Tag: growth
All the articles with the tag "growth".
You can't borrow muscle memory
I copied 27 Claude commands and realized it wasn't doing me any favors.
You can use AI every day and still not get better
Working with AI isn't a binary skill. It's an instrument that requires deliberate practice.
The Rock Tumbler
Some feedback is easy to act on. Other feedback takes work to process. That work might be the point.
Getting out of my own way: Lessons from becoming a Staff Engineer
Becoming a Staff Engineer meant working through self-doubt, helping others do better work, and learning which problems to leave alone.
Why I write (and why you might want to too)
I started this blog for my future self. Eleven years later, writing has given me something I once felt I lacked: a record of things I made.
Know where you're going (and be open to change)
Choosing cinematography gave my film career direction. Moving into software later taught me that a clear goal can still leave room to change course.
The Quadrant Test
I had a tough career decision to make, so a manager suggested this simple quadrant exercise. It helped me map out the best and worst-case scenarios for both the short and long term, and it gave me clarity.
Getting Unstuck
What I try when I'm stuck, how I explain the problem when asking for help, and what to do when nobody knows the answer yet.
Programmer Resources
The blogs, books, talks, and courses that helped me grow as a developer, alongside a habit of regular practice and research.
10 Software Talks to Listen to on Your Way to Work
I felt like I didn't know enough as a developer, so I started listening to conference talks on my commute. Here are ten of my favorites that genuinely changed how I think about building software.