The Career Advice I Needed as a Developer but Never Got
Early developer advice focuses on survival, not growth. These are the lessons I wish someone had shared before my career slowed down.
Productivity
Ideas for focusing on meaningful progress instead of staying busy, including what actually moves the needle at work.
5 Signs You’re Progressing as a Developer Even If It Doesn’t Feel Like It
Developer growth is rarely apparent in the moment. These subtle signals help you recognize progress even when it does not appear to be occurring.
How to Tell If You’re Actually Growing as a Developer
Growth as a developer is rarely obvious while it is happening. These signals help you tell whether you are actually progressing or just staying busy.
Why Speed Is Overrated Early in a Developer Career
Speed is often praised early in a developer career. This is why optimizing for speed too soon can quietly limit growth and long-term impact.
7 Career Mistakes Early Developers Make That Quietly Slow Their Growth
Most early developer career mistakes are quiet ones. These habits feel productive at first, but they often slow growth without anyone noticing.