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Speed without quality is tomorrow’s crisis arriving faster
At LeadDev LDX3 2025, Christine Pinto, CTO of Epic Test Quest, shares why chasing speed without quality leads to costly failures.
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Has manual testing become obsolete?
AI can improve a lot of processes – but where does testing and QA fit into the new landscape?
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How to hire force multipliers (not 10x engineers)
Long heralded as the "brilliant jerks" of tech, their damage can run deep when it comes to team culture. Hire a force multiplier instead.
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Vibe coding brought back my love for programming
When so much of the media is steeped in anti-vibe coding rhetoric, it can be easy to forget the joy found in programming this way.
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“Vibe hacking” signals seismic shift for engineering leaders
Blackhat hackers have an addition to their armoury. Here's how engineering leaders can safeguard their systems and stay on high alert.
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How to get the most out of AI tooling
A year after launching our DirectorPlus newsletter, past contributors have returned to share their uncensored thoughts on AI.
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Is GitHub’s coding agent your newest junior dev?
GitHub's new coding agent has some perks, but is still showing signs of significant growing pains. What are the current pain points?
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Burnout is on the rise as layoffs reshape the tech industry
LeadDev’s Engineering Leadership Report 2025 reveals a growing burnout crisis as layoffs, shifting scopes, and dwindling morale reshape the tech industry.
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Vibe coding and CHOP: What’s the difference?
It's more important than you may think.
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Where staff+ engineers can move the needle 
As you become more senior in your role, the pressure to expand your impact grows. Here are some ways to get the ball rolling.