Hey friends,
I hope your week has been filled with clean code and maybe even a few “aha!” moments! If not, no worries—I've got some fresh content to help you level up in software engineering, leadership, and personal growth.
From boosting your storytelling game to mastering Kubernetes, this newsletter is packed with nuggets you won't want to miss.
🔍 My New Articles
7 Ways that Transform Your Personality and Behavior
Ever wonder what really drives lasting personal growth?
It’s more than just reading self-help books. Dive into this article where I explore emotional catalysts, cognitive shifts, and how deep connections with others can spark real, meaningful change in both your personal and professional life.
You might be surprised by which methods hit home the hardest!
How to Transform Your Boring Personal Stories Into Engaging Ones
You know that story you’ve told 10 times, and it just doesn’t land? Let’s fix that!
I’ve laid out some strategies to turn those snoozefest anecdotes into engaging, “lean-in” moments. Great for work presentations, team leadership, or just making your friends laugh a bit more at your jokes.
PostgreSQL Comprehensive Guide
If databases make your head spin, this one’s for you.
A no-nonsense guide to PostgreSQL that walks you through everything from the basics to more advanced features. This one's perfect for leveling up your backend skills!
🎥 Fresh Videos
Authentication & Authorization Explained
Feeling a bit fuzzy on JWT (JSON Web Token) and the differences between RBAC and ABAC?
I break it all down in this video and walk you through the techniques that ensure rock-solid access control in your applications. After this, you'll be the go-to person for securing systems with ease!
Kubernetes for Dummies: The Ultimate Beginner Guide
Heard all the hype about Kubernetes but have no idea where to start?
Say no more! In this beginner-friendly video, I walk you through K8s architecture and show you how to get your first cluster up and running on your laptop. Even if you're totally new to it, you'll be deploying apps like a pro in no time! Get started with Kubernetes
Thought of the Week: Leadership in Tech Is More About Stories Than Code
You’ve heard it before, and I’ll say it again: the best leaders aren’t always the best coders. They’re the ones who can weave a narrative—whether it’s about the future of the product, the team’s vision, or even a technical journey.
Storytelling is a superpower in leadership, and I’m finding more ways to flex it every day. So don’t just work on your technical chops, hone those storytelling skills too!
That’s all for this week. Until next time, keep coding, keep leading, and keep telling those stories that inspire others!
— Rakia
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