By the time I wrote this, It's been a minute since I last sat down to write some code. Coming back from a whole managerial role in a consulting project that felt like diving into the deep end of the pool after months of chilling on the sidelines.
In our quest for productivity, we often find ourselves caught in a swamp of tasks, racing against the clock to accomplish as much as possible. We often overlook a fundamental truth: how we navigate our day greatly impacts our overall well-being and effectiveness. To me, it's all about
In the modern world, where we find ditractions in every corner and time seems to slip through our fingers, building a good time management skill is critical for success. Time is the most valuable resource we have, and once it's gone, it's gone for good. That&
As Software Engineers, we are not measured by how much we know about computer science, data structures and algorithms, at least not after we pass the interview. At the job the story is completely different, we can be the best programmers in the company, we can know our way around
Being a tech lead isn't just about being the best coder in the room anymore and, quite frankly, it's never been. Being a tech lead is about juggling multiple responsibilities, coordinating teams, and ensuring projects move forward smoothly. If you're finding yourself struggling in
As the sun drenched the office in a golden glow, Phillip navigated through his routine tasks with a sense of familiarity and ease. The DevOps team hummed along smoothly under his watchful eye, their collective expertise ensuring that even the occasional hiccup in stability was swiftly addressed. With a mix
Recently, I was part of a project where, for over a year, as a Senior Engineer, I was not allowed to write code. The setup was complex and, as consultants, our role was to strategize and interface with the client, all the implementation was going to be done by outsourcing
In every situation in life, all places, groups and teams, there's great people you get along with quite well and who have good intentions, there's also people with god intentions but with whom you won't get along due to personality clash, but it'
There are times where the smooth surface of collaboration is shadowed by turbulent undercurrents. This was the case with a team I was tasked to oversee, where dependency on a client's team became a focal point. Our success hinged on their timely deliverables, a fact compounded by our
In the intricate world of consulting, trust stands as the cornerstone of successful partnerships. However, navigating the murky waters of client relationships demands more than surface-level interactions; it requires a keen ability to discern intentions swiftly and accurately. As consultants, we often find ourselves trying to get from being treated
Embarking on the journey of learning is like sailing on an endless sea of possibilities. The allure of discovering new knowledge, exploring unfamiliar territories, and honing our skills is undeniably captivating and exciting. However, amidst the vast expanse of subjects to delve into, the challenge lies in prioritizing our learning
So, I've just landed on a new project, first one in my consulting career and, even though I'm a Senior Engineer and already have decent experience, it feels like the first day of school. I was joining a team of consultants with mixed backgrounds, my manager