Reflecting on my 20-year journey as a software developer, I realize some things I wish I had started doing sooner. These practices, habits, and mindsets would have accelerated my growth, expanded my knowledge, and enhanced my overall experience as a developer.

Approaching interviews with the right attitude can go a long way: stay humble, ask questions, think in tradeoffs, communicate your thought process and listen to your interviewer.

Introduction After struggling a lot with my mental health (anxiety, depressive condition) for several years, I was diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, commonly known as ADHD, at the age of 44. This diagnosis shocked me a lot: I wasn’t a wild child, in fact, I was even a good pupil. With the help of my therapist, […]