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Next AWS User Group Wrocław meetup in a week (24.04.2024). 📅 24.04.2024 ⌚ 18:00 📍 Wędrówki Pub: https://lnkd.in/eeYukrXZ First of all, thank you ALGOTEQUE Innovation Hub for sponsoring our event! :) 🎤 Speakers: 🔭 Marcin Sodkiewicz (me) I am going to talk about #opentelemetry in my talk titled "Observability on AWS & OpenTelemetry". It's talk on the 300 level, but don't worry, I am going to cover all areas, and even if you are new to a whole concept I think you should understand everything. This is also a great opportunity to discuss your experiences with #opentelemetry. 📟 Grzegorz Kalwig: "Serverless is above limits? Our Path to production database cluster" If you don't know about it - Grzegorz is on a road tour with that talk as I believe I saw that he presented that material in many User Groups already. It means that his material is polished and he should be able to answer all your questions about Aurora Serverless v2. Super interesting and important topic, so stop by and make notes :) We are still part of JetBrains Community Support program. So we are going to give away some coupons for free access to IDE of your choice for a whole year. More details: https://lnkd.in/egGjACeV #awscommunity #awsugwro #opentelemetry #aws #rds #auroraserverless #serverless

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Pragmatic approach to DDD with Spring Boot by Maciej Walkowiak. Highly recommended to watch before you start to overcomplicate your design: #keepITsimple

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Quick engineering salary comparison based on the #DEVBG stats from 2023 and 2024 in the Bulgarian IT industry. Dev.bg publish yearly a summary of the Bulgarian IT engineering salaries based on the job openings offers on their platform. https://lnkd.in/dNU5MD8D (2023 stats) https://lnkd.in/dX_dxvP7 (2024 stats) Based on the population data (let's assume it's a proper representation of the real world) we can determine the following: 1. PHP should be dead but it isn't (unfortunately) as it's one of the two categories with growing salaries in all job positions and ranges. 2. The second is the full stack development with a minimum drop of 65 levas in the first MID range(2-5 years) 3. All ranges except the Senior level(5+ years of experience) have a drop in salary compared to 2023 but for some seem negligible compared to the notion in the industry that "it's going down and AI will take over the world" :) 4. We can see that seniority still counts and there is now a shift towards growth of salaries of more senior people compared to others as the market tries to regulate. 5. There is still a lot of green for a "dying" and "shrinking" industry. P.S To anyone interested I can share the excel if needed but it's quite straightforward to generate it. *Legend: Diff min Mid - difference in the minimum ranges for a category between 2023 and 2024 Diff max Mid - difference in the maximum ranges for a category between 2023 and 2024 Diff min Sen - difference in the minimum ranges for a category between 2023 and 2024 Diff max Sen - difference in the maximum ranges for a category between 2023 and 2024 Diff min Sen Median - difference in the minimum ranges based on the provided median from dev.bg for a category between 2023 and 2024 Diff max Sen Median - difference in the maximum ranges based on the provided median from dev.bg for a category between 2023 and 2024

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Here's the lineup for the 10th edition of DevOpsDays Warsaw - check out the AGENDA! 🔜 devopsdays.pl/#schedule Get ready for two days filled with: ➡️ inspiring lectures ➡️ Open Spaces ➡️ Ignite Talks and an evening afterparty for a networking boost! ✨ Save the date! Register until midnight to save 17% on tickets: https://lnkd.in/dDi3NyBE And if you’re already with us, make sure to let your friends know. Let’s stir the DevOps community! 💪 #DevOps #DevOpsDays #Warsaw #DevOpsCommunity

