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Techtember, flywheels and my new University
- The Tech Imposter provides insights on tech events and the importance of AI in product development.
- Having a clear direction and commitment is crucial for gaining momentum and building a successful business.
- Momentum is compounded through the support of happy customers and word-of-mouth recommendations.
- Additional resources provided include a video on Snipd and tips on storytelling and positioning in B2B sales.
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Git rebase exec to validate every commit
- To validate every commit while rebasing, you can use the git rebase --exec command.
- If the exec command fails, you can fix your code, commit the changes, and resume the rebase with git rebase --continue.
- You can reschedule failed exec commands using the --reschedule-failed-exec flag or by setting the rebase.rescheduleFailedExec configuration.
- The exec mechanism in Git allows you to guarantee the validity of each commit individually.
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Must-Have Browser Extensions for Front-End Developers in 2024
- 1. React Developer Tools: Inspect React component hierarchy in the browser.
- 2. Web Developer: A Swiss Army knife of browser extensions for inspecting and manipulating web page elements.
- 3. Wappalyzer: Instantly reveals the technologies behind a website.
- 4. ColorZilla: Eyedropper tool for grabbing colors from any website.
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Defining simplicity, UX design isn’t dead, AI-driven UXR repositories
- Design isn’t just making screens for every feature. Simplicity is achieved when you prioritize, merge, organize, reduce, combine, hide, gradually unveil, shorten, compress, and sacrifice.
- UX design isn’t dead, you’re just confused.
- It’s time for design to think less and feel more.
- AI-driven UX research: How to build a repository.
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The Need for Sleep: How Tech Professionals Can Optimize Their Sleep Schedule for Better Results
- Working in information technology often leads to burnout, imbalance between effort and reward, and sleep disorders.
- 37% of IT professionals have a 'sleep debt' of at least one hour, according to a study by Finnish researchers.
- Maintaining a regular sleep schedule is key to establishing a healthy sleep pattern.
- Go to sleep before 11 pm and avoid computers or phones for 2 hours before bed to reduce brain strain and prepare for rest.
- Limit caffeine intake to reduce anxiety levels and hinder quick sleep onset.
- Smartwatches can analyze sleep cycles and provide recommendations for better rest quality.
- Creating a comfortable sleeping environment can also improve sleep quality.
- Reducing exposure to bright screens of smartphones or laptops in the evening can help relax the nervous system.
- ASMR tracks can promote relaxation and calms the nervous system.
- Working overtime does not increase productivity and can decrease the ability to work effectively.
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How to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data
- Microsoft Excel is an excellent spreadsheet application for complex data analysis.
- Pivot tables let you analyze the same data from different angles to spot trends.
- Organize data in a tabular form with good column headers and consistent data.
- Use Excel tables to add rows for your pivot table or identify columns for new data.
- Excel offers a Recommended PivotTables tool that takes a look at your data and offers a variety of options.
- PivotTable Fields dialog box determines how your pivot table will work.
- Individual selections in the dialog box include Fields, Filters, Columns, Rows, and Values.
- Pivot tables let you manipulate data easily by selecting and removing fields.
- To start a pivot table from scratch, go to Insert > PivotTable and manually select your data.
- Invest in some learning to use pivot tables more effectively and discover Excel's other advanced features.
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Job-seekers are missing ‘something very basic’ in interviews, says hiring expert of 20 years
- Adriane Schwager, CEO of GrowthAssistant, shares that many job seekers fail to prepare properly for interviews.
- In her 20 years of experience, she’s noticed a decline in candidates' readiness, especially in understanding the company they’re applying to. Schwager advises job seekers to research the company and mention relevant details during the interview to show engagement.
- She also recommends reaching out to mutual connections or listening to podcasts to gain insights about the interviewer’s style. Schwager emphasizes that genuine interest and thorough preparation can make a significant difference in landing a job.
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How AI is Revolutionizing Business Efficiency
- AI-powered tools like chatbots, machine learning algorithms, and RPA enable businesses to automate repetitive tasks, boosting productivity and reducing errors.
