The Twelve-Factor App, Part 1: Codebase
This week, I'm going to go dig into a few of Heroku's Twelve-Factor Application Model. Today's episode will be focused around codebase also known as a repository. We'll talk about understanding codeba...
17 Aug 201514min
Mutable States, Refactory Tips & Reasonable Code Techniques
In today's episode I'll dig into mutable states and go over two things you can do to get away from relying on external states so you can read and test methods. Be sure to check out Sandy Metz's 2015 ...
15 Aug 201511min
Reading the Manual
In today's episode, I talk about the importance of stopping assumptions in their tracks by reading manuals. I'll go over documentation, and tips to get you started on the fundamentals of manual readin...
12 Aug 201514min
Intentional Problem Solving: How To Work It Out, Without Google
In today's episode, I talk about intentional problem solving and challenge listeners to stop reaching for the quickest answer and instead experience the problem. During today's episode I provide some ...
10 Aug 201513min
Listener Question: Dhruv Asks, "What should a beginner like me work on?"
In today's episode I respond to a listener question that came in from Dhruv, who asks, "What should a beginner like me work on?" Aside from being a better coder, where should you expand your knowledge...
7 Aug 201521min
The Power of the Minute & Engineering Memorable Experiences
On Today's episode, I talk about making a good first impression. How can we engineer memorable moments that will create a positive impact on how people will remember your product or service? We don't ...
5 Aug 201513min
Single Responsibility Principle: A Class Should Have One, and Only One Reason to Change
In today's episode I review why focus is so important to coding by diving into the Solid Principles developed by Robert C. Martin also known as "Uncle Bob" and the importance of the Single Responsibil...
3 Aug 20159min
Listener Question: Janus asks, As a Designer, when should I let someone else do the code heavy lifting?
Today's episode, I answer a listener question from Janus, who focuses primarily on User Experience and Design. Janus asks, How much code should I know before handing it to a developer? Programming isn...
31 Jul 201522min