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🚀 Exciting News: I've Completed the "AI_devs2" Course! 🚀 I am thrilled to announce that I have successfully completed the "AI_devs2" course, a comprehensive program designed to dive deep into the world of Generative AI, focusing on OpenAI's GPT-4 technology. This course has armed me with the skills to program and automate processes using GPT-4, setting a new benchmark in my professional development. 🤖 Throughout this journey, I had the privilege of learning from some of the brightest minds in the industry, who brought real-world applications and cutting-edge research into the classroom. The curriculum was a perfect amalgamation of theoretical foundations and practical implementations, helping me understand the nuances of Generative AI technologies and their transformative potential.🌟 One of the highlights was gaining hands-on experience with OpenAI models, which allowed me to build, test, and refine AI-driven applications. This sharpened my technical skills and enriched my problem-solving strategies, making me better equipped to tackle complex challenges in the AI space. 💻 The course also delved deep into AI's ethical considerations and societal impacts, a crucial aspect that enriches the technological discourse. Discussions around AI ethics have inspired me to advocate for responsible AI usage and to strive to implement AI solutions that are both innovative and ethical. 🌐 As I receive my certificate, I am not just celebrating the end of a course but the beginning of a journey. Armed with the knowledge and skills confirmed by this certification, I am eager to explore new opportunities where I can apply my learning to drive impact. 🚀 To my instructors, peers, and everyone involved in the "AI_devs2" program, thank you for making this one of the best educational experiences I've ever had. Your mentorship, support, and insights have been invaluable. 🔥 Jakub Mrugalski Mateusz Chrobok Adam Gospodarczyk Here’s to future projects where I can bring all these learnings to life! Let's connect and explore potential collaborations that leverage AI to solve real-world problems. 🌐🤖 #AI_devs2 #aidevs #AI #GenerativeAI #OpenAI #GPT4 #Programming #Automation #ContinuousLearning #ProfessionalGrowth

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DevOps Salaries in Hungary: A Quick Update 💼 Over the past two weeks, the DevOps job market in Hungary has remained steady. If you're at a Junior level, finding a job might be challenging. Across popular platforms like NoFluffJobs and Profession, I only came across one listing from NIX. However, if you're a Mid or Senior level professional, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from! The market is brimming with opportunities tailored to different preferences and skill sets. In the category of top-paying remote positions (especially in the crypto space), here are the standout roles: Platforms Engineer: 12,500 EUR SRE: 17,349 EUR #job #salary #salaryDevOps

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On April 18, the Innopolis Meetup: #QA took place, where our team lead, Artem Nesterov, gave a talk. We've attached a photo from the event😁 He discussed how we managed to eliminate 90% of tests and also touched upon the K365 product, which focuses only on critically important business areas. 🌐 Learn more about the product: https://k365.kvchk.com/ #testing #automatedtests #meetup #qameetup

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I think we can call it our DevConf.CZ tradition that we always come up with some fun idea for a session with Tomáš Tomeček. 😊 This year, we run a meetup for open source project maintainers and as it was not recorded, we decided to share some best practices we heard during the meetup in this blog post. Any more tips for maintainers out here? Let us know! 💡

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Should Devs Be Responsible for Ops? Happy Tuesday, everyone! I discussed with one Developer, who accidentally met during the flight somewhere around Vienna, and he has to create a k8s cluster, VMs as runners, CICD pipelines, etc all alone. I started questioning myself: Should Developers be Responsible for Operations? In the dynamic world of tech, the lines between development and operations are increasingly blurring. The age-old debate is more relevant than ever: should devs take on ops responsibilities, or should these roles remain distinct? The Case for Devs Handling Ops: 1. Ownership & Accountability: - When devs handle ops, they have end-to-end ownership of their applications. 2. Speed & Efficiency: - With devs managing deployment and infrastructure, the feedback loop is shorter. This leads to quicker releases and faster iterations. Think of it as driving a race car without pit stops! 3. Enhanced Collaboration: - Breaking down silos fosters better communication and collaboration. DevOps encourages a culture where everyone works towards a common goal: delivering high-quality software efficiently. The Challenges: 1. Skill Set Diversity: - Ops require a different skill set than coding. Expecting devs to master both can be overwhelming and might lead to burnout. 2. Complexity Management: - Modern infrastructure and deployment pipelines can be incredibly complex. Specialized ops teams bring invaluable expertise in managing these systems, ensuring stability and efficiency. Finding the Middle Ground: So, what’s the sweet spot? A balanced approach where devs have a basic understanding of ops, while dedicated ops professionals handle the more complex aspects, might be the solution I like. This hybrid model leverages the strengths of both worlds, promoting a collaborative environment without overwhelming any single team. What are your thoughts? Should devs dive into ops, or should these roles stay distinct? Let’s ignite the discussion! 💬🔥 #DevOps #Development #Operations #SoftwareEngineering #TechDebate #Collaboration #Innovation #CodeKido #TechTalk

