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If you&#8217;re passionate about technology and want to share your insights with the world, then this is for you.



Blogging is an essential part of being a developer and helps you build an online presence and attract potential employers.



It is also a great way to share your knowledge with the world, get feedback from other developers, and build your personal brand.



Here are some reasons why:



<ol><li>You are giving back to the community.</li><li>Improve your skill by reaffirming your knowledge.</li><li>Build your brand</li><li>Make money</li><li>Document your journey</li></ol>



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5 Reasons Why You Should Blog As A Developer

In order to be successful in the tech industry, it is important to continuously be learning new skills. Whether you are just starting out in your career or have been working in the industry for years, there is always room to learn something new.



Picking up a new skill can be intimidating, but it is worth it if it means being successful in tech.



Love this quote by @techcorner



What new skill would you learn next?



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It’s Important To Continuously Learn New Skills In Tech

In programming, a while loop is used to execute a set of statements repeatedly until a condition is met. The break statement is used to terminate the loop prematurely. When a while loop finally hits a break statement, it can be a relief. The break statement tells the while loop to stop running and to exit the current iteration. This can be helpful if the while loop is running an infinite loop or if it is stuck in a loop.



Feel free to drop your queries, suggestions, hugs or bugs down in the comments. I always look forward to hear from y’all!



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When A While Loop Finally Hits A Break Statement

It is NOT uncommon for people to change careers or learn new skills for them to earn a higher salary. However, it is rare to find someone who has doubled their tech salary in such a short amount of time. Though with the right skills and experience, you can easily double your tech salary in under five years.



To help you get started, Here’s how I doubled my tech salary in under 5 years:



✔️ Changing companies



✔️ Getting promoted



✔️ Talking to your coworkers about their salary



Are you planning to step up your career? How do you plan to get started? 🙂



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Change Careers Or Learn New Skills To Earn a Higher Salary

BE BRAVE &amp; TAKE RISKS! 📢



The importance of taking risks cannot be understated. Whether it is starting your own business or taking on a new project at work, embracing risk is essential to success. Of course, not all risks are equal, and some come with greater rewards than others.



It is essential to take risks if you want to be successful. Many people are content with working for someone else, but if you want to be your own boss and achieve true success, BE BRAVE &amp; TAKE RISKS! 📢



Taking risks can be scary, but it is always worth it in the end. Those who are unwilling to take risks are more likely to work for someone who is. Taking risks can lead to new opportunities and greater success. On the other hand, not taking risks would never let you achieve your dreams.



Bottom line: If you want to achieve something great, you have to be willing to take a chance.



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How Taking Risks Can Lead You to a Better Life

👉🏿 If you&#8217;re a software engineer, chances are you&#8217;ve been asked by your product manager to complete a task by tomorrow that you know will take longer.



Here&#8217;s why that&#8217;s a difficult question to answer:



However, if the task is one large chunk of work, it&#8217;s harder to estimate how long it will take.



What and how will you answer your boss if you’re in this situation?



Let us know in the comments below 👇🏿



It depends on the task. If it&#8217;s something that can be broken down into smaller tasks, then I can usually estimate how long each task will take and give a reasonable estimate.



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How To Use Deadlines Effectively In Product Management?

When you overhear someone complaining about a file you coded, it can be tempting to just ignore them. You know how frustrating it can be but try to remember that not every file is perfect. There will always be someone who finds something to complain about. 🤷🏿‍♀️



So don’t take it personally!



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When You Overhear Someone Complaining About a File You Coded

If you&#8217;re feeling confident at work and want to share an idea with your manager, go for it! It can be a nerve-wracking experience, but if your manager gives you praise in front of everyone, it&#8217;s a great sign — You may be pleasantly surprised when your manager gives you praise in front of everyone. This shows that your manager values your input and appreciates your hard work. Keep up the good work! It shows that you&#8217;re proactive and willing to take initiative. Plus, it will make your manager look good too.



So next time you have a great idea, speak up and see what happens! 😉



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Speak With Confidence At Work

In the world of programming, there is nothing more important than patience. It is something that you either love or hate. There are many people who love coding because it is a challenge and they enjoy the satisfaction of creating something that works. But when code doesn&#8217;t compile, it can be tempting to give up and move on to something else. However, with a little patience, success is always within reach.



It can be a love-hate relationship for sure.



What is your relationship like with code? 🤣



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What is Your Relationship Like With Code?

When I started my engineering job, I quickly realized I was the only black engineer at the company. It was a bit isolating at first, but then I found a whole community of black engineers online. This community has been a great source of support and information for me and helped me to adjust to my new environment.



ROLL CALL FOR ALL MY FELLOW BLACK TECHIES. WHERE Y’ALL AT!?!?



