JWT in Python
JWT stands for JSON Web Token, which is a standard that defines how to send JSON objects compactly. The data in a JWT can be validated at any given time since the token is digitally signed. The JWT has three…
The Top Skill for a Software Developer
The #1 skill for a Software Developer is Adaptability or Learn to Learn (fast). If your career is long enough, after the frustration of seeing your favorite framework become "uncool" a few times, you will start to not care anymore.…
Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) in Python
If you need a refresher on Object-Oriented Programming before reading this article, here is all you need: Classes and Objects in Python Object-Oriented Programming: Encapsulation in Python Inheritance in Python Object-Oriented Programming: Polymorphism in Python The Single Responsibility Principle (SRP)…
The side project myth is getting out of control
I was reading this thread on Hackernews about Recruiters want people who do side projects, yet contracts forbid them?. The discussion is very interesting and boils down to "Does it even make sense to spend time on side projects or…
Do you want to be a Developer?
Maybe you are trying to enter the tech field with the thought of "Hey, I want to work in tech, I want to be a Developer". Tech is all the hype these days and the first career option that pops…
State of Data Science 2021: Popularity of Python
Python continues to be an excellent choice if you are entering the data science field. Python still dominates and is the most popular language, particularly among younger generations. 88% of students surveyed are learning Python in preparation for a data…
Edge Cases are the hardest parts of a Developer’s job
If you are a developer with not much experience you might feel like a lot of the parts of your job are really hard. The framework doesn’t behave as it should. The database is locking. The language you are using…
A Portfolio of Small Bets
Last week I posted an article about Side Projects and Small Bets as a Developer. In this article, I want to expand on this concept of Small Bets and how you can have a Portfolio of Small Bets by giving…
Side Projects and Small Bets as a Developer
Last week I posted an article about Why become a Software Developer. If the market is that good and the expectations are even better for Software Developers, should you worry about having your own side projects? Much is said about…
Why become a Software Developer
The software development market is only getting better for a few years now and the projection is for this market to grow even more in the upcoming years both in size and value. If you are an experienced developer, recruiters…