Why "Does it Need to Be Mobile Responsive?" Should No Longer Be a Question in 2024

As we head into 2024, the need for responsive design is no longer optional - it’s essential. With mobile traffic dominating the web, developers and designers must prioritize responsiveness. Learn why your projects should be built for every…

How Skills Bias in Software Engineering Interviews is Costing You Great Hires

Skills bias in software engineering interviews happens when interviewers prioritize their own technical strengths over what the role truly requires. This bias can result in missing out on great candidates who don't perfectly align with the…

Why Environment Variables Are Not Configuration Files (And How to Use Them Correctly)

Confused about when to use environment variables versus configuration files? Learn the right way to separate environment-specific settings from your app’s configuration without introducing unnecessary complexity.

Computer Specs Guide for Machine Learning Beginners [2024]

If you're new to machine learning and looking to set up your development environment, you might be wondering what kind of computer you need. In this guide, we'll explore the hardware specifications that are ideal for beginners in machine…

5 Most Common Mistakes When Interviewing Software Engineers

When it comes to interviewing software engineers, I've been on both sides of the table. Through countless interviews, both as a co-interviewer and an interviewee, I've witnessed a wide range of techniques, some successful and others less…



Wei-Ming Thor

I create practical guides on Software Engineering, Data Science, and Machine Learning.

Creator of ApX Machine Learning Platform

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Full-stack engineer who builds web and mobile apps. Now, exploring Machine Learning and Data Engineering. Read more

Writing unmaintainable code since 2010.

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