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If you are curious on "Evolutionary Architecture" don't miss our .NET User Group Zürich May Meetup where we will cover the topic providing some lessons that diverge from "pure tech" talks. On this one, Maciej Jedrzejewski will explain How incremental developments in core engineering have enabled the foundations for enable software which can evolve over time along the architecture, protecting important architectural characteristics as it evolves. All while keeping it as simple as possible, maintainable and manageable in amount of complexity. Sounds interesting? ;) It is!! And even more if you have 5+ years of experience, chances are that you have lived a project that died because of complexity and lack of proper architectural vision (partial or... complete) - I've been there! So, how does it sound and all of this - for free!! Thanks Digitec Galaxus AG and Maciej Jedrzejewski!!! I am not going to miss it - and so should you... RSVP while you can, places are limited: https://lnkd.in/dmnnEGUZ Ah, we will have Food & Drink #architecture #software #evolutionaryarchitecture #KISS #DRY #easy #maintainable #resilience

Nasz prelegent na Konferencji Tech & Charity - Order of Devs Conference 2024 Title: Oops, I Deployed It Again: A Survivor's Guide to Continuous Deployment Maciej Jedrzejewski - Fractional architect, consultant, and advisor, author of "Master Software Architecture" book and co-creator of the "Evolutionary Architecture By Example" repository. Based in Switzerland, he is an expert promoting a holistic and pragmatic approach to software architecture and continuous deployment. In his humorous presentation, Maciej will share personal experiences from the world of continuous deployment - both successes and spectacular failures. From accidental production shutdowns to heroic rescue missions - his stories will be not only entertaining but, most importantly, educational. The presentation is aimed at both beginners and experienced professionals who want to transform chaotic deployments into a smooth continuous delivery process. As the speaker promises - after this presentation, you'll never look at the "deploy" button the same way again! 📅 Termin: 27-29 listopada 2024 ⏰ Godziny: 16:00-20:00 (dogodne godziny popołudniowe) 🌐 Forma: Online 💝 Koszt: Darowizna na wybraną przez Ciebie organizację charytatywną 🔗 Więcej informacji: orderofdevs.com #TechConference #ITCommunity #Charity #Programming #SoftwareDevelopment #OrderOfDevs #TechEvents2024

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It's official - Call for Papers for #PHPersSummit2025 is OPEN! 🎉 You know how much this meetup means to the IT community in Poland. 🇵🇱 It's not just the biggest #PHP event in the country 🐘 – it's a place where we share knowledge, inspire each other, and build something truly meaningful together.🤝 I invite you to be a part of it. 🎉 Got a topic you're passionate about? Share it with us! Whether it's your first time on stage or you've been doing this for years, your voice matters 🎤 📅 Deadlines: - For international speakers: submit your topic by January 31, 2025. - For speakers from Poland: submit by February 28, 2025. 💻 How to apply? - Go to our website: https://lnkd.in/dzDvpwyr  - Or drop me a line - I'll help you get started. ✨Why should you join us? - Share your expertise with (almost) thousands of passionate audience. - Expand your network - meet top Polish professionals not only from the PHP world. - Make an impact - your talk could spark the next big idea in the community! Let's make May 23-25, 2025, in Poznań unforgettable. We can't wait to see your ideas and, hopefully, you on stage! Don't wait - submit your proposal today! 📣

