Every developer has that one moment — the bug that broke production, the commit that erased hours of work, or the “tiny change” that caused a system meltdown. If you’ve ever thought, “Did I really just do that?” — this one’s for you. 💥 1. The “Print(‘Oops’)” Incident A junior dev once added a “temporary”…
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Level Up: Blizzard’s Secret to Building Top Managers
Before I became a CTO, I spent countless hours raiding in World of Warcraft — and honestly, I learned more about leadership, teamwork, and management there than in most corporate training sessions. Blizzard doesn’t just build epic games — it builds leaders. And if you’ve ever led a 40-person raid at 2 a.m., you already…
My Dog Codes Better Than Interns?!
You think managing developers is tough? Try managing a German Spitz who believes he’s the lead engineer. Meet Pixel, my fluffy “assistant CTO.” He doesn’t have a LinkedIn profile, but somehow, his work ethic (and attitude) could give some junior devs a run for their money. 🐾 1. Always On Time (for Snacks, Not Stand-Ups)…
CTO Chronicles: Office Mishaps That’ll Make You LOL
You think being a CTO is all strategy, innovation, and visionary thinking?Try juggling a caffeine shortage, a “critical” production bug caused by a cat, and an intern who just deployed to production on a Friday. Welcome to the CTO Chronicles — where every day is a mix of chaos, comedy, and code reviews. 💻 1….
From Azeroth to Boardroom: Lead Like a Legend
What if the best leadership lessons didn’t come from MBA programs — but from World of Warcraft raids?Yes, you heard that right. Azeroth’s epic battles can teach you more about managing developers than a dozen corporate seminars. ⚔️ 1. Building the Right Raid Team In WoW, you don’t charge into a dungeon solo. You assemble…
When Your Daughter Becomes Your Boss: Parenting Meets Project Management
You think managing a team of developers is tough? Try negotiating deadlines with a 6-year-old holding a stuffed unicorn and a list of “non-negotiables.” Welcome to parenting meets project management — where bedtime routines are sprints, snacks are deliverables, and scope creep happens right after “just one more story.” 🧩 1. The Daily Stand-Up (a.k.a….
You Won’t Believe These Dev Fails! #3 Is Epic
Behind every clean app release and polished interface hides the reality every CTO knows too well — developers make hilarious mistakes. Some are small, some are catastrophic, and some… well, they become office legends. Let’s dive into a few real-world dev fails that prove even the best coders are still human. (Don’t worry, names are…
The Secret Weapon for Startup Success: Outsourced CTO!
Every startup founder faces the same brutal truth: technology can make or break your business. You’ve got the idea, the passion, and maybe even the funding—but turning vision into a scalable, secure product? That’s where things often fall apart. The solution? The Outsourced CTO — your startup’s most underrated secret weapon. ⚡ 1. Strategic Leadership…
How IT Consulting Turns Startup Chaos Into Success!
Every startup begins with a spark — a bold idea, a dream, and… a bit of chaos. Between building products, managing teams, and juggling deadlines, most founders quickly realize: tech execution can make or break everything. That’s where IT consulting comes in — the secret weapon that turns early-stage confusion into clear, scalable success. ⚙️…
You Won’t Believe These App Fails!
Every developer dreams of launching the next big app—the one that changes the game, gets millions of downloads, and lands on TechCrunch. But sometimes… things don’t go quite as planned. From hilarious bugs to full-blown disasters, here are a few real-world app fails that prove one thing: testing isn’t optional. 💣 1. The App That…
Surviving IT: Coffee-Fueled Hacks in 60 Seconds
IT life is fast, unpredictable, and caffeine-powered. Between client fires, bug hunts, and endless Slack notifications, survival requires more than talent—it requires quick hacks and a strong coffee habit. Here’s how to thrive in IT in just 60 seconds a day. ☕ 1. Strategic Coffee Shots Caffeine isn’t optional—it’s tactical. Use it to power through…
This 3-Step Hack Supercharges Focus
In today’s fast-paced tech world, distractions are everywhere—Slack pings, emails, and endless meetings. But what if a simple 3-step routine could help you regain razor-sharp focus and get more done in less time? Here’s the hack I use (and teach at Shavaleev Pro) to supercharge productivity. Step 1: Caffeine Strategically ☕ Coffee isn’t just a…