In the last few years, I have had the opportunity to contribute to several open-source projects. It has been an enjoyable journey, but looking back I spent countless hours trying to figure out where to start, what I could contribute, and how the whole process worked.

After some years of contributing to different projects, I collected some tips that made this process more straightforward and enjoyable.

Thailand has become a top destination for digital nomads, offering a vibrant culture, affordable living, and a welcoming community of remote workers. Whether you want to experience city life, stunning beaches, or cultural experiences, Thailand has something for everyone. In this guide, I'll share tips for remote work and traveling in Thailand, including choosing the correct destinations, planning your trip, and staying connected while on the road.

In recent years, remote work has become a significant trend, with opportunities more than tripling since the pandemic. In 2023, 62% of employees were willing to take, on average, a 15% pay cut to be able to work entirely remotely. Additionally, remote workers generally report higher happiness levels than their in-office counterparts. However, it's not all rosy; 69% of remote employees have experienced increased burnout due to digital communication tools.

Everyone has issues with procrastination, including you, myself, and everyone else we know. Speaking for myself, I can easily spend 30 minutes thinking about a 1-minute unpleasant task I do not want to do. After the unpleasant tasks multiply, procrastination gets worse, and there is a big need to feel productive.

After of years of learning new technologies, I was sick of doing the same tutorial over and over again. You know what I mean, you want to learn a new programming language, you read the documentation and then you start doing the classic to-do list project until you get sick of it.

I wanted to do something different, something that could help me to learn a new technology and at the same time, be more interesting and useful than a to-do list project.

Also, I wanted to give back to the community. I had learned a lot from open-source projects and I wanted to contribute to the community and have a positive impact on the ecosystem.

This is how I got into open-source. I found it fascinating so I decided to write this blog post to help you discover the majestic world of open-source as well.

One-on-one meetings (1-1s) are a vital part of a tech lead's role when working with an engineering team. In this blog post, we'll explore how to conduct effective 1-1s, emphasizing the benefits they bring, and providing practical tips for getting the most out of these meetings.