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- How to Negotiate Salary as a Developer (And What I Wish I Knew Earlier) 2/23/2026 I left tens of thousands of euros on the table in my first few years as a developer. Not because companies were dishonest, but because I did not negotiate. I accepted the first number offered, felt grateful for the offer, and moved on. Here is everything I learned about negotiating developer salaries — the hard way...
- The Strange Reality of Hiring Right Now 12/11/2025 This week I had an interview that seemed promising. The interviewer told me there were strong chances I could get hired before Christmas. The recruiter had already sent my profile to the client, the client liked me enough to schedule the interview qu...
- Why Every Developer Should Learn Algorithms and Data Structures 1/2/2025 In the world of software development, algorithms and data structures are the backbone of efficient programming. While many developers focus on learning the latest frameworks or languages, mastering algorithms and data structures can give you a deeper...
- Blue light glasses. My experience 2/25/2024 Hello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar Today I want to tell you about one of the lessons I learned during my career as a software engineer. Health is above all else, which is why I try to maintain it as much as possible, while also maintaining my ...
- A day in the life of a programmer. New challenges or a routine? 2/22/2024 Hello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar Today I want to tell you about a day in my life as a senior programmer with 5 years of experience. I’m sure that many of you are curious if programmers really only work 3 hours a day, if we sit non-stop at th...
- A Software Developer’s Struggles in the 8-Hour Office Marathon 1/20/2024 Hello Everyone! My Name is Alex Cloudstar I want to share with you today one of the problems that aren’t really specified in any JDs. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, software developers find themselves at the forefront of innovation, ti...
- From Novice to Ninja: The Art of Skillful Software Development in a Dynamic World 1/13/2024 Staying Ahead in the Fast-Paced World of Software Development In the fast-paced world of software development, staying ahead of the curve is not just a competitive advantage but a necessity for professional growth. As technology evolves at an unp...
- Senior Developer’s Crystal Ball: Tech Predictions for 2024 1/6/2024 Hey there, fellow tech enthusiasts! My name is Alex Cloudstar and today I want to share with you some insides of mine. As a seasoned developer who’s seen the ebb and flow of the digital tide, let’s dive into the swirling vortex of what the future mig...
- Why JavaScript Is My One and Only: A Senior Developer’s Perspective 12/16/2023 Hello everyone! Today I want to share with you the answer to the never-ending question Why do I work with JavaScript? As a senior software developer with years of experience in the ever-evolving landscape of programming languages, one language stands...
- Embracing the Advent of Code: A Primeagen Tradition 12/7/2023 About Vimeagen Vimeagen stands tall in the realm of tech innovation, an organization revered for its groundbreaking contributions to the coding community. Founded on the principles of creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology, Vimeagen h...
- To Remote or Not to Remote: Chronicles of a Developer’s Journey 12/2/2023 Hello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar and today I will tell you my experience regarding going to the office or working remote. Ah, remote work—the realm where sweatpants reign supreme. I’ve been dancing in this domain long before the pandemic mad...
- The book that changed my life 11/27/2023 Hello, fellow knowledge seekers! My name is Alex Cloudstar and today I want to talk about a book that changed the way I think, so therefore it changed my life. Are you ready to shake up your learning game and take on the world of ultralearning? Strap...
- How Good Are My Math Skills? 11/11/2023 Debunking Myths: Math and IT Hey there, fellow self-learners and curious minds! My name is Alex Cloudstar and I just really like to debunk myths. Here’s a common one, the relationship between maths and IT. Can you become a software developer without ...
- I’ve Been to Over 500 Interviews... and Here’s What I’ve Learned 11/4/2023 Hello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar, and I’ve been to over 500 interviews, and let me tell you, it’s been quite a journey. Okay, maybe not exactly 500; I obviously didn’t count them, but there could actually be more. Whether you’re a fresh grad...
- Here’s why everyone who tells you that you need a college degree to work in IT is lying. 4/25/2023 Hello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar and today I want to debunk something. One of the fears of those who wish to have a career in IT is that they either do not have higher education or they have a degree in a different field unrelated to technol...
- How i earned my AWS Cloud Practioneer certification 11/27/2022 Hi! 👋🏻 In today’s story, I will share my experience on how I’ve earned my AWS Cloud Practioneer certification. If you want to have some background of who I am, I invite you to see this series of stories first. Let’s get into it. First things fir...
- My Story, how it all started (part 1) 11/21/2022 Introduction Hi guys! Today , I want to present my story. Before I’m going to start telling you my path and all of the obstacles I encountered, I’ll tell you a few words about me. At this very moment, when I’m writing this article, I am wor...