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  1. ryanmaynard

    MOAR SMILIES

    :excitementhype:
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    Black Friday/Cyber Monday Horror Stories

    That's awesome! Thanks for answering, I'm not ultra experienced there and its cool to hear/see what its capable of (far beyond what i've ever needed to build).
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    Black Friday/Cyber Monday Horror Stories

    17 releases during BFCM is intense! Never seen queue volumes spike quite like that before. Was there one deployment that cracked it, or did you end up tuning things gradually? Curious if you landed on queue prefetch adjustments or if you had to break out the bigger guns like DLX or shovel.
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    How to Negotiate Your Engineering Salary like a Pro

    How to Negotiate Your Software Engineering Salary Like a Pro Negotiating a salary for a software engineering role can feel daunting, but it’s a critical skill that can significantly impact your career trajectory and financial growth. Fortunately, there are proven negotiation frameworks that can...
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    Move Politics To The Forums

    Disclaimer: I personally don't mind of any potential outcome; kill the channel, move to forums, nuke all, etc. Prediction: Along with James, I think the public and archival nature of forums will serve as friction. Even with purging, nothing prevents it being indexed or archived. Between that...
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    Must-have apps on a clean OS

    I'll setup gnu-stow for my dotfiles and setup.sh but usually by the time I'm setting up a new device, my setup.sh list has changed. Mac: +1 for Obsidian. With plugins, you can make it into anything you need it to be. Cannoli is the coolest Obsidian plugin I've found to date. Nota looks...
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    A Freelancer’s Guide to Securing the Right Clients

    Finding the right clients is crucial for a successful freelance career. It’s not just about filling your schedule—it’s about cultivating relationships with clients who respect your work, pay on time, and value your expertise. Here’s how to attract and maintain the ideal clientele. 1. Identify...
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    Must-have apps on a clean OS

    This one is OS agnostic. You have a device you've just done a clean install on, or unboxed. What apps are your must-have on it and what OS is it on?
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    Going Where the Money Is: A Veteran’s Guide to Building Software Products that Sell

    After 15 years in the software industry, one thing is clear: to build a successful product, you need to go where the money is. This means targeting the right customers, solving the right problems, and structuring your business to ensure sustainable growth. Here’s how you can do just that by...
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    Must-haves for The Ultimate Home Office

    Must-Haves for the Ultimate Home Office Creating a home office that maximizes productivity and comfort requires more than just a desk and chair. Here’s a roundup of must-have items based on a discussion among seasoned professionals in a Slack channel, compiled for your ultimate home office...
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    Wat - Gary Bernhardt

    18 Yr Old Buys a Mainframe
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    Wat - Gary Bernhardt

    YES! Quick, everyone upload all the classic tech talks from over the years. YOU SUCK AT EXCEL, by Joel
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    Wat - Gary Bernhardt

    Gary Bernhardt's 4:17-minute lightning talk at CodeMash 2012, which became an instant classic.
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    Forum Suggestions

    If you want to add a 'Mobile' section under languages, I'll happily start writing content on Flutter, Dart, React Native, Swift, Kotlin, SwiftUI, etc
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    Advanced Ruby: Intermediate Techniques from a Senior Developer

    Advanced Ruby: Intermediate Techniques from a Senior Developer In this post, I'll share some of the techniques, tools, and insights that have served me well over the years. Whether you're a seasoned Ruby developer or looking to level up your skills, I hope you'll find something valuable here...
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    Optimizing Python for High Performance: Techniques and Tools

    Optimizing Python for High Performance: Techniques and Tools Python is versatile, but it's not always the fastest. If you’ve ever found yourself waiting for a script to finish or struggling with performance bottlenecks, this post is for you. I've put together a few methods and tools to help you...
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    Integrating Python with Rust for High-Performance Extensions

    Integrating Python with Rust for High-Performance Extensions Python is accessible and useful for many things, but sometimes you need more speed. That’s where Rust comes in. By integrating Rust with Python, you can create high-performance extensions that give your Python code a serious speed...
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    Building Business Credit for a New Business: Achieving a PAYDEX Score of 90 or Higher

    12. Specific Sequence to Boost PAYDEX Score Here's a recommended sequence of actions to build and maintain a PAYDEX score of 90 or higher: Register and Get a D-U-N-S Number from D&B. Establish Vendor Tradelines (e.g., Uline, Quill, Grainger) and ensure timely payments. Add Retail and Fleet...
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    Building Business Credit for a New Business: Achieving a PAYDEX Score of 90 or Higher

    Building Business Credit for a New Business: Achieving a PAYDEX Score of 90 or Higher Establishing business credit is crucial for the growth and sustainability of your new business. A strong business credit profile not only helps secure loans and lines of credit but also enhances your company's...
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    Maximizing Tax Write-Offs for Indie Developer Firms

    Title: Maximizing Tax Write-Offs for Indie Developer Firms Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer or tax professional. The information below is based on my experience and is for informational purposes only. If you get in trouble for mislabeling your taxes because you didn't consult a professional, YOU...
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