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2025

Sell Your Self
Mar 18, 2025

I used to believe that good work speaks for itself. That if I just focused on building great things, recognition would follow. But i was wrong.
Celebrating Codenight's Impact
Feb 25, 2025

When Codenight started, it was just late-night code sessions among friends. Now, it’s a movement of 9,000 developers shaping Ethiopia’s tech scene. Standing before 300 developers at Developer Meetup V3, I realized—this isn’t just about code. It’s about building something bigger.
The Unfiltered Self
Jan 2, 2025

I used to think writing was just a tool—something meant to be structured, polished, and purposeful. But then I saw a man in a coffee shop, furiously filling page after page in a worn notebook. No structure, no audience just raw, unfiltered thoughts.

Fear vs. Growth
Dec 29, 2024

Fear doesn’t always scream; sometimes, it whispers excuses, convinces you to wait, and keeps you in the same place for years. I discovered this the hard way—but journaling helped me break free.
Good Company For Your Career
Sep 12, 2024

Too many developers chase high salaries but neglect the one thing that actually determines long-term success: growth. This guide will help you spot companies that truly invest in your future.