Make some noise below and leave a 🖤



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Online Community of Blacks in Tech

A new job is an exciting time full of possibilities. To make the most of it, there are a few things you should do.



Here are 6 things you should do to get off on the right foot:



<ol><li>Build relationships</li><li>Learn about the organization</li><li>Understand your job expectations</li><li>Ask questions</li><li>Define success with your manager</li><li>Research all your benefits</li></ol>



Save this post for later. 😉 🖤



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6 Things You Should Do When You Start a New Job

There are a lot of people who enjoy working by themselves. They like the idea of being in charge of their own work and not being micromanaged — and I am one of them. 😊



Do you like working alone? Do you like being in control of your work environment? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then working from home is probably the right choice for you. And if you’re lucky enough, you get to create your own work schedule and choose your own work hours. You also get to decide how many breaks you want to take and when you want to take them.



Isn’t that amazing?



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Working in a Team Vs Working Alone: Which Is Better?

Is it just me?! Or are we all on the same page? 😂



For some, this is a daily occurrence. Having so many tabs open can be overwhelming and cause anxiety that’s why closing lots and lots of tabs can feel like a weight has been lifted off of your shoulders.



I KNOW YOU FEEL THE SAME WAY! 🤪



When was the last time this happened to you?



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The Best Feeling: Closing All Your Tabs After Finishing a Project

Solving problems in tech can be enjoyable, especially when approached with optimism. Optimism allows for a positive outlook, which can lead to creative problem solving. A positive attitude also makes it more likely that others will want to help solve the problem.



When approaching problems with optimism, it&#8217;s important to be realistic about the situation and have a plan for solving the problem. But overall, enjoying the process of solving problems in tech is possible with the right mindset.



Are you ready to solve tech problems? Share your thoughts below 👇🏿



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Solving Challenging Technical Problems

If you&#8217;re like most developers, you&#8217;re used to getting those quick development tickets that are &#8220;supposedly&#8221; easy to complete. You know, the ones that are estimated to take an hour or two at most. But for some reasons, they always seem to take twice as long as you originally thought.



Well, there may be a reason for that… 😉



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Development Ticket Completed on Time

Compiling code can be a frustrating process for developers. The waiting time can vary depending on the size and complexity of the project. In some cases, it can take hours for the code to compile. This can be a significant problem if there are bugs in the code that need to be fixed urgently.



In some cases, developers may even have to wait for the entire codebase to compile before they can test their changes. This can be a hindrance to productivity, as developers are forced to wait around for their code to be ready.



What do you do while you wait for your code to compile?











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What Do You Usually Do When Waiting For Code to Compile

Money is always a hot topic, especially when it comes to our salaries. It&#8217;s no wonder that we&#8217;re always looking for ways to increase our earnings, and one way to do that is by job hopping. Every time you switch jobs, you have the potential to earn a 10% raise, which can add up over time.



Okay I’m not a job hopper! It’s very common in the tech industry to change jobs in order to get a pay increase or a promotion but the company won’t give it to them. If an employee is not happy with their current situation, they will usually look for another job that will offer them more money or a better position.



Would you rather stay with your current situation or look for another job?



Don’t settle for less, fellow techies!











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What is a Good Salary Increase When Switching Jobs?

Women have always been an integral part of the workforce. However, their contributions in the field of technology are often overlooked. In a sector that is male-dominated, women play a vital role in developing innovative solutions and bringing new ideas to the table.



Despite being underrepresented, women have made significant strides in the tech industry. The role of women in tech is more important than ever. Women are not only essential to the development and advancement of technology, but they also bring a unique perspective to the table — responsible for some of the most groundbreaking inventions and hold key positions in major tech companies.



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The Importance of Women in the Tech Industry

DO YOU HAVE AN UPCOMING PROGRAMMING JOB INTERVIEW? 🚨



If you&#8217;re looking for some extra help to prepare for your next programming job interview, check out these useful websites and online platforms:



✅ <a href="http://leetcode.com">leetcode.com</a>



✅ <a href="http://javarevisited.blogspot.com/">javarevisited.blogspot.com</a>



From mock interviews to coding challenges, these resources will help you brush up on your skills and ace the interview.











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📢 CODING VS PROGRAMMING. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE???



Coding and programming may seem like interchangeable terms, but there is a difference between the two:



✔️Coding is simply the process of writing code for a specific purpose like software, applications, or websites. In order to write code, you need to have a clear understanding of the syntax and semantics of the language you&#8217;re using



✔️ Programming, on the other hand, is the process of designing, developing, testing, and maintaining those software, applications, or websites. It not only a good understanding of the code, but also an understanding of how to put it all together to create a working program.



💡 In other words, coding is a specific task within programming. Most programmers know how to code, but not all coders are programmers.







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