Emma
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If you're ever stuck on a problem, Stef is the most experienced rubber duck you'll find.
If explaining him your problem didn't trigger an epiphany however, he's happy to help and find a solution together. He might also be one of the only software engineers who prefers working on brownfield projects rather than greenfield ones.
What would be the first thing you buy after winning the lottery?
My grandparents farm, without a doubt. It's been in the family for a very long time, and I just want to keep it in the family. After that, maybe a cow or two, some chickens and just live off the land.
Canada or Brasil?
Even though my last name ends in son, it's not a nordic name. I do however suspect I have some nordic genes, as I actually prefer colder climates over warmer ones. If you're too cold, you can always put on more clothes. If you're too warm, well, there's only a finite amount of clothes you can take off.
We discuss the challenges of using PHPStan at its strictest level for type checking, particularly with 'mixed' types. It explores solutions like using strval() and creating custom functions, but ultimately, the author opts to lower PHPStan's strictness due to complexity, ending with mixed feelings.
Will AI take over our jobs? Should we, as software developers, be using AI? How should I use AI in my job? How will this all evolve? Here's my personal findings on the topic.
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