Weekly Digest #64
Articles
Why Disaster Happens at the Edges: An Introduction to Queue Theory
How one programmer broke the internet by deleting a tiny piece of code
A web of dependencies, removal of simple left-pad function/package repo causing many other packages to fail due to missing dependencies.
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome When Starting a Career in Tech
Imposter syndrome is described as “feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence that persist despite your education, experience and accomplishments.” Given the demanding transition from school into the tech industry, it is not hard to see why a majority of tech workers feel imposter syndrome at some point in their career.
- Manage expectations
- Partner with a mentor
Developers mentoring other developers: practices I’ve seen work well
- Get clarity on what the mentee needs
- What change do you want to see in the next three months, year, and five years?
- What are your career goals?
- What are your personal goals?
- What do you think is holding you back from reaching your goals?
2. Dig deeper
- What made you decide on this career move?
- How did you decide which goals to have?
- Why do you think ___ is holding you back from reaching your goals?
- What are you most afraid of and why?
3. Brainstorm ideas
4. Share stories
5. Create a plan
Tutorials
How to Become a Blockchain Engineer
Tools
code2flow, generates call graphs for dynamic programming language. Code2flow supports Python, Javascript, Ruby, and PHP.
flyte, a workflow automation platform for complex, mission-critical data, and ML processes at scale
Off-topic
This Apocalyptic Tank Fights Giant Fires With Twin Jet Engines
The Assassin’s Teapot: How it works?
