I was a developer and now a licenced counsellor. This does not mean I have left IT altogether. I still assist people in software development, and do some contract work.
I am available for mentoring, tutoring and counselling.
Sep 21, 2023 · 4 min read · When I first started working remotely (many years ago, when my children were younger), the prospect of working from home seemed ideal — increased flexibility and lack of commute. I did this over a period of about 17 years. But over time (and more so ...
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Sep 18, 2023 · 2 min read · Introduction Impostor syndrome is common among developers. That nagging inner voice telling you that you’re a fraud and don’t deserve to be here affects developers at all levels, from new grads to experienced coders and managers. I personally did not...
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Sep 18, 2023 · 3 min read · Introduction In today’s fast-paced digital era, the world is at our fingertips, thanks to smartphones, computers, and tablets. However, for seniors who may not have grown up with these technologies, embracing the digital world can be quite daunting. ...
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Sep 13, 2023 · 4 min read · Introduction Technical debt might seem like solely a software architecture and maintenance issue, but it can also take a real psychological toll on those involved in maintaining these systems. Developers that are tasked with wrangling messy, convolut...
Join discussionSep 13, 2023 · 3 min read · Introduction Technical debt refers to the implied cost of code or system deficiencies that accumulate over time as developers take shortcuts or make quick fixes to move faster. This debt eventually comes due in the form of low productivity, headaches...
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