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From Las Vegas to Canyons

Last Friday, I flew to Las Vegas, not for the casinos, but for an adventure that promised the raw beauty of the American Southwest. I went to the hotel and crashed. My journey into nature began early Saturday at 4am. On the way to Horseshoe Bend, I saw mountains. I love them. They come in different shapes and mostly red. After 4 hours, we made it to…

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Navigating Layoffs

In the last few years, companies have begun laying off talent, leading to tough and depressing times for many. Some layoffs came as a big surprise, especially from companies that promoted a “don’t be evil” ethos. Yet, in the end, it’s all about business. Taking it personally doesn’t make sense. The system demands growth, where even stable profits can be seen as a failure. Company leaders can’t…

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Handling Competitive Dynamics

A healthy level of competition can fuel innovation, drive individuals to excel, and push teams to achieve remarkable results. However, when competition crosses the line and becomes overly aggressive, it can hinder the growth and productivity of the team as a whole. I don’t think competition is inherently negative. It becomes problematic when it starts overshadowing the team. Over the years, I observed when team members are…

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A Weekend Getaway to Malta

Last weekend, I swapped the cold Dublin for the Mediterranean sun with a trip to Malta. My journey started on Friday evening. I left Dublin at 7 pm and, after a few hours in the sky, landed in Malta a bit past midnight. Saturday morning was all about exploring Valletta. I started my Valletta tour at the Waterfront, lined with these old, colorful buildings. And then went…

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Engineering Health Essentials

In software development, I believe engineering health is a term that deserves attention and strategic focus. Sustainable software development is not just about the code we write or the features we ship; it’s about a proactive commitment to the underlying health of our engineering processes. Allocating 20-25% of our resources to engineering health has always been my preference. At this point, I feel like it is a…

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