A Developer Advocate reflects on the impact of the pandemic and the rise of virtual conferences on the DevRel role, sharing speaker insights and challenges.
A software engineer explains why he joined a union, drawing parallels to smoke alarms and discussing exploitation in the tech industry.
Explains why engineers may struggle to level up, focusing on company-specific opportunities, project availability, and business needs.
A developer announces the return of his personal blog after five years, promising tech highlights, rants, and stories not suited for corporate channels.
A software engineer argues that tech workers are morally complicit in their employers' harmful actions and have an obligation to leave unethical companies.
A product manager shares his intense experience undergoing official spokesperson certification at a major tech company, preparing for tough media interviews.
A tech industry veteran shares their experience transitioning from engineer to manager, detailing the challenges and questioning if they can return to an individual contributor role.
Explores intrinsic reasons why a senior software engineer might choose to remain an individual contributor instead of pursuing a management career path.
A review of Marty Cagan's book 'Inspired,' covering the role of Product Management in the tech industry and its practical techniques.
A developer's post-mortem on the controversial reaction to her blunt advice for women in tech on succeeding and gaining power.
A software developer explains their reasons for leaving Google, detailing the company's promotion process and their career reflections.
Analyzes if software developer compensation is becoming bimodal, like in law, using salary data and trends.
A tech blogger's first post outlining future topics like hiring practices, infrastructure trends, and startup acquisitions.
Article critiques a sexist comic strip and discusses subtle sexism and stereotypes that drive women away from the tech industry.
A developer's reflection on lighting a workspace leads to a discussion on online harassment in tech and the importance of supporting diverse voices.
A developer's personal declaration against sexism in the tech industry and a call for action to support women in tech.
Steve Yegge humorously addresses rumors about quitting Google and discusses the company's culture and interview process.
A Google engineer returns to blogging after a year-long break, reflecting on tech culture, dealing with criticism, and setting new goals for content creation.
Analyzes the 2008 tech downturn, questioning the sustainability of niche skills like Facebook apps and iPhone development amid layoffs and market saturation.
A critique of the tech industry's hiring mantra "Smart, and Gets Things Done," exploring its flaws and the Dunning-Kruger effect.
