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New Data Reveals a 40% Perception Gap Between AI's Promised Benefits and Actual Developer Performance
What the Research Shows About Performance, Retention, and Hiring Without Degree Requirements
Best Practices and Techniques for Professional Developers in 2025
A practical guide to interviewing developers who can leverage ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI assistants to boost productivity without compromising code quality
How Fist-to-Five, One-Way Door Thinking, and Dictatorial Democracy Create Better CTOs
Discover what the data says about hiring for speed vs. fit—and how to make the right choice when building high-performing engineering teams.
What 500+ Interviews Taught Us About Developer Productivity
What every software manager needs to know about hiring and coaching in the age of ChatGPT
A Case Study in Letting Skill Speak Louder Than Labels
Hiring Remotely Without Risk: Strategies for Transparency and Output
What Great Tech Interviews Actually Look Like
How Algorithm Interviews Are Holding Back Your Dream Team
