Bookmarks

A list of articles, videos, and sites that have resonated with me.

• #fretflip (Tool)

  A simple tool for visualizing the shapes that make up scales on the guitar.

• The software engineering industry in 2024: what changed in 2 years, why, and what is next (Video)

• Mindset of successful Programmers (Video)

  This video really hits home – I've always struggled with having unrealistic expectations for myself and have wasted a lot of time spending time learning reading about writing software instead of... actually writing software.

• How to get out of tutorial hell (Video)

  Choc full of great tips for getting some momentum building towards writing software.

• Software Engineering Anxiety (Video)

  A short overview of two potential sources of anxiety that software engineers face and tips for dealing with them.

• Your Approach to Programming Is Wrong (Video)

  As the producer writes, this is advice I wish I would have drilled into my head sooner.

• Performance Doesn't Matter...Until It Does. (Video)

  A Theo rant on trade offs between iteration speed vs. correctness and performance in the various stages of building a product.

• Most tech content is bullshit (Article)

  "Don’t consume. Create. Ask questions. Stay curious."

• Developer Excellence (Video)

  "Always bet on yourself."