But they really should be — Have you ever used something so amazing that could be a revolution in the way we write code, but later found that “nobody” cares? Real-time Code Coverage On a project I worked on in 2012, we were using a code coverage tool called NCrunch, which to this day I’d still consider more advanced…

Code architecture, test infrastructure and best practices — Let’s preface this article by addressing any assumptions of what I mean by the “perfect project”. I am referring to meticulous attention to detail, but not to the point of diminishing returns; we gave the appropriate amount of care and attention to all aspects of the project. It’s been 10…

Things I’ve seen and done over the years — In the spirit of Friday the 13th, I’d like to share some horror stories as a programmer. Whether nightmarish or entertaining, I hope it’s at least insightful. Edit: Normally, I want to put something positive out there and try not to focus too much on the bad, but this is…

Traits to admire in a programmer, and how to acquire them — In a perfect world, we can live by these seemingly reasonable standards as if they weren’t just ideals. In real-life workplaces, it usually doesn’t work that way for everyone. Some programmers possess admirable traits which others don’t. I’m not talking about IQ or raw talent; there are many brilliant people…

Check yourself before you wreck yourself — Your worse enemy “God, I feel so stupid and useless…I‘m not doing enough for our team’” I tiredly mutter to myself aloud, after hanging up from a Teams meeting, wondering when I’ll be laid off for underperforming. It is probably the third time such sentiment has left my lips this week. Not that…

And how to apply them — There are numerous concepts that a programmer learns in their career, but very few and far between will create a pivotal moment, where everything you look at afterwards is seen in a different light. I’ve found one of those moments years ago, and it’s too good not to share. Perhaps…