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👉We have been chatting to a couple of new clients in Germany this week, about using freelance Developers/Engineers outside of Germany (Nearshore), the same questions pop up; ✔How do we know if they are good or not? ✔How much can we save? ✔How quickly can they start? 👀Like anything, there is pros and cons to everywhere, but we have built a network of Freelance Nearshore Engineers who have been rigorously vetted with technical expertise guaranteed, that could save you a 50% reduction on your current freelance rates. If you are interested to understand more about this option and how this could help your business. 🚨Feel free to book a call in my Calendly and let’s see if we can help - https://lnkd.in/eygXyhaz

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How to improve your code quality! 🏁 At nerdware GmbH, we believe in the importance of setting specific, measurable goals and consistently tracking progress. As a Lead Software Engineer, I work closely with each team member to set quarterly goals, with smaller, achievable goals within the three-month cycle. One important goal we've recently set is to improve code quality. Because it can be very subjective, quantifying this goal fairly was a challenge. To address this, I suggested implementing SonarQube locally. With this static code analysis, which comes with many metrics, we were able to set clear, measurable goals. (This could also serve as a compelling case for the customer to invest in a SonarQube license in the future). I see my role as not only being responsible for a successful project, but also coaching and empowering my team members to improve their skills. Curious about setting up SonarQube locally without a license? Check out my latest blog post for detailed instructions (https://lnkd.in/d-Yn4Z_9).

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Guys, if you're finding it tough to use git cli, I recommend you use Lazygit (https://lnkd.in/dxXW_jek). It's a great TUI alternative to just plain git. It also helps us understand how git works even if you are a complete noob. Also, to understand git and the commands and tools it offers, there is this crazy game named [Oh My Git](https://ohmygit.org/), introduced to me by my friend Yash D. that basically helps us understand git from a time traveller's perspective, and it is Amazing! Try it out!

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I didn't expect to say it this soon, but I'm enjoying working with TailwindCSS. I have used it for the AutoProject webapp. And with the help of LLMs, writing TailwindCSS has become quite easy. I often just describe the design I want and ask GPT to come up with the TailwindCSS for it. It works well, most of the times. Just a month or so ago, I talked about how I disliked Tailwind for its very long and verbose CSS classes. Every html element in your code will have a long list of class names to get the required design. I still dislike it, but after trying it more, I felt the productivity gain is worth it. Prior to this, I always preferred writing my own CSS because I wanted the design to be very unique and customized to me. In hindsight, that's still good but it reduced my shipping speed and added unnecessary "figuring it out" and "testing" overhead. I am continuing to write my personal CSS + Component library to factor in that uniqueness, but in the meantime, tailwind looks like an excellent tool to iterate very fast and build great looking UIs. With a stable Tailwind version 4 releasing soon, it looked like the right time to pick it up. In version 4, we can expect: - 10x faster builds - 35% smaller in size - Use of lightning CSS (I'm using this for my personal CSS library too!) - A custom parser that's 2X faster than PostCSS. (They literally designed new data structures to achieve this!) If you have been a skeptic like me, to Tailwind or CSS libraries in general, don't sleep on it. I'm thinking of migrating even TechFlix to TailwindCSS.

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Developers these days are so darned lazy. And cheap. OK, sorry, that was not fair. Developers have always been lazy and cheap. I was really surprised by this when I started out as a software developer, fresh out of college 25 years ago. I noticed that whenever my more experienced colleagues were asked to add new functionality, the first thing they did was to check if there was pre-existing code that did the job. Preferably free. This blew my mind. But as I thought more about it, it made sense. Especially after I attended a Business Strategy class at Southern Methodist University SMU Cox School of Business. Build vs Buy vs Reuse is a part of Business Strategy. Why build or buy something if it is freely available? When we start with something good-enough that is freely available, we can customize it to our needs. And if it is well-maintained, we get free upgrades. This frees up more time and money for us to build things that no one else can build as well as us, which makes customers very happy. It reduced the TCO (total cost of ownership) of our solutions and it increases our EBITDA, which usually makes investors very happy, which makes the board of directors very happy. So it turns out that developers are not only lazy and cheap, but they are also strategic and there is a lot we can learn from them. Especially when it comes to building Software Product Development Lifecycles. You may be tempted to reject the pre-existing frameworks and build your own because none of them are good enough for you. Newsflash! You might think you are unique and special and nobody is solving the specific kinds of problems you are. Maybe yes, maybe no. You are just as unique as every other snowflake. And while you might be doing something nobody else has done before, you don't need to develop your own SDLC. Think like a developer. Be lazy, cheap and strategic. Start with a pre-existing framework, make use of all the free training available on the market, and customize only what you need to. Your EBITDA will go up and your customers, investors and Board of Directors will be happy. You are welcome.

