Antifragility for Senior Engineers
In our world, there are many things that can be considered fragile. Imagine, for example, a glass or a balloon. These objects are destroyed by lowprob...
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Fast, practical ideas for senior engineers. Each tip is intentionally short so you can absorb it in a minute and apply it right away.
Deep Technical Understanding: Beyond Business Knowledge
In our testing bubble, much is said about a deep business understanding of the tested application/functionality. We have coined many terms, more or le...
Read tipElevate Your Perspective: Strategic Thinking for Senior Engineers
In ancient battles, generals would often stand on the highest hill to get a clear view of the entire battlefield. This wide perspective allowed them t...
Read tipThe Feynman Technique for Senior Engineers
Getting acquainted with and understanding the work of Professor Richard Feynman has greatly enriched my life. To fully grasp his ideas, I recommend st...
Read tipThe Power of Interdisciplinary Thinking
As noted by many Staff and Principal engineers, a recurring theme emerges: interdisciplinarity. It is essential to move beyond the conventional realm...
Read tipKeep Coding: A Staff Engineer's Perspective
One of the aspects of working as a Staff Engineer that divides authors the most is dedicating one's own work time to programming. Some encourage doing...
Read tipThe Power of Regular Reading for Senior Engineers
One of the major challenges faced by seniors aspiring to climb higher is working on complex projects where the goals are known, but the exact path to...
Read tipFrom Consumer to Producer: A Senior's Journey
One of the key challenges that seniors who want to continue developing face is the need to shift their mindset from being a passive consumer to becomi...
Read tipEssential Books for Staff Engineering
Books I recommend for seniors wanting to reach higher: Staff Engineer: Leadership beyond the management track The Software Engineer's Guidebook The St...
Read tipThe T-Model for Senior Career Growth
The TModel offers a straightforward way to assess our skills. The vertical part of the "T" represents deep expertise in a specific area (like Java, Pl...
Read tipVisibility and Impact for Senior Engineers
One of the simplest tips that can be given to seniors is to prioritize their work in such a way that it aligns with the business goals of the company....
Read tipWriting as a Career Accelerator
Among the many skills that can set you apart in your field, writing stands out. And I don't just mean writing code; I'm talking about crafting documen...
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