Leader vs Manager

There is a big difference between being a manager and being a leader. I will not act as if I am the expert on the subject, but I can share my perspective based on over ten years of experience. Definitions and Distinctions The proper thing for me to do is give the definition of manager … Read more

Lets Ride!

So I have decided to take to the open road and get my motorcycle endorsement. That means taking a riding class that involves a 5 hour eCourse and a riding class that is held over three days at my local Harley-Davidson. Why Now? Yes, I am getting older and I am getting close to that … Read more

The First Post

Isn’t the first post always the hardest? You had an idea, you set up the site, and then it comes time to post… now what? I’m sure not everyone goes through this, but here’s what might have happened, at least in my case. The Idea Sometimes the idea is the easy part. You’ve been reading … Read more

Tips for Candidates: The Importance of Asking Questions in Job Interviews

As the Director of Software Engineering, I have conducted numerous interviews for various positions ranging from senior DevOps and Back-End Engineers to a mid-level Front-End Engineer. It is crucial for candidates to ask questions during an interview. Don’t be afraid to request clarification or additional information when needed. Whether it’s a straightforward question such as … Read more

Docker Compose Guide

I was doing my normal browse of my social media accounts when I came across this article on Docker Compose. I am still pretty new to using Docker in mostly a development environment and have used it in creating a prototype of an application and find that I will learn something new everyday. I like … Read more

PHP Challenge

This sounds like a fun challenge and something I am thinking of working on this coming week/weekend and encourage others to do the same!

Don’t Burn Bridges

I have always tried to not burn bridges when I leave one opportunity for another. I am not going to say that I have never burned them, but I go off the thought that you never know when you might need that bridge again. This hit home recently as I had left a company after … Read more