Hello and welcome! I’m Nick Cosentino, the voice and mind behind Dev Leader. I’m a Principal Engineering Manager at Microsoft by day, and a software engineering content creator by night! My journey in software engineering and leadership has been fueled by a passion for continuous improvement and a drive to empower teams with trust, transparency, and candor.
Here at Dev Leader, I share insights and experiences from my diverse background, spanning startups, small businesses, and big tech. I’ve been professionally creating software for 15 years now, and I’d love to share my experiences with you! Whether you’re an aspiring software engineer, a seasoned manager, or somewhere in between, you’ll find valuable resources here.
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Most Recent Posts
What Does Refactoring Code Mean? What New Developers Need To Know
So exactly what does refactoring code mean? In this article, we’ll walk through what it means to refactor code along with risks and best practices to refactor.
Refactoring Legacy Code – What You Need To Be Effective
In this article, I’ll review the best practices for refactoring legacy code to reduce technical debt, overcome challenges, and how to prioritize refactoring.
Rewriting vs Refactoring Code: How To Navigate The Two
Let’s analyze pros and cons of rewriting vs refactoring code! Balancing project timelines, resources, and requirements is key for successful execution!
How To Approach Refactoring And Tech Debt – Dev Leader Weekly 19
Welcome to another issue of Dev Leader Weekly! In this issue we’ll look at refactoring and how to effectively prioritize tech debt.
Happy Thanksgiving! – Behind The Screen – 2023 November, Week 4
Welcome to another Behind The Screen vlog. Wishing you all a happy Thanksgiving! This week I share updates about the completion of my project and social media!
When To Refactor Code – How To Maximize Efficiency and Minimizing Tech Debt
Learn when to refactor code! Discover indicators that code needs refactoring, techniques for refactoring, and best practices for achieving long-term benefits.
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