We all know that transparency builds trust. The lack of it? Well, that can lead to major issues. Engineers sometimes join teams and, from the start, struggle with trust. It’s as if information is being kept from them. Have you experienced that? I have seen examples of that throughout my career. I’ve often been asked, “Why does X do that?” […]
To celebrate the release of our new book, Software Engineering Handbook, Ender and I took a nice trip to Iceland. Here’s a relaxed recap of our five-day journey. Day 1: The Golden Circle We kicked off our trip with the iconic Golden Circle. Day 2: South Coast and Vik Our second day was packed with stunning sights along the South […]
Over the years, I’ve interviewed many candidates. One crucial skill that often gets overlooked is operational reflexes during oncalls. Surprisingly, few companies test for this, yet it’s a capability that greatly distinguishes engineers. There is a gap in interviewing. Some of the candidates excel in code interviews and system design but not on the operational side of things. They can […]
I’m thrilled to share the story behind our newly published book with you. This project has been a labor of friendship and collaboration, and I hope our journey resonates with you. The Beginning Ender and I have been friends since our school days. We attended classes together, worked on projects, and eventually graduated. Life took us in different directions—he moved […]
Here’s ‘Winning Eleven,’ my own mix of eleven key ideas that have helped me grow both at work and in life. This isn’t your usual list of tips. It’s more like a collection of real stories and lessons I’ve learned along the way. These principles come from my own experiences, the good times and the tough ones. Let’s take a […]