Blogging For Programmers
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Keeping a schedule…that you created (018)
In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I discuss the significance of maintaining a schedule for content creation. Having a structured timeline can help overcome (and sometimes cause) writer’s block and improve writing quality due to repetition. I will touch on some benefits of consistency in blogging, encouraging listeners to set deadlines and stick to…
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You are not alone in this (017)
In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I discuss the importance of building upon the work of others in programming and writing. My goal is to remind you that most ideas you will write about are not entirely your own and that learning from/sharing from/but not stealing from others is essential. Crediting sources not only…
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Finding your best workspace to get something done (016)
In this conversation, I will discusses the challenges of maintaining focus while writing, especially when not under the pressure of a job or deadline. It is so important to find a suitable time and place to write, as well as the role of sound and environment in enhancing productivity. The speaker shares personal experiences and…
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Who doesn’t love some negative feedback? (015)
In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I will discuss significance of feedback in programming and content creation. I will discuss the difference and value between positive, negative, and actionable feedback, advocating for the importance of listening to constructive criticism while ignoring unhelpful comments. Developing a thick skin against trolls and nonconstructive criticism is one…
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Write your ideas down while you still can (013)
In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I want to make you understand the importance of capturing ideas as they come, because a forgotten idea for a blog hurts. I will discuss various methods and tools for capturing your ideas no matter where you are because ideas are fleeting when you lose valuable insights it…
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Clickbait reels them in, if the catch is worth it (012)
In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I am going to cover two specific things. A bit about picking a title, particularly the use of clickbait titles that don’t tell you anything but also targeting the right audience when you are blogging about topics that can have more than one meaning, especially due to vendor…
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Foreshadowing the goals of your blog (011)
In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I want to make sure that you at least foreshadow your topic when writing a blog. It is important to engage the audience from the start, but with the realization that they need to know what to expect to take away from reading your entire blog. Establish clear…
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Be your authentic self (010)
In this conversation, I discuss the importance of sounding like yourself when writing. Authenticity in your voice will help you to connect with others. I will also discuss some of the caveats like avoiding unexplained jargon that might not be known by your readers (which may include yourself in a few years!). I also will…
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Write to the code you have (009)
In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I want to help you avoid one of the mistakes I have tended to make myself. Writing about code I haven’t actually written and tested. It is a lot like promising to write about a picture you haven’t yet taken and may never actually exist. By ensuring that…
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If you aren’t sure you are right, are you? (008)
In this episode of Blogging for Programmers, I discuss the critical importance of ensuring that the information shared in programming blogs is accurate and credible. A big emphasis on the need for programmers to verify concepts is involved, not to mention the consequences of spreading misinformation (even when you don’t think you are!) A big…
