For developers, a tech blog is not an option but a necessity. Beyond just recording what you learn, it becomes a powerful weapon in the job market and the best tool for practicing metacognitive learning. I share the changes that happened 6 months after starting my blog and tips for consistency.
The code works, so why did I fail? What reviewers actually look for in take-home assignments and live coding sessions.
Does a developer really need to study every weekend? We explore the difference between 'Tutorial Hell' and 'Just-in-Time Learning'. Learn how to filter noise, build T-shaped skills, and maintain passion in a fast-paced tech industry without sacrificing your mental health.
Why a finished toy project is better than an unfinished masterpiece. Lessons learned from failing a 6-month project and succeeding with a weekend tool.
I thought being a Senior dev meant writing perfect code. I was wrong. It's about decision making and unblocking others.
Writing is the most cost-effective weapon a developer can have. You just need a laptop. It costs nothing. But the effects come back as Compound Interest.
A year later, your blog will be piled with traces (knowledge) of your intense struggles. That is your irreplaceable asset.
Right now, write just one very small post and click the 'Publish' button. I hope you feel the excitement of your first "Hello World" once again.
