Knowledge is a lifetime goal
Learning is a commitment that goes beyond any job.
ε-Correctness
Correctness is the most important attribute of code. Under pressure, ε grows. Track your ε. Keep the system ε-correct.
Measure
Optimize only what you can measure. Optimize only what needs optimization.
Documenting the Fog
Record opaque problems and failures. It provides clarity for you and a map for others.
Intentional Struggle
Seek challenges. Stay away from the comfort zone and give hard problems a try.
Growth over Ego
Be willing to start from the bottom at any time. Receive honest feedback. Fail, learn, and build again.
Discipline and Initiative
If you say you will do it, do it. Study continuously. If you fail, try again.
Be responsible
Take responsibility for hard problems. Fail if needed. Assume your faults. Repeat.
Don’t be afraid to give up
Some problems are uncomputable. Don’t be a hero. Know when to pivot.
Give back
No one achieves anything alone. Help others, teach, mentor, listen.