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Pull requests can take a long time to complete due to number of factors, including the size of the changes, the complexity of the code and the availability if reviewers. Limit the size of your pull requests Big pull requests can slow down code reviews. When you start with a few small changes, it's easy to add in larger, complex updates, making the review process harder. I often see pull requests…
Writing a program is one thing, but fixing it can be twice as tough. If you're really good at writing code, it's even harder to catch and fix the errors that pop up. The greatest challenge in debugging is not the bug itself, but understanding where to look for it. You love writing code and seeing your projects come to life. But the reality is, things don't always go as planned. Mistakes and bugs…
While big web apps like YouTube and Facebook existed, they were built by large companies. No one expected regular developers to create projects of that scale alone or even in small teams. The idea that development is getting too complex comes from buying into the belief that we all have the same needs and resources as giant enterprises. But in the real world, software takes time and there are so…
Version control conflicts occur when multiple developers make changes to the same file, or when merging branches. These conflicts can be complex and lead to lost work. What is a Merge Conflict? A merge conflict happens when two or more developers change the same part of the code at the same time. When they try to combine their changes, the system cannot decide which change to keep. Why Do Merge…
The Simplest Guide to Writing Great Documentation Writing documentation has never been easy, not even for developers who love sharing their knowledge. It’s one thing to build a software tool, but explaining it to others in a way that’s simple and clear is a whole different challenge. One common mistake in writing documentation is approaching it from a position of expertise. This means the person…