opinion

Apr 09, 2024

Shortcuts Are For Amateurs

The only way to get better is to do the work. To try, to fail, and to learn between each iteration. Seeking "shortcuts" only destines you for failure.

Shortcuts Are For Amateurs
Mar 26, 2024

Why I Don't Get Romantic About Commits Until Later

Why I treat commits more like a rough save point early on in a project and only create more-rigid commits after a public release.

Why I Don't Get Romantic About Commits Until Later
May 12, 2021

The Invisible Developer

How just following what's popular can trap you into a pit of anxiety and distract you from building the right skillset for your future.

The Invisible Developer
Apr 01, 2021

Focus On the Language, Not the Framework

Why it's important to understand the language(s) you're working with first to avoid accidentally pigeonholing yourself as a developer.

Focus On the Language, Not the Framework
Mar 16, 2021

Control Your User Data

Using a third-party service for managing user accounts can be convenient early on, but long-term, it can cause a lot of headaches for your product.

Control Your User Data