On REST and Its Alternatives
Sorry, this isn’t going to settle the REST vs. GraphQL debate. I’m talking about a different kind of “rest.” This article will be more general and contemplative than technical.
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Hold Your Code Loosely...On A Tight Leash
Developers should take deep ownership over their code. We should strive for a high level of personal stake in what we deploy. A little pride in our craft is quite appropriate.
The Ancient of Datas: Living in the Past Lane
Two anecdotes reminded me how quickly times change: 1 - I was heading to Alaska and wanted to quickly grab a sticker to make my suitcase more recognizable. “Ok, a laptop sticker…
Adventures in Dotfiles - Some Basic Principles
Having previously shared some thoughts about the culture surrounding dotfiles repos in The Joys Of Dotfiles, I figure it is about time I write something about my own dotfiles.
The Joys of Dotfiles
This recent blog post reminded me that I need to give some love to my meagre Dotfiles repo. Dotfile sharing is a refreshing outpost in the sea of GitHub repos. A reminder that the…
Ten "Oh, How Good It Feels!" Moments for Developers
Our industry has its challenges and stresses, but there are some rewarding “Oh, How Good It Feels!” moments that make it feel worthwhile.
People-ware
I cut my teeth in the software development industry just as the dot com bubble was beginning to burst. I’ve learned from some of my mistakes and also at times repeated them. In a…