React Testing Library – a quick overview
React Testing Library is a part of the Testing Library (@testing-library) family of packages.The Testing Library helps us test the UI of our applications in a user-focused way, with its core library being the DOM Testing Library from which all other libraries within that family branch out or interact with. It is not specific to […]
The good and the bad of 10x, rockstar, superstar, or 100x developers
When employing developers, as a company you will always strive to get the best. There has never been a more significant trend to employ senior developers with great experience who could lead projects and teams like they’re a piece of cake. Finding that unicorn of a developer is like finding the pot of gold at […]
Igloo small talk – Mateo
Dive into our latest employee interview and meet Mateo, our Frontend Developer. From how he started this career, what he loves about it, to some advice for younger generations, explore what his work life is like. Tell us who you are and what you do in Deegloo. I’m Mateo, a Frontend Developer at Deegloo. In […]
How to manage essential and accidental software complexity in development
In the sea of software possibilities and new requirements, user needs are becoming harder and harder to fulfill without introducing some complexity. Behind every friendly user interface is a web of expertly crafted code. But that code didn’t come alive without processes and certain software complexity, to begin with. We can, of course, expect some […]
Igloo small talk – Gabriela
Let’s explore our newest interview with Gabriela, our senior developer. From what made her fall in love with programming to her favorite songs and shows, discover everything about her work in Deegloo. Tell us who you are and what you do in Deegloo. My name is Gabriela, and I am a senior developer here at […]
Can we talk about the technical debt quadrant?
Technical debt. A term you all are all too well familiar with. And in the course of your career, you might’ve encountered some form of it or the other. Often, software development comes with its hangups and quick fixes appear as the best solution for them. But, as we all know, quick fixes are not […]
Not even the rain could stop us @ Job Fair
If the weather is anything to go by, we can with 100% certainty say that Job Fair doesn’t always have the mercy of weather gods. Last year we got scorched because of the hot or “lit” atmosphere. And this year, we swam through the rain and floods to get to our booth. But we are […]
Scope creep and gold plating – the death of projects
No, we are not talking about a peeping Tom. Scope creep might sound like it, but trust us, it’s a completely different thing (we hope). It’s something that happens regularly in software development projects and can send even the best-laid plans into a tailspin. Even in agile projects, scope creep can rear its head, even […]
Are you being killed by context switching and interruptions
In a world full of interruptions, how do you stay focused? How do you minimize noise and create your productive bubble? Well, you might think it’s simple, but it’s becoming harder and harder to do so, especially in work environments. You come to work, power your computer, and start opening tabs, apps, and others. First, […]
A generalist over a specialist – the case of a software developer
I think we’ve all heard from, well, basically everyone, that you should find your niche and specialize in something. And I’m here to tell you that, sometimes, it’s completely wrong. Sometimes you were born to be a generalist. Yes, it’s amazing to be great in your field, but dabbling in other things can be way […]