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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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      Let's see what all the @atproto/api fuss is about
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      I have a bunch of AG Grid components in @storybook.js.org
      
      Should I create a decorator that inits the grid modules on each story that renders an ag grid component, or initialise them once in the root preview.ts?
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    11. FiniteSingularity

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      Going to need to cancel today's stream.  Meeting went over, and a small unrelated issue came up that needs fixing ASAP.  I may be able to do a make-up stream tomorrow, but if not, have a fantastic weekend!
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      its absolutely wild. the @torcdotdev community newsletter is inching super close to a 50% open rate. insane.
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    19. Ian Coldwater 🧊🚫

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      nobody warned me about the part of growing where your nice symmetrical plant turns into cilantro bolting
      a cannabis plant in early flower where a few branches growing buds have shot straight up over the rest of the plant
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    23. Kelsey Hightower

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      Why learn to code when you can use an LLM and pay a subscription fee for the rest of your life.
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    27. Brad Frost

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      🎙️ On the latest episode of Wake Up Excited!, I talk with Ukrainian design leader Mike Rybachuk about living a positive and purposeful life, even when his home country is under attack:
      
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      Wake Up Excited! | Mike Rybachuk on Self-Honesty, Resilience, and Spreading JoyBrad Frost welcomes Mike Rybachuk, founder of Ukraine-based design education platform The Projector Institute, to discuss living a positive, fulfilling life while Russia’s war impacts Mike’s family...
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      Hi! I exist today! Sick kiddo almost threw a wrench into things but we’re managing. 😅
      See y’all in about half an hour! Friday eve!
      #momswhocode #fitdevs
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      RoxyRodBeck

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      Am I a real one if I'm editing this the night before? 
      Tune in tomorrow and find out! 😅
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