Perseverance
From custodian to college grad—his story is one of grit, grind, and getting up every time life knocked him down. Perseverance isn’t about having it easy. It’s about pushing forward anyway. This one hit me hard.
Nicholas Mullins
I am a father, husband, software developer, tech leader, teacher, gamer, and nerd. I like to share my thoughts and opinions,
Slow Down to Speed Up
A production bug shows up and panic sets in. But fixing it fast doesn’t mean jumping into code instantly. Slow down. Breathe. Read the report. Understand the issue. You’ll fix it faster when you’re not guessing under pressure.
If You Don’t Know the Problem, You’re Just Guessing
If you don’t know the problem, you’re just guessing at solutions. Before jumping into code, ask: What are we solving? Why is it a problem? Because no one wants to waste hours fixing the wrong thing perfectly.
The Right Attitude > Knowing Everything
The best devs don’t always have the answers—they have the attitude. “I don’t know, but I’ll figure it out” will take you further than faking confidence ever will. This post is a reminder that mindset matters more than mastery.
My Origin Story
From slinging milk crates to writing code, from fold-up tables to a director’s chair—this is my journey through pain, doubt, and late-night Zelda sessions. Not because it’s special. Because someone out there needs to hear what’s possible.