Jenn articles - 29 total
Using Lambda to rewrite URLs for Hugo
Using Lambda to rewrite pretty URLs into ugly ones.
Building and deploying a Hugo site with CodeBuild
Using AWS CodeBuild to generate and deploy my Hugo site.
How to convert a simple blog from Gatsby to Hugo
Changing the static site generator for my hobby blog to Hugo.
Building an RSS reader in Javascript
Write-up of my late night adventure in fighting CORS, promises, and sleep in order to build an RSS reader.
Adventure in restoring WordPress to a Docker container
Fighting MySQL errors, editing config files in live containers, and creating volumes.
Nevertheless, Jenn Coded
In college, I applied a position as a teaching assistant for C/C++. My boyfriend at the time said I...
Shattered or How to bomb interviews as a senior developer
How I bombed an interview, with GIFS!
Why I prefer rem over em
Quick comparison of CSS length units.
Crafting as Code
Discover the similarities between knitting patterns and basic programming.
My code review checklist
The personal checklist I use whenever reviewing commits and pull requests.
Demystifying Docker Compose
A quick explaination of how to use Docker Compose for local development in a Rails and Postgres project.
How I offboard myself when leaving a job (with gifs!)
Knowing what and how to leave a job is a difficult skill. This is my personal checklist for leaving on good terms and with all my stuff.
An Introvert's Guide to Thank You notes
My template for writing thank you notes and emails.
An Introvert's Guide to being a Mentor
An outline to help everyone get started being a mentor.
Nevertheless, Jenn Coded
I continued to code in 2019 because... I love it. I love creating websites and apps. I...
Yes, I still fall victim to Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome rears its ugly head again.
The many forms of work
Work isn't just writing code.
Skeletons and Caboodles - How I explain websites
Explaining how a website works to someone that isn't in IT.
How learning to solder taught me Gatsby.js and AWS
Personal projects are awesome for learning and teaching.
Jenn's Guide to Thriving in Tech
General tips for those in tech careers.
My experience with toxic teams
Tips on how to spot toxic teams.
Why I wear purple lipstick and code skirts
Using fashion to make programming more inclusive.
The Introvert's Guide to Professional Development
Tips on how to convince management and allow yourself to take the time to learn and try new things.
The Introvert's Guide to Small Talk
Tips and topics for small talk (not the programming language)
The Introvert's Guide to Office Networking
Networking and office survival tips for introverts
The Introvert's Guide to Tech Conferences
Networking and tech conference survival tips for introverts
Nevertheless, Jenn Coded
I continue to code because... I love the challenge of solving problems and teaching others...
Nevertheless, Jenn Coded
I began coding because... I wanted to create a better Apple II game than "Wheelchair Hop"...