Dear new developer, I heard this phrase on a podcast from a reporter and it struck home. I don't know how old you are. I don't know if software development is your first career or your fifth. I don't know if you have a family. But, I do know that work can be mighty fulfilling. … Continue reading “Work will never love you back”
This is a guest post from Luca Florio, lightly edited. Enjoy. Dear Self, You just graduated and you are ready to start your career in the IT field. I cannot spoil anything, but I assure you it will be an interesting ride. I’m writing you this letter because I want to give you some advice … Continue reading A letter to myself as a fresh software engineer
Dear new developer, Make sure you maintain your work life balance. You'll never know everything. You shouldn't try. But even if you accept that, there may still be a temptation to work work work. Why? You want to "prove yourself". You want to over-index in your first few months. Working extra is an easy way … Continue reading Maintain work life balance
Letters To A New Developer 