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Embedded developers with niche skills are like gold dust. If you find one, don’t hesitate... hire them quickly. I see over and over that these specialists are often snapped up by companies that understand their value. That means your hiring process needs to be not just fast, but also enticing. Competitive salaries, interesting projects, and a clear path for career growth are essential if you want to attract and retain this top talent. Speed and flexibility in hiring can make all the difference 🙏 The companies that adapt their recruitment strategies to move quickly are the ones that will come out on top.

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I've, personally, been fortunate not to meet any particularly grumpy developers. However, I couldn't agree more with the emphasis on the importance of healthy, positive, competent communication in tech - it's something I've always felt is inadequately discussed! I understand how easy it can be to single-mindedly pursue the advancement of one's technical skills - truly, I feel that struggle in my bones. But gosh, adept communication can take your career and your team to the next level. And, for what industry isn't that true, right? But in tech, we're uniquely surrounded with opportunities to not only improve our communication skills but also leverage the benefits of them! Internally, of course - a Scrum team, for example. The opportunity for practice and growth here is abundant thanks to the routine of the various Scrum ceremonies. You're given plenty of face time to get to know one another and learn how to cultivate positive, effective interactions at both an individual and team level. With these social skills, we create an environment in which each individual feels heard and supported. We also create a team environment where everyone feels empowered to be candid, because competent communication is about being able to passionately disagree while remaining respectful. Opposing ideas are debated, opinions thrive, and the product, in turn, thrives. Externally, too! Let's pivot to the customer experience. In SaaS, customer interactions are not transient. These are long-term relationships, and thus one has the potential to become more than a nameless technician in a call center, and rather a trusted advisor. And with that privilege comes honest feedback, and grace in the event of an escalation. Consumers in today's world crave authenticity, and this will become even more apparent with the advent of AI. Truly, you will never regret honing your communication skills. You will build authentic, long-lasting relationships, ultimately benefiting both the customer and the company.

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🚀 Exciting news from Parasoft! 🚀 They've just released the 2024.1 versions of their top-tier testing tools, including Jtest for Java, dotTEST for C#, .NET, and DTP for testing analytics. Here are some highlights: ✨ Jtest Enhancements ◼ AI-powered test templates in Unit Test Assistant for more control and customization. ◼ Real-time test impact analysis directly within the IDE, giving developers instant feedback on code changes. 🔍 dotTEST Updates: ◼ Integration with OpenAI/Azure OpenAI Service for AI-generated fixes in flow analysis violations. ◼ Support for the latest CWE list (4.14) and improved static analysis configurations. 🛡️ DTP Innovations: ◼ Accelerated security vulnerability remediation using AI, matching rule violations to known vulnerabilities with probability scores. These advancements are designed to streamline our workflows, enhance accuracy, and save valuable time. What do you think❓ #SoftwareTesting #Java #CSharp #DotNet #AI #Parasoft #SoftwareEngineering #CoreTalent #WeAreCoreTalent #Software #SoftwareJobs #SoftwareDevelopment

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It is that time of the year: @lxunos famous, bi-annually banger blogpost is out 🎉 Read in detail why we released embedding (now) and how he actually did it supporting React, Preact, Vue, Svelte, and SolidJS 🛠️ I gasped, when I read the part about angular 😮 https://lnkd.in/eg4BwSEn

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Why I’m Defending a Language Most Developers Love to Hate I was chatting with some of my colleagues recently and the usual criticisms of PHP came up — outdated, insecure, and only for small projects. Having worked with PHP for years, here’s why I believe it deserves more respect: Myth #1: PHP is Outdated Forget the old days. PHP 8 is modern, fast, and has many new features. It’s very much up-to-date. Myth #2: PHP is Insecure Security problems are usually about coding practices, not the language. PHP is as secure as any other language with the right frameworks and methods. Myth #3: PHP is for Small Projects Not true. PHP powers everything from WordPress to major high-traffic sites. It’s not just for small websites. So why does PHP often get a bad reputation? Is it simply because it is been around for a while and is not as trendy as other newer languages? Or is there a deeper misunderstanding of its capabilities? #SoftwareDevelopment #PHP #WebDevelopment #WebDesign

