Practical & effective tips from top developers
Published: 2023-09-15 08:25:42

Have you ever wondered how top developers stay ahead?


I reached out to a few Proxify members to learn how they stay productive and asked them to share their most effective practical tips. I am using this newsletter to compile and share these gems with you.


Here are daily tips that top developers use to excel in remote jobs. 


## **💡 The importance of keeping notes**

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Your notes serve as a **pool of resources** that you can quickly refer to.

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Sharing your notes with team members can expedite **problem-solving**.

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**Regular note-taking** can also serve as a learning tool.

Explore a curated list of the best note-taking apps specifically designed for programmers, complete with features like Markdown support, syntax highlighting, and collaboration tools.

🔗 [Best note-taking tools for programmers](https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-note-taking-tools-programmers/?utm_source=Career+Subscribers&utm_campaign=3988ccd0a0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_03_28_09_26_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-f94fb5eda8-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D)


## 💡 **Before you say "I don't know," look up the answer**

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Taking the time to **find an answer** shows that you're proactive.

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Each time you look something up, you add new information to **your knowledge base**.

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Successfully finding answers **boosts your confidence**.

Discover specialized search engines for developers that offer targeted results for coding queries, including code snippets, syntax, and more.

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## **💡 Define what would make today successful**


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Knowing **what you need to achieve** helps you allocate your time efficiently.

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Writing down **your goals** creates a sense of accountability.

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Ticking off completed tasks provides a tangible **sense of achievement**.



Watch Tiff in Tech share her daily routine as a Software Developer, offering insights and tips on how to plan your day for maximum efficiency.

🔗 [How I plan out my day as a software developer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQtqWkILq3E&utm_source=Career+Subscribers&utm_campaign=3988ccd0a0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_03_28_09_26_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-f94fb5eda8-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D)



## **💡 The Pomodoro Technique: 15 minutes on, 5 minutes off**


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The idea of working for **just 15 minutes** makes tasks seem more manageable.

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Working in short bursts **helps maintain focus**.

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The 5-minute breaks serve as a **mental refresh**.


Learn how the Pomodoro Technique can be effectively applied to software development, including insights on maintaining focus and managing breaks.

🔗 [Does the Pomodoro Technique work for coding?](https://builtin.com/software-engineering-perspectives/coding-pomodoro-method?utm_source=Career+Subscribers&utm_campaign=3988ccd0a0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_03_28_09_26_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-f94fb5eda8-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D)



## **💡 Acknowledge every message within 10 minutes**


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Quick acknowledgment **signals to your colleagues** that you're engaged.

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When you **acknowledge a message**, you let your colleagues know that you have received and taken note of it.

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**Prompt communication** fosters a sense of teamwork.

Gain valuable remote work tips directly from Slack's engineering team, covering topics like team connectivity, work-life balance, and maintaining productivity.

🔗 [9 remote work tips from Slack's software engineering team](https://slack.com/intl/en-in/blog/collaboration/remote-work-tips-from-slack-engineering?utm_source=Career+Subscribers&utm_campaign=3988ccd0a0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_03_28_09_26_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-f94fb5eda8-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D). 



## **💡 Concrete actions for success**
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Breaking down your goals into smaller, **actionable steps** provides a clear roadmap.

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Concrete actions are **measurable**.

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Achieving these smaller milestones **serves as motivation**.

Watch Carl Pullein explain how to use the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize tasks effectively, offering a structured approach to decision-making and time management.

🔗 [How I use the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize my work](https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Z1R8MMnVnt8&utm_source=Career+Subscribers&utm_campaign=3988ccd0a0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_03_28_09_26_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-f94fb5eda8-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D)
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