Newsletters

On Being a Free Software Maintainer

April 07, 2019

In this issue, explore the journey of a free software maintainer, discover the benefits of switching from Disqus to Commento, and learn about unconventional RAM upgrades. Plus, dive into the tech frenzy that software engineers often experience.

Dumbass Home 2.0

March 31, 2019

This issue explores the quirky side of tech with "Dumbass Home 2.0," offers insights on hiring software engineers, clarifies software roles and titles, and dives into CSS hyphenation. Perfect for tech enthusiasts.

The Deadlock Empire

March 24, 2019

In this issue, explore the intricacies of multi-threaded programming, discover effective lecture note-taking with LaTeX and Vim, and ponder the unwritten rules of software engineering. Plus, shocking revelations about Facebook's password practices.

Technical Debt is like Tetris

March 17, 2019

Explore this issue's insights on technical debt through a Tetris analogy, the challenges of code documentation, a gentle dive into multithreading, and the push for diversity in tech at PyGotham. Plus, discover programming language philosophies.

Consistent coding styles across various editors and IDEs

March 10, 2019

In this issue, explore tools for consistent coding styles with EditorConfig, learn about XKCD-style plots in Matplotlib, dive into Continuous Integration, and reflect on technical debt and lessons from software rewrites.

Programming Books You Wish You Read Earlier

March 03, 2019

This issue features must-read programming books, essential software development laws, tips for managing Git configurations, a demo of a CSS 3D engine, and insights into startup engineering challenges.

Don't Get Clever with Login Forms

February 24, 2019

This issue explores the evolution of login forms, the resurgence of PostgreSQL's window functions, insights into programming languages, and common pitfalls of A/B testing. Plus, discover why SQL is a must-have skill in tech.

Opportunity Cost for developers — or how I stopped worrying about the future and learned to code for the present

February 17, 2019

This issue explores opportunity cost in coding, work/life balance in job searches, timeless insights from the 1968 NATO Software Engineering Conference, and the complexities of CAPTCHA. Dive into these thought-provoking topics.

OOP Before OOP with Simula

February 10, 2019

In this issue, explore the philosophical side of programming with "OOP Before OOP," uncover the truths about event sourcing, gain insights from seasoned developers, and understand the journey of a SQL query.

How to Hack an Expensive Camera and Not Get Killed by Your Wife

February 03, 2019

This week’s issue features a mix of engaging reads: a humorous take on buying a Leica camera, insights into software development estimates, the importance of queueing theory, and practical tips for Linux hardening.

The Internals of PostgreSQL : Introduction

January 27, 2019

In this issue, dive into PostgreSQL's internals, explore the importance of HTTPS for APT, discover data structures to impress in interviews, and gain insights on operability. Plus, get a look at Google interview questions deconstructed.

The State Of Software Security In 2019

January 20, 2019

This issue explores key insights in software security trends, a comprehensive look at 2018 Mac malware, the advantages of random test generators, effective Git teaching strategies, and the future of interplanetary internet.

How to Start Learning Computer Graphics Programming

January 13, 2019

In this issue, explore essential topics from learning computer graphics programming to GitHub's new unlimited private repositories. Dive into text distance metrics, sed utility for text transformation, and a look at MS-DOS viruses.

Microsoft changed how it interviews developers

January 06, 2019

In this issue, explore Microsoft's interview transformation under Satya Nadella, the art of documentation in software projects, the challenges of DOOM console ports, the iconic Raspberry Pi story, and the debate on monorepos vs. polyrepos.

The node_modules problem

December 30, 2018

This week’s newsletter features insights on tackling the node_modules dilemma, solving mysteries with Prolog, highlights from Game Off 2018, and the history of Nintendo's lost SimCity. Don’t miss out.

Python program that calculates the most commonly used words in subreddits

December 23, 2018

This week’s issue features a Python project for analyzing subreddit word usage, tips for managing technical debt, insights on software velocity, building an affordable search engine, and a nostalgic Spotify player for the Mac SE/30.

The Architecture and History of Git: A Distributed Version Control System

December 16, 2018

Dive into this issue featuring the rise of Git, the benefits of horizontal scaling, and a hands-on guide to writing your own virtual machine. Plus, explore HTTP compression and a unique take on menu searching for programmers.

TLDR Newsletter

December 09, 2018

This issue features insights on startup stories, a dive into Java performance quirks, monitoring practices from Stack Overflow, and tips for securing sensitive data in Rails. Stay informed and enhance your skills.

Every 7.8μs your computer’s memory has a hiccup

December 02, 2018

In this issue, explore fascinating insights on computer memory, the risks of using target="_blank" in links, the value of optimization in coding, and strategies for handling challenging team dynamics in software projects.

Mega Project List

November 25, 2018

In this issue, explore a curated selection of resources: tackle a Mega Project List for coders, examine the impact of digitization on healthcare, and dive into insights on HTTP/3 and advanced web security topics.