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Can I help senior developers? 🧐 Yes! In fact, my course was developed after watching thousands of senior developers make the same mistakes, over and over again, in how they present themselves via LinkedIn, résumé or during the interview. Telling senior developers that they are not great at something is a HARD sell! 🤭 The developers that did listen, at first, were juniors and those trying to break into tech. The truth is that the problems are the same. Whe those on my course land jobs, they often tell me that they endeavour to return when they need my help for the next career jump. I respond by stating that if they have listened ... they won't need me 🤯😲 What REALLY blows their minds is when I remind them that if they do come back for further help .... it's FREE. I will help you forever 🙇 #seniorsoftwareengineer #seniordeveloper #career #developer

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89% of hiring failures are due to poor culture fit, not lack of skills. Have you ever hired someone who has the embedded skills but just didn’t gel with the team? Unfortunately it can happen more often than you think. Hiring isn’t *just* about finding someone who can code; it’s about finding someone who fits your team. I think technical skills can be taught but a mismatch in culture is impossible to get over. If you're struggling to get the right culture fit for your team, ping me a message and we'll find the right people for you.

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Interesting Survey result from Stack Overflow https://lnkd.in/eH6dUJZ3 I'm impressed by: * In 2023 90K responded vs 65K in 2024 which seems to me SO is getting less popular maybe? * From 54K responded in 2024: 20% work in-person (office?) 42% Hybrid and 38% Remote, while in 2023 from 74K: 16% in-person, 41% remote, and still 42% * "JavaScript, Python and SQL are all highly-desired and admired programming languages, but Rust continues to be the most-admired programming language with an 83% score this year" -- Hmmm almost the same from 2023, so, it seems devs saying something like: "We want to use Rust, it is once and perform well, but we can't use it" What is the most interesting part(s) for you?

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Vercel Ship 2024 Keynote starting now. At the UpLeveled GmbH #nextlevelcodingschool as one of the view coding bootcamps worldwide we always work with the latest Next.js version out there 👩‍💻🚀 https://lnkd.in/dbvTf8yp #vercel #nextjs #next #viennacodingbootcamp #amsterdamcodingbootcamp #stateoftheart #techstack #codingbootcamp #learntocode #learncoding

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We’re getting close to typing some C#! We’ve described our components in plain language and listed their dependencies in the Architecture documents. At the very end of the stream, I talked a little bit about Contracts in software development, and why they’re important. We’ll talk about that some more this afternoon. The stream is archived in the usual place, I’ll link it in the comments. See y’all at 1:00 pm eastern over on Twitch! #thatDeveloperDad #liveCoding #softwareArchitecture #cSharp #dotNet 

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I wrote a blog post about the Vivaldi web browser from Vivaldi Technologies and why I use it as my primary browser. This post also contains links to a related video I created on the topic and a Vivaldi Community Talk conversation that I participated in. https://lnkd.in/duSATdt8 #Vivaldi #VivaldiBrowser #OnlineCommunity #WebBrowser #Browser #WorkProductivity

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Still on the lookout for a new C# developer contract, although hoping that hunt could be over this week, in the meantime I've been busy working on my own idea for some saas software. Added a little bit of intelligence to my prototype and some basic functionality backed by oauth. 4 apis and one azure function built using the onion architecture pattern and TDD with an Angular 17 shell application with the packages functionality imported from a micro front end for the front end. 12 pipelines built publishing my libraries to my private nuget, just started on building out my azure infrastructure, and will be building the CI/CD pipelines for deploying my apis, function and 2 angular sites over the course of this week. I have an opportunity to get some real world usage over the course of the next 3 months that I can use to flesh out the functionality for real world use cases and data/telemetry gathering, and begin to think of considerations such as service discovery, setup Azure App Configuration and production ready what I have created such as the oauth login process and tenant signup workflows. This should give me an opportunity to flesh out the ACL within the system as well as work on the UI and start to consider containerisation and getting that into the project early on if I can. The market may be quiet at the moment but I'm staying 100% match fit. (It is the Euros :)) I could only get the gif to be accepted by stripping out the frames so apologies for the speed

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Would you think, that cutting costs, increasing efficiency and at the same time saving our environment is possible? In my latest blog article you may find some impulses for your software development team(s): https://lnkd.in/eBK7ukff #greensoftware #cuttingcost #efficiency Write me some feedback in the comments, if you found something helpful or want to add something.

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