Just, you know, trying to get my life in order
Useful “decision razors”: The Curiosity Chronicle - The Most Powerful Decision Making Razors
Good evening to everyone except for the half dozen or so bees that stung me while I mowed the lawn just now
You’d think that the Christian theological tradition has been around long enough to give most Xians enough discernment to spot the anti-Xian nonsense of Trumpism, Xian Nationalism, and other ideologies. But here we are. When can we judge the tree by its fruit?
What’s your favorite read-it-later service? Instapaper? Pocket? Something else? Bonus points if you tell me which RSS reader you integrate it with.
I’m on the lookout for helpful checklists like this “Test Cases” one from Code Complete, 2nd Edition, p. 532. If you’ve got helpful checklists, please share!
What are the most helpful checklists you’ve used? I’m on the lookout for helpful software development checklists, but also interested in others! Please share
What, if anything, is essentially hexagonal in the Hexagonal Architecture pattern? Explain it like I’m 5, and please don’t forget to say something about the number 6 (vs, say, any other number or corresponding shape!) Thanks! #softwaredesign 🐝
Which translations/editions of (1) The Illiad, (2) The Odyssey, and (3) The Aeneid should I buy?
Fascism is bad, actually
I want to learn how to knit. What knitting needles should I get?
Who else is on @github? Come find me at github.com/jsteelepf…
Any books you would add to the “keep on my desk” stack? 📚 #software #softwaredeveloper #softwareengineer
Currently reading: The Happiness Trap by Russ Harris 📚
My coding bootcamp focused on Java and object-oriented programming. What’s an excellent introduction to functional programming for a relatively new developer looking to branch out beyond OOP?
I’m preparing a brief talk on the principles of software testing. What’s the most helpful testing principle, advice, etc. that you’d share with other devs?
Friends don’t let friends join or normalize right-wing extremist groups.
Trying to become a better software engineer!
New Java developer here. What are some “must-own” Java books? Trying to decide if buying Effective Java and/or Java: The Complete Reference is worth it. I’ve got digital access via @OReillyMedia, but I prefer reading (& marking) physical books when possible. #Java #Software
Currently reading: The Drama of the Gifted Child by Alice Miller 📚 Has anyone else read this?