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Do you hire developers based on technical skills alone? It could be costing you.  Many companies make this mistake, believing that if a developer can code well, they’ll automatically thrive in the team. But this is not always the case. I have a client in Krakow who specifically hires Java Engineers who can have a “normal conversation" about software, clean code practices, and general life. But most importantly someone he can get along with. If they can do that, he’s usually ready to hire them. However, if they don’t fit culturally, it doesn’t matter if they’ve coded at Google, have an Oxbridge education, or have a long list of technical achievements. They won’t get the job. This is also not unique. According to Leaders.com, approximately 80% of employers take personality into account when making hiring decisions. Also research from Harvard Business Review found that 40-60% of hiring managers admit to hiring candidates who resemble them in terms of background, values, or attitudes. None of this mentions their skills. The ability to mesh with the team and collaborate is non-negotiable. Some people picture developers as introverted hackers, coding away in dark rooms, surrounded by empty energy drink cans. The stereotype that developers don’t need social skills in my opinion, comes from how they’re portrayed in Hollywood (Die Hard 4 was what came to mind when writing this). In reality, developers are part of cross-functional teams. They interact with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders daily. They need to explain complex ideas, collaborate on solutions, and contribute to the team’s overall culture. A developer who can’t work well with others or communicate effectively can disrupt workflows, no matter how technically gifted they are. It’s like having the most advanced software that no one knows how to use. What’s the point? The best hires are those who fit into your culture and can contribute to the team dynamic - not just those who can write the cleanest code. So if you’re only hiring based on technical skills, you might be missing out on your most valuable assets: collaboration, communication, and cultural fit. Skills get you in the door, but culture fit keeps you there. Do you take culture fit into account when hiring engineers?  #SoftwareEngineering #PolandTech #TechRecruitment #PolandJobs #CultureFit #DeveloperLife #WorkplaceCulture #TechRecruitment

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Rust support was officially merged into the Linux kernel in late 2022 with the introduction of Linux 6.1. This was a significant milestone, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that we invited the Polish Linux Users Group (Polska Grupa Użytkowników Linuxa) association to become a community partner for the Rustmeet conference. We hope this partnership will lead to interesting proposals for the ongoing Call for Proposals (CfP), especially since many Linux enthusiasts also tinker with Rust. If you’re one of them, don’t hesitate, submit your talk or workshop idea related to Linux or embedded solutions to our conference!

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On May 8th, we have WarsawJS Meetup #114 awaiting us, featuring Tomasz Ducin on stage with a fascinating presentation titled "Back in the game: Recent Revolutionary Changes in Angular"! But today, let's reminisce about his previous appearance at WarsawJS Meetup #108 💭 In that lecture, titled "Who needs Server Components?", Tomasz delved into the next step in the evolution of web architecture. After MPAs, SPAs, SSR, SSG/ISG, it's time for Server Components! Throughout the presentation, he asked himself many questions: Does this architecture fit the needs of my business and application? What are the benefits? And are we not stepping backward by moving more operations back to the server? Breaking down the hype around Server Components, Tomasz also introduced us to some technical details regarding React Server Components. By combining client-side interactivity with server-side efficiency, we can optimize web metrics and revolutionize website development. We invite you to watch that presentation, which opened our minds to a new perspective on web development! Enjoy watching! 🍿 🎥 Part 1: https://lnkd.in/dQ7G_jFZ  🎥 Part 2: https://lnkd.in/dJzQmsQD We encourage you to participate in WarsawJS Meetup #114, where you'll have the opportunity to not only listen to Tomasz's lecture but also to other outstanding speakers live. The link to tickets is below: 👇 🔖 Tickets: https://lnkd.in/dhXVXwpf #WarsawJS #Meetup #ServerComponents #WebDevelopment

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Sjajna opcija u novoj verziji: 𝗟𝗼𝗴 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹, 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗻𝘆, and 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 log files can now be viewed directly in the IDE with proper highlighting of dates, times, events (by severity level), and hyperlinks.

