Bad Habits We Learn in School
One of the most pervasive problems in the tech industry is poor work-life balance. Long hours and “death marches” can seem like the norm, especially when you...
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Tips for New Software Developers
Amazon is a fast-paced, decentralized and constantly changing environment. It can be a bit of a shock to new people coming into the company. Because of this,...
Don’t Worry About Failure…Embrace It!
A member of a team I’ve been mentoring recently confided in me that he had decided it was time to move on and try working on another team. Amazon has a very ...
My Favorite Microwave
I recently read this blog post, which describes how microwaves have gotten caught in the trap of adding features that no one needs while usability for the co...
How to Set the Technical Direction for Your Team
I’ve found that one of the keys to a productive and happy development team is when every member of the team understands (1) the technical direction of the te...