Category: Career
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Websites to learn how to code
Many a time have I been asked where are the best places to learn how to code. I learned directly from YouTube and by trial and error on my test project sites. With Cursor, Replit and Claude learning to code is easier than ever. What I’ve done here is list the best places I’ve learned…
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API Terminology Guide everything you need to know
My first attempt at building an API was a disaster I couldn’t fetch or read and my self-imposed deadline to deploy it in a production environment was running out. I had to scour hours of YouTube content just to work out why I couldn’t get it to work as planned. Some of the terminology was…
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Ergonomic Work From Home Accessories Must Haves!
Working from home has become the new norm for many of us, but have you ever stopped to think about how your workspace setup could be impacting your health and productivity? Enter ergonomic accessories – the game changers that can make a world of difference in your work from home experience. In this post, we’ll…
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Marc Zuckerberg drops wisdom nuggets at Chase Centre
Just over 6,000 tech-smart people streamed on into San Francisco’s Chase Center for the Acquired event featuring Marc Zuckerberg as guest speaker, a cavernous event space that is home to the Golden State Warriors and hosts pop stars like Olivia Rodrigo. Engineers, venture capitalists and other Silicon Valley digerati chatted as they found their seats,…
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How to use Docker for development
Understanding Docker Docker provides lightweight virtualization on your desktop using containers. Here’s what happens when you “docker build”, “docker pull”, “docker run”: 1. Docker Client talks to the Docker Daemon2. Docker Daemon manages containers and images3. Docker Registry stores images like on Docker Hub When you “docker run” a container: – Pull image from registry…
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How To Structure Your Resume
How to create a resume that’ll get you interviews (without getting lucky). There’s a process to crafting a great resume that sets you apart. Its the little things that give the reviewer a certain feel about your application over other people. I’ve seen thousands of resumes and I can count on two hands the number…
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Free Game Developer Course Materials
I’ve always imagined being a game developer when starting out working online. I thought it would be easy peesy and Id be a massive successful game developer building my own World of Warcraft game and my own GTA games. But this was also way back in 2014 and a lot has happened for me since…
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Rules for Teenagers to Become Men
This post comes from some downtime I had and seeing my friend lose his son he shared some things that he had wanted to say to his boy that he never got the chance to say. Heartbreaking and out of nowhere but he said some beautiful things as a dad that he should be proud…
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Breaking down Amazon FBA micro sale strategy
There’s this guy that keeps popping up on my Instagram who at first glance comes across as successful and knowledgable on FBA. His thing is that he sells everyday generic products at a medium price for a small profit, but he does it across around 80 products and this nets him $4M a year. What…
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Creating an Effective Software Authentication Page
One thing I spend WAY too much time on is platform authentication (AUTH) pages. I believe that they should be attractive e and useful instead of just a boring operational log in screen. I also would push hard to make popular SSO’s (Single Sign On) options like Apple, Google, Facebook etc available. With the increasing…
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Buy Vs Build Game Development
The natural evolution of on-demand consumers has made the game development industry shift to meet the demand of the consumer. Games cant take 4 years to develop anymore they need to aim for 12 months or less to stay relevant with the exception to the GTA’s of the world which can command the supply and…
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Game Design Psychology Levers
Psychology Levers Every Game Designer Should Know Game design is not just about creating visually appealing games; it also involves understanding the psychology of players. By incorporating psychological tricks into game design, designers can create more engaging and immersive gaming experiences. I know a good game design when I see one, even though I’m in…
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Read This If You Want To Be a Better Human
Warning I came out of the gate this morning with flames coming out of my eyes, energy bursting through the screen and from downing a cup of pre-workout after doing an actual workout so buckle up, this one has got some zing to it. I’ve shared below an image of Kobe Bryant and his 10…
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How To Climb Corporate Ladders
At every company, there are really talented people who don’t know how to stand out. Tech nerds, social butterflies and tomorrow’s leaders. They can all get where they want to go if they apply themselves. Its a combination of the following: Below is a breakdown of some useful tactics that have helped me stand out…
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How to Become a Professional Gamer
Professional gaming, also known as esports, has experienced a meteoric rise in popularity in recent years. What was once considered a niche hobby has now become a multi-billion dollar industry, attracting millions of viewers and players from around the world. The roots of professional gaming can be traced back to the early days of arcade…
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Connecting Domain, Hosting, and Websites: A Beginner’s Guide
Setting up your first website, whether it’s for a hobby or a business, is an exciting journey. To get started, you need to understand the fundamental steps of connecting your domain, hosting, and building your website. This guide will walk you through the process, making it easy for beginners to navigate. In my time I’ve…
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Corporate Terminology The Code
Maybe you and I have a lot in common in the workplace, you spend a lot of time sitting in meetings listening to people try to assert their position, explain their existence to others and waffle nonsense about “Blue Sky thinking”, “Parking lots” and other corporate middleman jargon to confuse everyone else while sounding like…
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How to setup a new website
Creating a new website is an exciting endeavour, but it’s crucial to approach it with a well-structured plan to ensure its success. I enjoy building things and creating different websites Here’s an article that guides you through the process of setting up a new website, covering key steps and considerations. Your Guide to Setting Up…
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How to check user profiles
On a Mac, you can check and change user profiles through the System Preferences. User profiles on a Mac are typically referred to as user accounts. I like having multiple profiles for various things when browsing online. A while back I was heavily into E-commerce and had every spy tool and automation tool stored on…