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November 20, 2017

So You Want to be a WIZARD [Spoiler Alert: It Requires Work]

Filed under: Computer Science,Programming — Patrick Durusau @ 9:28 am

So You Want to be a WIZARD by Julia Evans.

I avoid using terms like inspirational, transforming, etc. because it is so rare that software, projects, presentations merit merit those terms.

Today I am making an exception to that rule to say:

So You Want to be a Wizard by Julia Evans can transform your work in computer science.

Notice the use of “can” in that sentence. No guarantees because unlike many promised solutions, Julia says up front that hard work is required to use her suggestions successfully.

That’s right. If these methods don’t work for you it will be because you did not apply them. (full stop)

No guarantees you will get praise, promotions, recognition, etc., as a result of using Julia’s techniques, but you will be a wizard none the less.

One consolation is that wizards rarely notice back-biters, office sycophants, and a range of other toxic co-workers. They are too busy preparing themselves to answer the next technical issue that requires a wizard.

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