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Ignore the Grifters - AI Isn't Going to Kill the Software Industry

Ignore the Grifters - AI Isn't Going to Kill the Software Industry

I feel like half of my social media feed is composed of AI grifters saying software developers are not going to make it. Combine that sentiment with some economic headwinds and it's easy to feel like we're all screwed. I think that's bullshit. The best days of our industry lie ahead.

The Tech Lead's Schedule Kinda Sucks

The Tech Lead's Schedule Kinda Sucks

Makers need long stretches of time so they can concentrate. Managers schedule meetings for most of their day, so they don't care. Leads have to go to additional meetings while also making things. Being a lead can be rough, so here are three strategies to adapt.