middle ground

debugging the inner self

November 20, 2024

Self-Sentenced, Shared Growth

by Piotr Filipp

scope creepMVPsoftware engineering+13 more

This is the story of how I got hired to learn Java, was asked to assess a C# project after joining, and ended up writing a JavaScript plugin running on the Internet Explorer engine. And I couldn’t hav...

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November 15, 2024

Lost and Found in the Atlantic

by Piotr Filipp

inner debuggerself-masterypersonal development+5 more

I was 29, living my theoretical dream life on an island but carrying some life decisions and problems that had been dragging behind me for quite some time. I don’t want to go into the specifics of the...

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October 31, 2024

Scope Creep Chronicles: My Tale of Finally Letting Go

by Piotr Filipp

perfectionismscope creepMVP+8 more

This is the story of how I finally released a project. Or, more accurately, how I let myself release a project - because here you are, looking at the result, even though it’s far from “finished.” In t...

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October 24, 2024

Embracing Imposter Syndrome: A Healthy Relationship

by Piotr Filipp

inner debuggerimposter syndrometech industry+10 more

Imposter syndrome has been a constant companion throughout my career, showing up from the very beginning. When I was hired as a junior developer while still studying, I felt completely overwhelmed. Tr...

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October 17, 2024

How the Inner Executioner almost ruined a great experience

by Piotr Filipp

inner debuggerpersonal developmentsoftware engineering+13 more

In recent weeks, I've been working on establishing a stronger online presence and building my personal brand. That, of course, came with its own set of challenges — many of which could fill anothe...

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