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Continue reading →: Clean Code: Core PrinciplesThis guide empowers aspiring developers, including students, self-taught programmers, and recent graduates, to master the art of clean coding. It delves into the core principles of clean code, emphasizing its numerous advantages such as smoother collaboration, simplified maintenance, and the ability to build future-proof software. Additionally, the guide offers practical…
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Coding Like a Pro with Style Guides
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Continue reading →: From the Other Side of the Screen: Devs are People TooSoftware developers understand user frustration and aim to improve collaboration. Tips include providing specific issue details, utilizing screenshots, offering positive feedback, expressing clear feature feedback, and understanding the human side of developers.
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SQL Database Dictionary: The Building Blocks
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Continue reading →: Mental Health of Developers in the Open Source LandscapeSoftware developers, especially those contributing to open source projects, face mental health challenges for a variety of reasons. To support developers, businesses can invest in training, raise awareness, create an appreciation culture, and promote sustainable practices.
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Continue reading →: Rookie Mistakes by New Developers: Avoiding Reinventing the WheelOne of the biggest pitfalls that ensnares rookie developers is the temptation to reinvent the wheel. We’ve all been there – you need to add a specific functionality to your application, so you roll up your sleeves and dive into writing a custom implementation from scratch.
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Continue reading →: Code Whisperers Get Vocal
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Hello,
I’m Tim
Welcome to my cozy corner of the internet dedicated to mental health and software development. Here, I invite you to join me on a journey of creativity, self-discovery, and personal growth. In this space, we’ll explore the intricate connections between our mental well-being and the art of coding! Together, we’ll unravel the mysteries of code and the complexities of the human mind, finding solace and inspiration in the intersection of these two worlds.
TIM COATES 