System Backups – Prepare for the Worst
Sometimes it is important to get back to the basics when we plan for success. One of the most basic tasks to address is the idea of system backups. Many modern organizations…
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Author: Rob Broadhead
Rob is a founder of, and frequent contributor to, Develpreneur. This includes the Building Better Developers podcast. He is also a lifetime learner as a developer, designer, and manager of software solutions. Rob is the founder of RB Consulting and has managed to author a book about his family experiences and a few about becoming a better developer.
In his free time, he stays busy raising five children (although they have grown into adults). When he has a chance to breathe, he is on the ice playing hockey to relax or working on his ballroom dance skills.
Setting Work Boundaries And Separating Your Life
The holy grail of full-time work from our home has several challenges. One of the most impactful snares is a blurring of the lines between work and the rest of our life. …
Are We Really Bad at Estimating?
Are We Really Bad at Estimating? The topic of estimating can be a contentious one. Teams may be reluctant to estimate for fear of creating something stakeholders will use against them. Clients…
Using Flask to Create an API
We continue our Django-Python tutorials by exploring how to use Flask to create an API. This popular library/framework is easy to use and powerful. We will return to it in future sessions…
Work Boundaries and Constraints For Greater Success
We are moving to more and more remote options for our job and career. However, we need to set work boundaries if we are going to enjoy long-term success. These constraints on…
Setting a Professional Development Pace For Success
We frequently look for ways to become better. One part of that approach is steady (daily) forward progress. However, this approach can be exhausting and even lead to burnout. Therefore, we need…