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Organizing Business Documentation: A Critical Challenge for Entrepreneurs

In the latest podcast episode, we explored the crucial topic of organizing business documentation—a challenge every entrepreneur faces, particularly in the tech industry. As we approach the season’s end, we reflect on balancing working on your business and in your business. This episode delved into maintaining effective organization to ensure an efficient and productive workflow. The Perennial Struggle with Organizing Business Documentation One perennial struggle entrepreneurs face is balancing building their brand/business and performing paid work. This balancing act involving client-facing tasks and backend organizational work can be challenging. As we hit mid-year, it’s timely to reassess and reorganize, just as we do at the start of the year or during spring cleaning. Organizing Digital Spaces We discussed the importance... Read more

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Managing Hardware Resource Issues in Software Development

Welcome back to another episode of Building Better Developers, where we dive into essential aspects of software development. Today, we’re delving into “Managing Hardware Resource Issues in Software Development: Best Practices and Real-World Examples.” In this episode, we’ll explore the often-overlooked yet critical area of hardware resource challenges and their impact on software performance. From memory and storage constraints to processing limitations, we’ll navigate through common issues developers face and provide insights into effective debugging strategies and optimization techniques. Let’s embark on this journey to understand and address hardware resource issues in software development. Listen to Host Rob and Michael discuss how they Manage Hardware Resource Issues: The Intersection of Hardware Resource Issues and Software Development Debugging isn’t just about... Read more

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Successful Presentation Tips for Developers: Effective Demo Strategies

Welcome back to Building Better Developers, your go-to podcast for Becoming a Better Developer. In this episode, “Successful Presentation Tips for Developers: Effective Demo Strategies,” we explore the nuances of delivering presentations and demos, focusing on non-technical aspects that can significantly impact your performance. We also explore how to set yourself up for success and avoid common pitfalls that can undermine your credibility and effectiveness. Listen to the Podcast Successful Presentation Tips for Developers: Effective Demo Strategies Preparation: The Key to Successful Presentation Tips for Developers Arrive Early: The importance of arriving early cannot be overstated. Aim to be at the venue at least 30 to 45 minutes before your scheduled time. This cushion allows you to handle any unforeseen... Read more

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Boost Your Developer Efficiency: Automation Tips for Developers

Welcome back to Season 21 of the “Building Better Developers” podcast! In this episode, “Boost Your Developer Efficiency: Automation Tips for Developers,” we explore strategies to enhance productivity. As developers, we often focus on optimizing processes for clients but neglect to apply the same principles to our own work. This episode aims to change that by identifying repetitive tasks in our daily routines and exploring ways to automate and streamline them. Join us as we share insights and practical tips to help you become a more efficient and effective developer. Listen to the podcast and Boost Your Developer Efficiency Identifying Opportunities for Developer Efficiency The first step in enhancing productivity is taking inventory of daily repetitive tasks. Whether it’s managing... Read more

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Building a Portable Development Environment That is OS-agnostic

This podcast episode delves into the compelling discussion on why building a portable development environment is essential. Imagine a development environment where code knows no boundaries. Michael and Rob explore the art of crafting a coding haven that seamlessly adapts to any device or location. In an era where remote work has become the norm, they underscore the paramount significance of untethered productivity. Prepare to embark on a journey through practical strategies and ingenious solutions that empower developers to thrive, regardless of the ever-changing environments they encounter. Whether coding from a cozy home office or a secluded beachside retreat, this episode promises to equip you with the tools and insights to create a genuinely mobile development sanctuary. Listen to the... Read more

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Software Development Requirements: Staying True to Specifications

Welcome to another captivating episode of “Building Better Developers.” Join your hosts, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche, as they delve into the intricate world of software development and share their hard-earned wisdom from the frontlines. Today’s topic is a familiar challenge that developers often face: the delicate balance between adhering strictly to software development requirements and unleashing one’s creative prowess. Navigating Software Development Requirements In our ever-evolving journey as developers, we frequently encounter projects where our innate creativity and problem-solving abilities must temporarily yield to the rigors of predetermined requirements. While this constraint may not be the most conducive environment for fostering unbridled innovation, it is sometimes unavoidable – particularly in fixed-bid projects or highly regulated domains such as government... Read more