Thoughts
The shift in hiring practices over the past year is remarkable. Where previously we sought out candidates with potential for growth and adaptability, the trend now leans towards demanding extensive, specific experience, often to an unrealistic degree. In my view, this approach is short-sighted. Focusing solely on candidates who
Thoughts
You've deployed your code, and just when you're about to bask in the glory of a job well done, a bug shows up uninvited. Welcome to the emotional rollercoaster of coding. First off, don't lose your cool. Bugs are as common in coding as
Golf is often seen as a gentleman's sport, so admitting to cheating might sound scandalous. But before you grab your pitchforks, hear me out. I'm not talking about the 'hand wedge,' 'finding' a ball in the woods, or miscounting strokes. Those are
Thoughts
Emphasizes the importance of connecting with people, implementing efficient processes, and leveraging existing technologies to successfully manage software delivery teams. As an engineering leader, I've learned that success hinges on three pillars: people, process, and technology. People Connecting with your team members is crucial. Take time to build
Thoughts
My 8-year-old has begun tinkering with the game creator Flowlab and Minecraft - grasping those basic programming concepts. However, that raised a question in my forward-looking parental mind: should generative AI also be part of his learning toolkit? I contemplated whether AI was out to steal human coding
Thoughts
Screen time, that ever-elusive balance between tech and life, right? Full disclosure: we're pretty stringent about it in our household. Is it the right call? Who knows! But here's what I do know—kids these days seem like digital zombies, glued to their screens during
Thoughts
So you became a people manager, congrats! You likely got here because you're good with people (not always the case though), and you're probably an awesome engineer too. You code in your sleep, mentor your peers, discuss new technology - a constant overachiever whose work has made
Thoughts
But is no-code all it's hyped up to be? When I first started using no-code AI tools like Chat GPT Builder, to build apps, I was filled with skepticism. As an engineer, I doubted that AI could truly replicate what I do. But I was amazed
Thoughts
I was recently posed the question: "Do you have any regrets?" When folks assert they have "no regrets," I can't help but raise an eyebrow. As for me? Officially, none. Funny how the 'regret' question often pops up during low points, rarely
On my recent electrifying journey to India, I felt like the protagonist in a sci-fi novella, stepping into a realm where fiction blends with reality. From the buzzing lanes of Mumbai to the picturesque vistas of Kashmir, I was welcomed by a symphony that echoed uniformly across vibrant cities
Thoughts
Navigating the role of a manager is like juggling three balls labeled "Boss," "Friend," and "Foe." Drop one, and the whole act falls apart. But when done right, these roles complement each other in a way that fosters a productive, inclusive, and growth-oriented
Thoughts
The intrigue of AI – a realm where it strives to replicate the essence of human creativity. As the founder of Starry and a tech enthusiast, I couldn't resist embarking on an experiment to see if AI could capture the essence of my writing style. Crafting a trio of