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Embarking on a New Chapter: Andy's Journey to 26

Embarking on a New Chapter: Andy's Journey to 26

Join me as I transition from DEPT® to a new role as Technical Architect at 26, celebrating an 8-year journey of growth and looking forward to innovative challenges ahead.
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Mastering the 7-Second Rule in Collaborative Problem-Solving

Mastering the 7-Second Rule in Collaborative Problem-Solving

Explore the 7-second rule's transformative impact on group discussions and brainstorming sessions in digital agencies, promoting inclusivity, creativity, and thoughtful participation.
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The Iron Triangle: A Developer's Guide to Navigating Constraints

The Iron Triangle: A Developer's Guide to Navigating Constraints

In the world of software development, the Iron Triangle (also known as the Project Management Triangle) serves as a visual metaphor to understand the constraints of project management: scope, time, and cost. For developers, working within these constraints can often feel like trying to solve a puzzle where every piece affects the others.
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The Developer's Guide to Time Management: Mastering the "Four Ds" in a Digital Agency

The Developer's Guide to Time Management: Mastering the "Four Ds" in a Digital Agency

Discover the power of the 'Four Ds' of time management — Do, Delegate, Defer, Delete — tailored for developers at all levels in digital agencies. From junior coders to senior architects, learn how to enhance productivity, streamline projects, and foster team collaboration for maximum efficiency and innovation at a digital agency.
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Setting Up Optimizely on Aspire: A Developer's Walkthrough

Setting Up Optimizely on Aspire: A Developer's Walkthrough

Explore the step-by-step guide to setting up Optimizely with dotnet aspire and C# 8.0, tailored for developers seeking to enhance their digital projects. Dive into my comprehensive walkthrough on the Optimizely Aspire GitHub repository.
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Bridging the Gap in Computer Science Education: Teaching My Son Python

Bridging the Gap in Computer Science Education: Teaching My Son Python

Explore how I'm helping my son learn Python to bridge the gap in computer science education. As the head of .NET development at DEPT® and a concerned parent, I understand the importance of equipping our children with essential skills for the future. Join me on this journey to empower the next generation with programming fundamentals, problem-solving abilities, and a growth mindset. Together, we can ensure they thrive in a technology-driven world.
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Unlocking Your Potential: My Tips on How Developers Can Become the Best They Can Be

Unlocking Your Potential: My Tips on How Developers Can Become the Best They Can Be

As the head of development at DEPT®, I've seen firsthand that being a great developer means more than just writing clean and efficient code. To truly excel in this field, you must adopt a mindset of continuous improvement, be open to learning new skills and technologies, and develop a deep understanding of the underlying infrastructure and engineering aspects. In this blog post, I will share some key strategies that have helped my team and me unlock our full potential and become the best developers we can be.
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My Journey to Sandan: Reflections on Passing my 3rd Dan Grading in Japanese Jiu-Jitsu

My Journey to Sandan: Reflections on Passing my 3rd Dan Grading in Japanese Jiu-Jitsu

I recently passed my Sandan (3rd Dan) grading in Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, and it was an experience I will never forget. The journey to this point has been a long and challenging one, filled with ups and downs, but ultimately, it was a moment of triumph that made all the hard work and dedication worthwhile. In this blog post, I want to share my reflections on the journey to Sandan, and what it took to achieve this significant milestone in my martial arts journey.
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Why Martial Arts Can Make You a Better Software Developer

Why Martial Arts Can Make You a Better Software Developer

As a software developer, you're always looking for ways to improve your skills, stay focused, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. But have you ever considered the benefits of practicing martial arts? From physical fitness and mental toughness to stress relief and self-defense, martial arts training can provide numerous benefits that can help you become a better software developer. In this post, we'll explore some of the top reasons why martial arts can benefit software developers, and how you can get started with your own martial arts training journey.
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Why every web developer should have k6 installed

Why every web developer should have k6 installed

Discussing the benefits of local load testing, and how k6 can also be used for regression/integration testing
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Running Optimizely 12 on a Mac

Running Optimizely 12 on a Mac

Now that Optimizely 12 runs on .NET 5 it can be run on a Mac, and with most front enders using Macs, I thought it might be useful to demonstrate the steps on how to get it up and running on a Mac.
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So what does a Technical Architect do?

So what does a Technical Architect do?

The role of a Technical Architect seems to be on of the more fluid roles in a Digital Agency, each Technical Architect has different skills, and each project has different requirements.
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