Your tech stack is not the product

Early stage technology decisions must be, uncomfortably, a means to an end. | Continue reading


@hoho.com | 1 year ago

When it's time

How do you decide when it's time to leave? | Continue reading


@hoho.com | 2 years ago

Do the low-tech thing first

One of my most reached-for values as a builder. | Continue reading


@hoho.com | 2 years ago

Failing slowly

To be good at failing fast, look out for things that slow down failure. | Continue reading


@hoho.com | 2 years ago

Better living through visibility

A simple, no-excuses-allowed reporting system for managers and leads. | Continue reading


@hoho.com | 2 years ago

The CTO and VP of Engineering fork

Advice for the technology lead who decides it's time for a VP of Engineering. | Continue reading


@hoho.com | 3 years ago

Advising

I am currently available for technical/startup advising. If you’re reading this, chances are I sent you the link, as I usually only work with close connections/referrals.Here is a little bit about me and what to expect.Typical relationship I work 1-on-1 with a founder or technica … | Continue reading


@hoho.com | 3 years ago

About

Me I am Mike Wakerly and this is my internet home. I go by mikey if we’re just using one name, because there are often plenty of other mikes around. I’m envious of people with unique and uncommon names. I am an engineer primarily because I love building things! In the 90s, I buil … | Continue reading


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