PinnedMember-only10 Ways to Use Functions in Your Code to Become a Better PHP DeveloperFunctions are fundamental to writing code, making it vital that you write them well. Well-written functions make your code efficient, easy to read and reduce the chance of errors. Here is a list of advice on writing good functions with PHP examples, as detailed in Robert C. …PHP5 min read
Published in the-tech-imposter·PinnedMember-onlyBig O Notation — How to Identify Constant, Logarithmic, and Linear AlgorithmsBig O Notation helps Software Engineers understand the impact of the algorithms they write. This concept is vital to understanding how to label your algorithm’s efficiency using Big O Notation. But how do we know the notation of each algorithm? We use the Growth Hierarchy for Big O Notation If you’re wondering what Big O Notation is, check out…Software Engineering8 min read
Sep 18Member-only5 Signs You Are Battling With Imposter Syndrome as a Developer and How to Overcome ItAre you feeling overwhelmed in a new working environment? You may be suffering from imposter syndrome without even knowing it. When you are in a new challenging environment, your mind begins to wonder whether your employer hired the right person. While imposter syndrome is natural, it’s important to spot the…Technology6 min read
Sep 17Member-onlyBig O Notation — How to Identify Exponential and Factorial AlgorithmsIf you were given a factorial Big O Notation Example, would you be able to identify it? As a software engineer, you must be careful not to have an algorithm with the least efficient notations. And to avoid writing these algorithms, you need to be able to identify them. Here’s how to spot a Factorial and Exponential Algorithm with a Big O Notation Example In…Software Engineering5 min read
Sep 10Member-only4 Essential Habits of a Successful Junior DeveloperHave you ever wondered what a successful junior developer looks like? In my working career, I have noticed four habits that separate successful junior developers from the rest. These habits build the foundation for success in the industry. Master these habits as a junior and you will be unstoppable. 1. They are not afraid to look stupid No…Technology4 min read
Sep 7Member-onlyBig O Notation — How to Identify N Log N, Quadratic, and Cubic AlgorithmsMisunderstanding Big O Notation can hurt how your systems scale. Algorithms that increase in operation at a larger rate than linear algorithms are inefficient. This can result in systems that scale at a costly rate. As a Software Engineer, it is vital you can identify all of the inefficient notations…PHP9 min read
Aug 25Member-onlyWhat Is Big O Notation and Why Software Engineers Must Know This Concept for Their Next Tech InterviewAs a Software Engineer, you are guaranteed to get a question about Big O Notation in a tech interview. But what is Big O Notation? And why do you need to know about it? What is Big O Notation? Big O notation is a way to define how an algorithm grows in size as the…Software Engineering7 min read
Apr 18Member-only4 Ways to Format Your Code as a Developer to Make Your Code More ReadableDo you have formatting rules you follow as a developer? They may seem unnecessary on the surface, but they will help your project look clean and readable. Here are some tips for formatting your code effectively as described by Robert C. Martin: 1. Structure your code like a newspaper article An article contains high-level detail in the introduction…Developer2 min read
Apr 9Member-onlyTest Driven Development: What Is It And Why You Should Be Using It as a Developer to Reduce Your BugsTest driven development is seen as a popular way to write code nowadays. But what is it, and why should you be using it as a developer? Test Driven Development involves writing tests before you write your code It’s that simple. The theory behind it is by writing tests that fail at first you do the following: Plan out your code in a structured format Writing tests first is…Developer2 min read
Apr 1Member-onlyWhy You Should Limit Your Use of Comments to Make Cleaner Code as a DeveloperI used to think that good code involved adding a lot of detailed comments. After reading Robert C. Martin's book titled Clean Code, I realised I was using comments in the wrong way. Here are the reasons why: Limit your use of comments, explain yourself in code instead Comments tell lies, code does not. Comments are used to explain what…Developer3 min read
