Tag Archives: career

Grinding Away: Michael Jordan

Posted on November 18, 2024 by way0utwest

A story from Tim Grover, who was Michael Jordan’s trainer when he was with the Chicago Bulls. I don’t know this is true, but I saw this story posted and I like it (and don’t like it). “After every game, … Continue reading →

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I Need a CS Degree. I Don’t Need a CS Degree

Posted on November 1, 2024 by way0utwest

For a long time I’ve felt that my recommendation for people wanting to enter technology wasn’t to go to college and get a degree, but rather start to learn on your own and get an entry level job (help desk, … Continue reading →

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Knowing Your Total Reward

Posted on October 25, 2024 by way0utwest

For much of my career as a younger person, I was mostly concerned with salary at a job, along with the opportunities for my career. I really wanted to know how much money would hit my bank account and cared … Continue reading →

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Should I Learn PostgreSQL

Posted on October 18, 2024 by way0utwest

I got asked this question recently: I constantly see PostgreSQL on Microsoft slides, email, ads, etc. My MCADAA exam started with an entire section on it. I’m trying to determine if it’s worth focused study and training time. Roughly how … Continue reading →

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