https://yusufaytas.com/rss.xmlWriting about software, leadership, and the lessons that come from building, leading, and staying curious beyond work.https://yusufaytas.com/breaking-up-with-wordpress-after-two-decadeshttps://yusufaytas.com/breaking-up-with-wordpress-after-two-decadesWed, 15 Apr 2026 08:35:00 GMTMoving off WordPress was not really about cost or performance. It was about turning years of writing into a searchable, linkable archive instead of leaving it as a pile of published pages.https://yusufaytas.com/your-work-introduces-youhttps://yusufaytas.com/your-work-introduces-youWed, 08 Apr 2026 22:48:50 GMTStarting a new job means starting a reputation. Your first PR, meeting, design document, or presentation shapes how people see your standards and value.https://yusufaytas.com/trial-by-firehttps://yusufaytas.com/trial-by-fireThu, 02 Apr 2026 14:42:42 GMTTrial by fire onboarding is not autonomy. It is unpaid integration debt. 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Practical tactics to work better with leaders and avoid surprises.https://yusufaytas.com/why-kingdom-of-heavens-directors-cut-is-betterhttps://yusufaytas.com/why-kingdom-of-heavens-directors-cut-is-betterTue, 04 Nov 2025 07:33:57 GMTUsing the 5 Whys technique to understand why the Kingdom of Heaven director’s cut is far superior to the theatrical release.https://yusufaytas.com/ai-broke-interviewshttps://yusufaytas.com/ai-broke-interviewsSat, 01 Nov 2025 21:45:12 GMTAI erased trust in remote interviewing. 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How presence, tone, and trust shape how others experience you, whether you notice it or not.https://yusufaytas.com/learning-the-johari-windowhttps://yusufaytas.com/learning-the-johari-windowFri, 04 Apr 2025 11:18:42 GMTCombine goal setting with the Johari Window to find your blind spots, drop the fluff, and grow where it actually matters.https://yusufaytas.com/management-is-a-lonely-placehttps://yusufaytas.com/management-is-a-lonely-placeSun, 16 Mar 2025 18:31:23 GMTManagement is a lonely place. You can’t talk openly to your boss, your team, or even your peers.https://yusufaytas.com/simple-task-managementhttps://yusufaytas.com/simple-task-managementSat, 15 Mar 2025 21:57:59 GMTStruggling with task management? Keep it simple. 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Learn to balance servant leadership, business goals, and executive expectations.https://yusufaytas.com/tech-hiring-bubble-burstshttps://yusufaytas.com/tech-hiring-bubble-burstsTue, 11 Feb 2025 20:41:12 GMTThe tech job market is shifting - AI, automation, and competition are redefining careers. Learn how engineers can stay relevant in the evolving industry.https://yusufaytas.com/traits-for-emshttps://yusufaytas.com/traits-for-emsSun, 26 Jan 2025 18:23:54 GMT“Discover the key traits for engineering managers. Empower your team and build a strong track record for long-term success.”https://yusufaytas.com/simple-acts-of-recognition-matterhttps://yusufaytas.com/simple-acts-of-recognition-matterMon, 20 Jan 2025 09:32:00 GMTEmpower your team with simple, authentic recognition that fuels motivation, boosts retention, and creates a culture where everyone feels genuinely valued.https://yusufaytas.com/the-question-i-ask-every-new-reporthttps://yusufaytas.com/the-question-i-ask-every-new-reportWed, 04 Dec 2024 21:16:35 GMTWhen I take on a new management role, whether it’s through a reorganization, succession, or stepping into a new organization, I make it a priority to ask this question in my fir...https://yusufaytas.com/the-reality-of-an-employers-markethttps://yusufaytas.com/the-reality-of-an-employers-marketWed, 27 Nov 2024 14:41:42 GMTLearn how to navigate the current employer’s market in tech, where employers hold the leverage. Tips for job seekers to stay proactive and