Episode 340: Productivity lulls and code review showdown

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Episode 532: My new company is an absolute mess and should I get an English-speaking job as a Japanese engineer?

In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hi Dave and Jamison, I’ve been a Java backend dev for over 10 years. After getting laid off from a job I loved, I spent 3 tough months job hunting. I eventually landed a full-stack role at a non-tech company where I am the ...  Show more

Episode 531: Shallow feedback and my coworker is a huge sloperator

In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Listener Jame ain’t no dance asks,! Hey Space Therapists, I am a consultant that helps big companies to fix all kind of stuff. It’s ridiculous how many different hats I wear. One day I’m the interim PM, the other day I am ...  Show more

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