Writing as an Introvert Engineer
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Career growth can take many forms, each leading to success in their unique way. My strengths include being hardworking, detail-oriented, and caring deeply for my peers. I take pride in my work.
However, I recognise areas for improvement, notably in writing and communication. Clear communication is essential for leadership, inspiration, and preventing misunderstandings.
MasterCard's CEO, in an interview at Stanford Graduate School of Business, emphasised the importance of communication in professional growth, a sentiment I strongly share.
But why focus on writing?
Being an introvert, I prefer asynchronous communication, clear specifications, and minimal in-person office activities. I've consciously chosen not to develop a more extroverted persona. Instead, I focus on enhancing my written communication skills.
Additionally, being an introvert does not mean I am unaware of the luck surface area. It's vital for people to know about my work, my skills, and my ability to deliver results. Through writing, I hope to expand and enhance my luck surface area, increasing my opportunities for success and recognition in my field.
Essays on though leadership
Many industry leaders, like my role model DHH, impact our lives through their writing. DHH is a standout engineer, a modern stoic philosopher, and an achiever. His key strength lies in effective communication, which I aim to emulate and improve upon through this platform.
Topics to write
My writing will concentrate on areas I know and wish to explore further. Topics will include:
Deep dive into tech concepts and languages like
GoLang,TypeScriptWeb cookbooks featuring complex interactions that lack existing guides
Design Systems
Engineering Leadership