Community Picks·2yHow We Help Our Developers Get More Done in 4 Days Than Most Do in 5
Developers at Tighten utilize 20% time, a day dedicated to personal growth and contributions to the programming community. This approach increases their productivity, skills, and knowledge, resulting in higher quality work for clients. Additionally, Tighten advocates for a four-day work week to improve work-life balance and prevent burnout.
Medium·2yThe Compounding Effect of Knowledge
The post explores the compounding effect of knowledge and the importance of continuous learning. It highlights the benefits of having a mentor, becoming a self-directed learner, and embracing challenges to grow. The author also discusses the role of leadership and the intersection of technical and organizational knowledge.
Community Picks·2yHow to keep engineers out of meeting hell
Ways to improve meetings for engineers: encourage asking when the meeting will end, focus on clear and achievable outcomes, utilize decision meetings, choose optimal meeting times, run quick retrospectives, and consider alternative communication methods.
Mozilla·2yA New Chapter For Mozilla
Mozilla announces a leadership transition as the CEO transitions to the role of Executive Chairwoman. Laura Chambers will take over as CEO and focus on refining the company's vision and strategy, as well as improving execution and bringing new products to market. The future of Mozilla lies in forging a better future for the internet.
Hacker News·2yFrom engineer to manager: what I love, what I hate
Moving from an IC engineering role to a management position has its ups and downs. The benefits include greater impact, career opportunities, transferable skills, less knowledge rot, and new challenges. The drawbacks include dealing with corporate BS, navigating awkward social situations, the impact on work-life balance, and a longer feedback loop for actions.
Community Picks·2y6 managing up techniques for senior ICs
This post discusses the importance of managing up techniques for senior ICs and provides tips on how to establish trust, ensure career growth, and avoid micromanagement. It explores scenarios where managing up is required and offers core techniques for effective managing upwards.
