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Published in hatchpad

·Apr 28, 2022

5 Questions Every Engineer Should Ask to Choose the Right Stage Startup

Not all startups are created equal. That’s obvious. But finding your perfect match — the startup stage that’s just right for you — that’s not so obvious. After all, the term “startup” could refer to a 4 person pre-seed company or a 600-person company going through a series D round…

Startup Life

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5 Questions Every Engineer Should Ask to Choose the Right Stage Startup
5 Questions Every Engineer Should Ask to Choose the Right Stage Startup
Startup Life

7 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Jan 10, 2022

Technical Job Search Checklist: 7 Steps to Prepare for Your Tech Job Search

Ready to find a new job? One that actually excites you while also meeting your practical needs? The idea of a fresh start is exhilarating. But going through the job application process is another matter. There are a million places to look for jobs online. How exactly do you get…

Job Hunting

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Technical Job Search Checklist: 7 Steps to Prepare for Your Tech Job Search
Technical Job Search Checklist: 7 Steps to Prepare for Your Tech Job Search
Job Hunting

11 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Dec 13, 2021

3 Essential Ways for Engineers to Stand Out During the Startup Interview

Getting an offer for a startup technical position is hard. Product and developer roles have always been competitive, and they are becoming more competitive as companies opt for remote cultures and expand their candidate pool. So, how can you make yourself a stronger candidate and stand out in the startup…

Job Search Tips

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3 Essential Ways for Engineers to Stand Out During the Startup Interview
3 Essential Ways for Engineers to Stand Out During the Startup Interview
Job Search Tips

7 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Nov 22, 2021

15 Best Practices for a Successful Code Review

After spending your morning documenting feedback for your newest colleague, you shoot off the code review. Rubbing your eyes after looking at the screen for too long, you glance at the clock. Coming back with a renewed focus (and a stomach that’s no longer grumbling), you’re ready to dive into…

Code Review

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15 Best Practices for a Successful Code Review
15 Best Practices for a Successful Code Review
Code Review

7 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Nov 15, 2021

The Engineering Leader’s Guide to Building with Uncertainty

Building products at an early-stage startup is a constant fight with uncertainty. Big companies typically have carefully planned out roadmaps. But at a small, early-stage company, you’ll likely build things that never come to fruition. We spoke with Shawn Vo, CTO of fintech startup Axle, about the uncertainty that startup…

Tech Debt

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The Engineering Leader’s Guide to Building with Uncertainty
The Engineering Leader’s Guide to Building with Uncertainty
Tech Debt

5 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Oct 18, 2021

A Guide to Technical Debt for Startup Engineering Teams

While technical debt has a negative connotation, there are valid reasons for taking it on. In fact, it can be a smart business strategy especially for early-stage startups as they test out a new product or feature. The important thing is to be aware of why you’re taking that debt…

Tech Debt

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A Guide to Technical Debt for Startup Engineering Teams
A Guide to Technical Debt for Startup Engineering Teams
Tech Debt

7 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Oct 15, 2021

Infrastructure as Code: Best Principles and Practices

Organizations have changed the way their systems operate, over the last decade, with the rise of the cloud. Infrastructure code is an incredibly powerful process that has come out of this change. Infrastructure code eliminates manual steps and houses configuration information in standardized files. It simplifies configuration and management. To…

Infrastructure As Code

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Infrastructure as Code: Best Principles and Practices
Infrastructure as Code: Best Principles and Practices
Infrastructure As Code

3 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Sep 1, 2021

A Guide to Software Development Career Paths (for Entry-Level Developers)

In the world of Computer Science and Information Technology, there are many different disciplines and roles that someone can assume. We asked Anand Safi, Engineering Manager at tech startup Mark43, to help us understand what tracks exist for entry-level roles. He broke the opportunities down into three major tracks: web…

Data Science

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A Guide to Software Development Career Paths (for Entry-Level Developers)
A Guide to Software Development Career Paths (for Entry-Level Developers)
Data Science

7 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Aug 25, 2021

The Top Traits Startups Look for in a Software Engineer

What are the traits of a successful startup engineer? We took that question to startup tech leaders and recruiters to uncover the ideal startup engineering persona. For long-time startup engineers: knowing these traits will help you highlight key skillsets and experiences when applying for your next role. New to the…

Startuplife

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The Top Traits Startups Look for in a Software Engineer
The Top Traits Startups Look for in a Software Engineer
Startuplife

7 min read


Published in hatchpad

·Jul 27, 2021

10 Time Management Tips for Startup Engineers

There is no shortage of to-dos at a startup. On these small and scrappy teams, you’re often wearing multiple hats. That’s one of the reasons many software engineers prefer working at a startup. In this fast-paced environment, how can you make the most of your limited time? We sought to…

Time Management

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10 Time Management Tips for Startup Engineers
10 Time Management Tips for Startup Engineers
Time Management

7 min read

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