In every tech organization, there are some people that seem to know every system, everybody, and every problem. They're super helpful, and save coworkers months of wasted efforts, by short-circuiting dead end paths, sharing efficient workflows, knowing which services already exist, and generally having great technical judgement.
*None of those skills are quantifiable on performance reviews, other than peers saying thanks (if they're lucky).
*Many underrepresented engineers fill these roles.
@suzisteffen I actually enjoy the work -- I know most people don't. Make sure to find Audrey on BSky, she is starting to use it.
I write my newsletter for @api at the end of each week, then I edit it Monday morning before sending out -- it is a great way to understand the previous week and then prepare for the upcoming week.
@carpetbomberz Nope. Kias are meant to free range by design. ;-)
@mlanger @Marrekoo Yeah, it stumped me as I was walking, but did some reading once I got home - https://www.barnacleparking.com/how-it-works/
@CattleBaron Ha! Love it.
@mlanger Thank you!
@mlanger IDK. Only lived here a year -- moved from california. We will see!!
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@kin Thanks Kin for the great write-up. I actually share a lot of your concerns. I think that I love the “magic” of technology when it is useful (of course), understandable and when I can explain it. Referring to the giants shoulders we build new things upon is a key thing in this process - and the lack of attribution in AI ruins my confidence in it. I hope some great story tellers will stand! 😉
@lbroudoux Thank you! ;-)
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