From 1 July 2026, I’ll be using EU alternatives to WhatsApp, Instagram, Slack and the like. Specifically, I’ll either use open-source alternatives or support EU companies. Slack will be replaced by Element, and WhatsApp by SKRED. Let’s see how well it goes. Have any of you already had experience with making the switch, and if so, what was it like?
If you're doing a Secret Santa with your family or friends, why not take a look at this tool this tool http://www.wichtelhub.de Maybe you'll find it interesting. I'm always open to feedback!
The UI is currently getting an update - it won't be long now, so it will take some time with the blog. (:
Does silo knowledge in a software development team make sense or not?
My opinion is that it can be "efficient" in the short term, but is doomed to failure in the long term. The management overlooks (perhaps deliberately) real factors such as the loss of an employee, which means that the project schedule will fail very quickly.
How much do your companies use AI agents? And what is your opinion? At my work, the use is very welcome, but I think the output, especially in PHP, is not particularly good - but maybe it's just me. What is your experience? #php#developer
All developers say every time that they are fully behind the SOLID principles, but if you take a look at their codebase, all you see is an inheritance hell and classes that break the SRP. 🥶 But SOLID is not new, yet you see these kinds of builds all the time, especially in PHP. #PHP#Developer
So what's the truth, is there really a shortage of skilled labour, or does it not seem to be so acute that companies can still afford to let applicants go?