WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Blockchain after the hype, Vibing all the Things, Big Tech and Work Best Practices & more

Stop copying Google's work processes. Learn why right-sizing your culture is more effective than mimicking big tech.

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Understanding blockchain's real-world use cases after the hype

The Algorand Foundation focuses on solving real problems with blockchain, moving beyond the speculative "crypto bro" hype cycle.

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Lowering the barrier to entry for blockchain development

A new compiler allows developers to write smart contracts in familiar languages like Python and TypeScript, making blockchain more accessible.

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A live coding challenge based on HTML and CSS parsing

The Code 100 challenge requires participants to parse an HTML document to count and locate elements based on their CSS properties.

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Identifying essential skills for developers in the AI era

AI should be viewed as an upskilling opportunity that allows developers to focus on higher-level architecture and problem-solving rather than low-level code.

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Critiquing the culture of "vibe coding" for VC funding

Building an application solely to attract a seed round can lead to a loss of creative control and a depersonalized, transactional development process.

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Why feeling dumb is a core part of the programming experience

The process of programming involves constantly facing challenges and feeling uncertain, which leads to the rewarding dopamine hit of solving a difficult problem.

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Why small companies shouldn't just copy big tech processes

Small and medium-sized businesses should develop processes that fit their scale instead of adopting the heavy, rigid systems used by tech giants like Google.

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The importance of creating reusable and discoverable documentation

If you find yourself answering the same question multiple times, it's a signal to create a formal piece of documentation that can be easily shared and referenced.

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Automating social media updates from GitHub changelogs

Tools like Social Changelog can repurpose well-written changelogs into social media posts, saving time and encouraging higher quality release notes.

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The value of personal websites over polished templates

Creating a personal, sometimes "ugly," website allows for self-expression and focuses on content over conforming to homogenous design trends.

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Recognizing the iterative nature of GUI development

Graphical user interfaces are rarely built correctly the first time and require multiple iterations based on user feedback to become effective.

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The failure of relying on community-led content moderation

The significant drop in the use of X's Community Notes shows that relying on unpaid volunteers to moderate a platform at scale is an unsustainable strategy.

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Using URL search parameters to manage application state

While URL search parameters can effectively convey and retain application state, they must be carefully filtered to avoid creating security vulnerabilities.

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