Striking the Balance in Software Development
When it comes to software development, there’s always that internal tug-of-war between under-engineering and over- engineering a project. I’ve been on both sides of that rope b
Why Taking Time to Explain Makes All the Difference
Why bother making a post to explain something that seems so basic? Who even cares? Surprisingly, a lot of people do. What might seem simple or obvious to one person can be fascinat
Why We Sometimes Make Coding Harder (and How to Stop)
Let’s be honest—software development is complicated. It’s just the nature of the job. Bugs pop up when you least expect them, deadlines are always tight, and modern software
Learning from Failing Fast
“Fail fast” is a phrase that gets tossed around often—and for good reason. In many situations, it makes total sense. A big part of the problem with failure is that it
Microservices or Monolith? Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All in Software Development
Following the recommended methods and techniques may seem like common sense to many. It’s only natural to strive for excellence in software development. Adhering to accepted
Don’t be afraid of Technical Debt
Developers usually aim to keep technical debt as low as possible when building software—some even shoot for “zero” technical debt. However, it’s important to re
Handling Inevitable Failures and Bugs
All software systems are going to fail at some point. It’s just the way it is. Even the most prominent companies don’t promise 100% uptime. Instead, they talk about the
Empowering Teams Through Learning
Think about the last time you picked up a new skill. Were you amazing at it right away? Or did you make many mistakes, learn from each one, and tweak what you were doing to improve
What Is Managed Hosting?
Managing a website effectively is crucial for the success of any business. Managed hosting emerges as a vital solution, offering a host of advantages by entrusting server manag
What is Open Source?
Open source is a term most commonly used to refer to software in which the source code is made freely available to the public, allowing anyone to view, modify, and distribute the c