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Andrew James

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  • So you want to game the system and get promoted?

    A guide to stacking the odds in your favour to get to the next level.

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  • So you want to work remotely?

    Tips and product suggestions for setting up an effective remote workstation.

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  • Building an Accessible Menubar Component Using React

    Create an accessible Menubar based on the WAI-ARIA design pattern for a menubar widget.

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  • So you want to write a Groom’s speech?

    Advice for the groom to help him create a memorable and meaningful wedding speech.

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  • So you want to build a PC?

    An overview of the main hardware components you will need to build a desktop PC.

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  • Multiple Entry Points in Create React App Without Ejecting

    Create multiple entry points without ejecting from the safety net of Create React App.

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  • So you want to WFH?

    Tips maintaining focus and effective communication whilst working from home.

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      Who turned the Internet off?
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      new newsletter drop! new vlog :) 
      
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      -whole lot of personal favs for christmas ideas for you:) 
      
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      Logging Off! Baby prep and rest time.
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      If anyone ever asks why I chose software engineering over structural, I’ll just show them this
      A nail in the wall, and three previously failed attempts below it
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    23. Ian Coldwater 📦💥

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      I too would much rather kiss on the beach than talk about AI

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      You heard it here first: Jacob Elordi tells @beccamford.bsky.social he'd rather kiss on the beach than talk about AI vanityfair.com/hollywood/story/frankenstein-jacob-elordi-euphoria-interview
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      A photo of an angry-looking fluffy white cat perched on the backrest of a dark green velvet couch.
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    34. Brad Frost

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      I just got this text from a random number. On one hand, I want to tell them they got the wrong number. On the other hand, beef fried rice sounds amazing.
      Text that reads "Are you free to come over for a meal? I'm planning to make beef fried rice."
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