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“When Polish software engineers look for a job, they only care about their rate. How can we compete with higher paying competitors?” A client asked me this yesterday. While it’s not entirely true, it’s worth exploring. Do all engineers focus only on rates? No. Is the rate you offer important? Yes - but it’s not the only factor. Here are 4 ways to make your vacancy stand out (even if you’re not the highest paying): 1. Share Your Vision Explain where your business is heading and how the candidate fits in. When candidates see themselves in your story, the role becomes more appealing. 2. Build a Personal Brand for Your Leaders Candidates want to know who they’ll work with. Encourage your leadership team to share their views on technical topics. This helps candidates understand their style and values. It may deter some, but it’ll attract the right fit. 3. Be Transparent About Salary & Perks Don’t make candidates guess. Transparency builds trust. Worried about overpaying? You have the final say. Hiding salaries might cost you great candidates before they apply. 4. Offer a Low-Commitment Introductory Call Let candidates ask questions without starting a formal interview. This lowers pressure for those passively exploring roles. It builds trust and relationships. Even if they’re not ready now, they’ll return when they are. Focusing on the whole package, not just pay, helps you stand out. What’s worked for you when attracting top talent? How do you stand out from the competition?

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With Dzmitry Fiodarau and Bogdan Matviets we seek DevOps engineers proficient in various technologies, especially Azure and AWS. I talked to Dzmitry about ideal candidates and what we have to offer as Vention 👇 What characteristics do you look for in an ideal candidate? Dzmitry: “We're looking for team players who are passionate about their work and proactive in their approach. We value strong communication skills above all. In our company, good communication skills are a must because we often have interviews with clients. If a candidate cannot speak proactively and clearly, it can be a concern.” What can we offer to potential candidates? “Vention offers numerous growth opportunities. We're a large company with engineers at various levels—from junior to lead and architect roles. Our strong mentorship community is eager to help with project questions or personal development plans. We also pride ourselves on transparent processes and a healthy work atmosphere.” Could you tell us more about the types of projects at Vention? “We work on various projects across different business domains - fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, telecom, and more. We handle both large enterprise projects with teams of up to 150 people, as well as smaller, innovative startups. This diversity allows our engineers to gain experience in various areas and team sizes. As an English-speaking environment, we welcome people from all over the world, which means interesting international collaborations as well.” How would you describe your management approach? “I strive to be as honest as possible with my team members. I encourage open discussion of both work and non-work aspects. We aim to provide a transparent environment where all processes are clear, and team members feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas.” Sounds excellent! DM me if you’re interested in joining 😎

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If you are curious on "Evolutionary Architecture" don't miss our .NET User Group Zürich May Meetup where we will cover the topic providing some lessons that diverge from "pure tech" talks. On this one, Maciej Jedrzejewski will explain How incremental developments in core engineering have enabled the foundations for enable software which can evolve over time along the architecture, protecting important architectural characteristics as it evolves. All while keeping it as simple as possible, maintainable and manageable in amount of complexity. Sounds interesting? ;) It is!! And even more if you have 5+ years of experience, chances are that you have lived a project that died because of complexity and lack of proper architectural vision (partial or... complete) - I've been there! So, how does it sound and all of this - for free!! Thanks Digitec Galaxus AG and Maciej Jedrzejewski!!! I am not going to miss it - and so should you... RSVP while you can, places are limited: https://lnkd.in/dmnnEGUZ Ah, we will have Food & Drink #architecture #software #evolutionaryarchitecture #KISS #DRY #easy #maintainable #resilience

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