resilient.https://yusufaytas.com/bridging-ideals-and-realityhttps://yusufaytas.com/bridging-ideals-and-realitySun, 24 Nov 2024 17:42:44 GMTLearn how to bridge ideals and reality in engineering leadership by using listening, empathy, discipline, and perseverance to drive meaningful change.https://yusufaytas.com/hiring-red-flagshttps://yusufaytas.com/hiring-red-flagsSun, 17 Nov 2024 15:25:31 GMTSpot hiring red flags to avoid bad hires. Learn the key signs to watch for to ensure cultural fit, adaptability, and growth potential in candidates.https://yusufaytas.com/why-the-godfather-is-so-damn-goodhttps://yusufaytas.com/why-the-godfather-is-so-damn-goodTue, 12 Nov 2024 07:25:58 GMTExploring why The Godfather is a cinematic masterpiece, casting and direction to unforgettable quotes, themes of loyalty, and an immersive scorehttps://yusufaytas.com/subteam-tenetshttps://yusufaytas.com/subteam-tenetsThu, 07 Nov 2024 07:28:04 GMTOver the years, working across multiple organizations, I developed the concept of subteam tenets. I’ve tweaked it along the way to fit each company's unique quirks, but I still...https://yusufaytas.com/no-fluff-pleasehttps://yusufaytas.com/no-fluff-pleaseSun, 13 Oct 2024 12:28:53 GMTLearn how to craft a CV that stands out by focusing on measurable achievements, clear structure, and cutting out the fluff. 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Discover the pros and cons of management, essential skills, and tips for a successful transitionhttps://yusufaytas.com/getting-delegation-righthttps://yusufaytas.com/getting-delegation-rightWed, 24 Jul 2024 21:35:46 GMTLearn the art of delegation in software leadership! Discover practical steps to empower your team, define clear expectations, and enhance project successhttps://yusufaytas.com/interviewing-your-future-bosshttps://yusufaytas.com/interviewing-your-future-bossSun, 14 Jul 2024 08:42:50 GMTI’m sure you have been asked if you have any questions during interviews. A few things come to mind. Often, we think we need to impress the other party. Nevertheless, tough ques...https://yusufaytas.com/celebrating-our-book-in-icelandhttps://yusufaytas.com/celebrating-our-book-in-icelandSat, 22 Jun 2024 17:26:11 GMTFive-day adventure in Iceland to celebrate the release of our Software Engineering Handbook! 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Build a team centric approach.https://yusufaytas.com/a-weekend-getaway-to-maltahttps://yusufaytas.com/a-weekend-getaway-to-maltaTue, 23 Jan 2024 22:23:34 GMTExplore Malta’s rich history, stunning coastlines, and vibrant culture in Blue Grotto, Mdina, St Paul’s Cathedral and Vallettahttps://yusufaytas.com/engineering-health-essentialshttps://yusufaytas.com/engineering-health-essentialsSat, 13 Jan 2024 20:46:08 GMTLearn how to maintain and enhance the operational aspects of our software systems by implementing engineering healthhttps://yusufaytas.com/should-dev-managers-codehttps://yusufaytas.com/should-dev-managers-codeTue, 09 Jan 2024 21:08:57 GMTExplore the debate on whether development managers should code, balancing leadership responsibilities with technical expertise for optimal team successhttps://yusufaytas.com/confronting-lifes-stormshttps://yusufaytas.com/confronting-lifes-stormsSat, 06 Jan 2024 07:40:41 GMTExplore how to confront life’s challenges with resilience, proactive goal-setting, and a mindset for overcoming adversityhttps://yusufaytas.com/winning-elevenhttps://yusufaytas.com/winning-elevenMon, 11 Dec 2023 01:45:27 GMTDiscover eleven key principles that shaped my journey in work and life, emphasizing the importance of mindset, relationships, and continuous learninghttps://yusufaytas.com/kindness-is-a-choicehttps://yusufaytas.com/kindness-is-a-choiceSat, 02 Dec 2023 20:07:10 GMTLeadership isn’t just about power; it’s about kindness. 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