Krzysztof Marczewski - self format | continuous development

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how to develop great code & yourself
as a coder.

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Here I interweave issues of continuous self-development — productivity, valuable skills, and tools, with software engineering, especially Android, Kotlin, and mobile multiplatform.

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Krzysztof Marczewski

Hi! I’m Krzysztof Marczewski — a mobile developer focused on how to develop great code and yourself as a coder.

I interweave issues of continuous self-development — productivity, useful skills, and tools, with software engineering, especially Android, Kotlin, and mobile multiplatform.

3 minute read

Productivity

YearCompass – fix your New Year’s resolutions

Krzysztof Marczewski

I started just one year ago (2020/2021). But because I clearly see how good this concept is, I thought it would be great to spread the word so that you can benefit from it this year as well.…

4 minute read

Development

Jetpack Compose – pros and cons of using it in production

Krzysztof Marczewski

If you're struggling with the decision of whether to use Jetpack Compose in a new and/or existing project, here's what I think might help you decide.

Productivity

YearCompass – fix your New Year’s resolutions

Krzysztof Marczewski
3 min

Development

Jetpack Compose – pros and cons of using it in production

Krzysztof Marczewski
4 min

4 minute read

Productivity

How to make writing easier

Krzysztof Marczewski

Let's face it. Most readers just skim the text of articles. Unless they're true fans of a given author or seeking a specific kind of information, chances that the article will be consumed top…

5 minute read

Why I changed Kindle for a reader with e-ink and Android

Krzysztof Marczewski

Reading non-fiction books becomes a huge part of my life. I’m trying to read only the most recommended books by people I respect, or one with the highest rating. Of course with some…

2 minute read

Adding new words to learn with Android devices

Krzysztof Marczewski

This article is a continuation of the previous one where I discussed the whole process of effortless learning and memorizing new words that came up on your way. In this post, I will present an…

6 minute read

Development

How to configure and use detekt on a daily basis

Krzysztof Marczewski

The first part will give you Gradle setup for detekt in a multi-module android project. The second part is about the initial setup that every developer needs to do locally in order to use…

16 minute read

Productivity

Changing industry and why you should not be scared about it

Krzysztof Marczewski

The story about asking challenging questions, taking the binding decisions, seeking support, and respecting the time and strategy

4 minute read

Productivity

Effortless learning and memorizing new words that came up on your way

Krzysztof Marczewski

with free tools: Google Translate, Quizlet, and Loop

13 minute read

Development

Android Studio Productivity Course

Krzysztof Marczewski

Features and shortcuts guide with tips & tricks to strengthen your flow on macOS, Windows & Linux

3 minute read

Code reviews done right

Krzysztof Marczewski

Practical tips to improve code reviews in your squad. Here’s a list of good, unusual, and unobvious practices I’ve spotted during code reviews.

5 minute read

The best offline note-taking app

Krzysztof Marczewski

Hands up, who didn't find right app to write, format, export and store researches, recpits, thoughts. If you've got a similar problem then here's good news – I had found the right tool.

2 minute read

Productivity

3 steps to improve your focus ability during work

Krzysztof Marczewski

The last part of the "Organize yourself" series is associated with deep work. This three-step article tells you how to strengthen and structure the perception.

10 minute read

Productivity

11 time management tools & tips for power users

Krzysztof Marczewski

Are you looking for the most useful way to be organized? Do you know which tools strengthen productivity and which can destroy it? How techniques could support time managing and work? You'll…

13 minute read

Productivity

10 strategies that help increase productivity

Krzysztof Marczewski

We will take a look on things like: balance, evaluation, deep working, self-improvement and much much more. Hint: Prepare a cup of coffee because this trip will take some time.

5 minute read

Productivity

Introduction to the world of productivity

Krzysztof Marczewski

This series is sum of years of experiments. During 4 part series, you'll get into details of productivity world. Current part is an answer to simple but important question 'Why should I care…

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