Hi everyone,
Welcome to the very first post of Beyond Basics! I’m Ruslan Spivak, and I’m thrilled to have you here as we embark on this journey together.
Why Beyond Basics?
Having worked my way up from a software engineer to a director of engineering at a Fortune 500 company, I’ve accumulated a wealth knowledge and experience that I’m eager to share. My goal with this newsletter is to provide you with valuable insights, actionable advice, and a clear roadmap to help you navigate your career in the tech industry, whether you’re just starting out or looking to move into leadership roles.
What Can You Expect?
Here’s a glimpse of what you can look forward to in Beyond Basics:
1. Actionable Advice: Practical tips and strategies that you can implement in your career immediately.
2. Personal Insights: Stories from my own career journey, including challenges, triumphs, and the lessons I’ve learned.
3. Industry Trends: Insights into the latest trends and technologies shaping the tech industry.
4. Leadership Strategies: Best practices for managing teams, leading projects, and driving success in start-up and corporate environments.
5. Growth Mindset: Resources and tips for continuous personal and professional development.
Explore My Technical Posts
In addition to this newsletter, feel free to explore some of my past technical posts focused on writing an interpreter and web server from scratch at ruslanspivak.com. These posts dive into the technical nitty-gritty and may be good for those looking to deepen their tech skills.
Engage and Share Your Thoughts
I want this to be a collaborative space where we can learn and grow together. Please feel free to share your thoughts, ask questions, and let me know what topics or challenges you’re most interested in. To get started, I’d love to know: What topics or challenges are you most interested in or facing right now?
Thank you for reading Beyond Basics and I’m excited to share this journey with you.
Cheers,
Ruslan
Thank you for sharing your experience!
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