer, identify different skill areas and how you can level up in each of them.