Larry Myers

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We Can Have Nice Things

An explanation of a phrase I've found myself repeating during my career. Read →
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The Downsides of Remote Work

Sometimes you need more than the endless solitude of the home office. Read →
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The Office is Great, The Office is Horrible

Nobody seems quite sure what to do about returning to the office post-pandemic. Read →
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Career Advice for a New Software Engineer

A lot has changed in technology, but there are many lessons that have not. Read →
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Yes, you do need a build step

Web development has gotten complex, but the advances made in the past decade shouldn't be abandoned. Read →
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Thoughts on Web APIs

I have simple needs. I just want an easy way to have a typed API schema that can do sane code generation. Read →
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Good Management and Good Parenting

Setting expectations is hard, but is one of the core tenents of being good leader. Read →
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Multi-Platform Docker Images

The new M1 Macs are pretty amazing. Running x86 docker images via emulation is not. Let's fix that. Read →
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Deploying Containers using Nomad and Traefik

How to build simple and maintainable deployment infrastructure using Hashicorp Nomad and Traefik. Read →
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The Perfect Solitude of Endurance Cycling

I'm convinced that at times biking long distances is the only thing keeps me sane and happy. Read →
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The Free Tier Trap

More and more SaaS companies are offering generous free tiers. Many of these free offers are a bad deal for developers. Read →
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Bike Commuting in Chicago: A Survival Guide

Commuting by bike in Chicago can be a ton of fun with the right mindset and preparation. Read →
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Your First Triathlon: How to Really Prepare

Doing your first triathlon doesn't have to be hard. Resist the urge to go shopping. Read →