- AI's ability to process and analyze large amounts of data in real-time helps drive data-driven decisions for smarter business insights.
- AI is transforming customer experiences through personalized marketing, recommendation engines, and AI-driven customer support.
- AI optimizes supply chains and operations by analyzing historical data, forecasting demand, and improving logistics.
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AI dev use cases (other than code gen)
- AI can be used in software development for various purposes apart from code generation.
- One use case is turning meetings into releases by using AI transcript tools to summarize and convert meeting transcripts into technical specifications and implementation plans.
- Another use case is adding context to issues by having AI search codebases for relevant files and similar issues and automatically adding comments with more in-depth briefs.
- AI can also be used for self-healing CI/CD by having it monitor pipelines, analyze logs, generate troubleshoot reports, and suggest or commit fixes.
- Lastly, AI can generate changelog reports by pulling information from PRs and issues to provide stakeholders with an overview of updates and changes.
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What is 'monk mode:' productivity hack used by CEOs, entrepreneurs
- "Monk mode" is a productivity trend gaining traction among entrepreneurs and CEOs, popularized on TikTok and linked to Jay Shetty's book, Think Like A Monk.
- It involves dedicating oneself to focused work while avoiding distractions like phones. Although the concept has been around for years, it gained renewed interest in 2020. Practitioners may adopt various routines: some, like Josh Wood of Bloc, turn off all devices; others set non-negotiables such as daily meditation and exercise.
- Greg McKeown used monk mode to write his book Essentialism by working intensely for months. The key is to create an environment conducive to uninterrupted focus.
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Bye 9 to 5, hello 10 to 4: Employees are reaching office late and leaving early, shows data
- A recent Owl Labs survey reveals that 58% of hybrid employees check into the office for only a few hours, highlighting the shift from the traditional 9-to-5 schedule to a 10-to-4 routine.
- INRIX Inc's 2023 Global Traffic Scorecard shows fewer people commuting during the usual rush hours, with more traffic congestion around noon. This shift reflects the growing importance of work-life balance, flexible hours, and mental health support over climbing the corporate ladder.
- The pandemic has changed workplace dynamics, with many professionals prioritizing their well-being and opting for reduced in-office hours.
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Work-life balance over salary? 47% of Gen Z plans to leave jobs within two years
- A recent survey by Unstop, titled "Gen Z at Workplace," reveals that 47% of Gen Z professionals plan to leave their jobs within two years, prioritizing work-life balance over salary.
- The study, involving over 5,350 Gen Z employees and 500 HR professionals, highlights a disconnect between HR perceptions and Gen Z's motivations. While 78% of Gen Z switch jobs for career growth, 71% of HR professionals believe it’s for better pay.
- Gen Z values hands-on experience, professional development, and job satisfaction over financial incentives, focusing on career progression within a supportive work culture.
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The Hidden Techniques of Billionaires
- Wealthy individuals apply the power of compounding to every area of life, including learning and relationships.
- They consistently invest time in daily self-improvement activities like reading, learning new skills, and networking.
- Warren Buffett reads 500 pages a day, compounding his knowledge, while Bill Gates takes 'think weeks' dedicated to learning.
- These strategies and habits of billionaires can be adopted to maximize potential and productivity in one's own life.
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The Power of Reflection: Recognizing Your Efforts. Don't Let Expectations Steal Your Joy.
- Sometimes, we fail to appreciate our efforts, progress, and wins due to our expectations and dreams.
- Comparing ourselves with others and judging ourselves solely based on results can blind us to our own achievements.
- It's important to take time to reflect on our wins, no matter how small, and celebrate our achievements.
- Even in the face of failures and setbacks, there are valuable lessons to be learned and efforts to be recognized.
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How to Master Time Management in 2024
- Identify your most important tasks (MITs) each day and prioritize them.
- Utilize time-blocking to schedule specific blocks of time for different tasks.
- Avoid multitasking and focus on one task at a time.
- Use productivity tools wisely and minimize distractions.
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