How NOT to apply for jobs on LinkedIn
Thinking of applying to jobs on LinkedIn? While it’s a must-have tool for software engineers, not every feature is as useful as it seems. Let me share some LinkedIn tips with you.
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Should you have a LinkedIn as a Software Engineer?
Landing a job in tech isn’t easy (and neither is getting that second one). That’s where LinkedIn comes in. Whether you love it or hate it, LinkedIn can quietly boost your career, help you land referrals, and keep you on recruiters' radar -- all without taking up much of your time. But is it really worth it for software engineers?
Example of a project to put on your resume
Here is an excellent example of a project that I would recommend putting on a resume. It’s the kind of project that gets recruiters intrigued while providing a wealth of material to discuss during technical interviews.
Ideas are worthless
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect idea to start, here’s the truth: it doesn’t exist. Stop chasing unicorns and start building. The key to success lies not in what you plan but in what you do.
What projects to put on you resume
What projects to put on your resume? Should you even have a projects section? Let's choose your projects wisely together.
Building directory websites in 2024
What exactly is a directory website? In the simplest terms, a directory website is a searchable collection of listings, often organized by categories, location, or specific criteria. Think Yelp for restaurants and local businesses or Angi for home services. The…
Rethinking Analytics: Balancing Privacy, Performance, and Essential Data
As I build a directory of software engineering blogs, I’ve noticed a growing trend: more developers are choosing to turn off website analytics in favor of privacy and performance. It got me thinking about my own approach to tracking visitors. While I’ve ditched Google Analytics in favor of self-hosted Matomo, I’m also exploring simpler solutions like parsing raw access logs. In this post, I dive into the balance between respecting user privacy and still gathering the critical data needed to monitor the health and security of a website.
Get Forms Up and Running in Minutes Without Backend Complexity!
Tired of setting up a backend just to handle simple form submissions on your website? Meet QuickSubmit—the open-source tool that lets you easily collect form data without writing a single line of backend code. With a simple JavaScript snippet, QuickSubmit allows you to submit forms using AJAX, keeping your users on your site while their data is sent securely as JSON. Plus, you can integrate webhooks, receive email and SMS notifications, and export data as CSV—all in just minutes. Say goodbye to backend complexity and get started.
Career fairs are the fastest way to get into a tech company
Are career fairs worth you time? Let's talk about career fairs and how they work inside and out.
Internships are a cheat code for getting into big tech companies
If you’re like me and taking a traditional 4 year degree route to become a software engineer, I highly recommend that you put effort into securing as many internships as you can get and attend every career fare your school…