Bondora’s Post

FOMO in software engineering 😱 On a daily basis a new framework and technology is born, being the fastest, the best the most incredible technology ever seen. Staying on top of what’s out there is important, but it’s equally (read: MORE) important to be able to determine whether they would make sense and drive value towards your product, business and most importantly your end users. Heck, I’ve been there myself, being too enthusiastic about all things new, but one thing I’ve become increasingly aware of is: The users don’t care. Not one bit. They need a job to be done. Being too immersed in new tech and frameworks, risking adding unnecessary complexity to your product and code base, however cool and impressive it might look and sound, is not driving progress and value. In many cases it brings headaches and tech debt. Keep to the basics, grounded in solid and well-known tools and technology, and keep a sharp focus on user-centric and value driven approach.

I just read a good article about Software engineering, and I want to share it with you all.

Step down from the rigid path and Fall into Freedom to achieve more. As much as it applies in general to our lives I find it super relevant to our product and software engineering work. Read on ... https://lnkd.in/dc9urf83

🚀 Software Engineering Challenges Revealed! 🚀 We asked and you answered! In our recent poll, you shared your thoughts on what the most challenging aspect of software engineering was. The winner, with a whopping 52% of the votes, was Debugging & Troubleshooting. A big thank you to everyone who participated and helped shed light on the challenges that software engineers face. Your input is invaluable! Stay tuned for more engaging discussions and insights from the world of software engineering. 💻🌟 #SoftwareEngineering #Challenges

In the software engineering world, technical skills can only get you so far. When trying to get your first position as a Software Engineer, one skill that might get overlooked is being able to work as part of a team. In this weeks episode. Eric Winkelspecht and Matt Ehrlich 👨💻 discuss their views on working on a Software Engineering team. A link to this weeks episode will be in the comments. #softwareengineering #webdevelopment #softwaredevelopment

It's #NationalCodingWeek and Inspired Testing celebrates quality code. #Softwaretesting contributes to quality code by systematically identifying and addressing defects, bugs, and issues in the software. It verifies that the code functions correctly, meets requirements, and performs reliably under different conditions. Through thorough testing, developers can catch and fix errors early in the development process (SDLC), reducing the likelihood of critical issues in production. This leads to increased software stability, better user experiences, and higher customer satisfaction, ultimately resulting in the delivery of high-quality code that meets or exceeds expectations. #softwareengineering #softwaredevelopment @codingweek

📚 Sharing some insightful reads from last week: 1️⃣ "Feature flags are ruining your codebase" by Anton Zaides: Anton provides valuable insights into effectively utilising feature flags, discussing types, lifetimes, and management strategies. Link: https://lnkd.in/dDGTYyVS 2️⃣ "How to Write Great Tech Specs" by Nicola Ballotta: Nicola delves into the significance of tech specs documents, the challenges in creating them, practical creation methods including his Notion system, and offers helpful tips. Link: https://lnkd.in/dJsMQ_MD 3️⃣ "5 Lessons I learned the hard way from 6 years as a software engineer" by Jordan Cutler: Jordan reflects on key lessons learned over 6 years in software engineering, offering invaluable insights drawn from personal experiences. Link: https://lnkd.in/dvHjkr-7 Hope these resources prove as valuable to you as they did to me! 🚀

Holiday thoughts for software engineering and beyond: 1. Don’t code in a silo: pair, mob, swarm, ensemble—whatever you call it, the interpersonal reintegration costs of your solo efforts are seldom worth doing without it. 2. Networking and politicking at work don’t have to be unctuous, opportunistic, or cynical. At the end of the day, you’re just getting to know people, and relationships are more valuable than just about everything else in life. 3. Avoid “technical initiatives” whenever possible. Instead, advocate for the technical excellence of the final product and make the so-called non-functional requirements non-negotiable for a project to be considered Done. What are you up late reflecting back on as 2023 winds to a close?

7 years ago, we embarked on a journey to co-found a software company. Little did we know just how much the software world would evolve and shape our lives at that time. And no, I'm not referring to the era of "Where do I insert this CD?" (I may not be that old, but I still remember those days!). When we started in this industry, things were different. Times when certain shortcuts weren't available, and we had to rely on our own ingenuity to solve complex coding problems. But you know what? Those challenging times made us stronger. We had to dig deep and find innovative solutions to overcome obstacles. Today, people becoming programmers have the advantage of discovering modern software engineering. They learn the best approaches and read about their benefits, but they may not fully understand what it is like without them. Here's the thing. While having these advancements at our fingertips is great, we must never forget where we came from and honor the lessons learned and the hard work it took to reach this point. Now, after years of experience, I finally understand the ➕ Advantage that more experienced colleagues had when we were just starting out.  ➕ Long-lasting benefits of doing things right the first time. ➕ Importance of understanding the underlying principles and the history behind them. Working in a time of limited resources and raw skills has shaped our programming approach today. Let's embrace the present, but let's not forget the past. It's what made us who we are today. 🎉 Happy 7th anniversary to me, to the Wingravity team, and to all the amazing people who are part of our journey! 🎉 Here's to another 7 years of innovation, collaboration, and success! 🥂

Exciting news! 📢 Curious about software development and its role in shaping our technological methods? Look no further! 🧩🖥️ Check out this enlightening blog post that delves into the definition, processes, and types of software engineering. From designing to testing, this post covers it all! 📝💻 Don't miss out on gaining a comprehensive understanding of this crucial aspect of the tech industry. Click the link below to read more! 👇🔗 https://lnkd.in/dSas6yqw