Tag: career

All the articles with the tag "career".

• Strategies for Writing Useful Tests

  Published:Jun 11, 2016

  |9 min read

  I used to hate writing tests—they felt like a waste of time, took forever to run, and broke constantly. Now I actually enjoy it. Here are the strategies that transformed my approach to testing from dread to delight.

• How to Land the Right Tech Job for You

  Published:Jan 21, 2016

  |21 min read

  Job hunting can feel like shopping for a new car—exciting at first, then intimidating and hopeless. Having been both a candidate and an interviewer, I've put together this comprehensive guide to help you navigate the process and land the right tech job.

• How to Prepare for Talks

  Published:Nov 1, 2015

  |6 min read

  Preparing for a technical talk can feel overwhelming, but I've learned something new every time I've given one. This 11-step process covers everything from choosing a topic to handling Q&A, helping you go from idea to presentation.

• Impostor Syndrome and Me

  Published:May 27, 2015

  |6 min read

  I've struggled with impostor syndrome throughout my career, from my first programming job to joining Amazon. What I've learned about recognizing it and working through those feelings of not being good enough.