Dec 07, 2021 — 4 min read
Let's learn how to extend existent Pull Request Update GitHub Actions workflow with steps specific for Dependabot pull requests (i.e. labels). We will add two jobs to the existent pull_request
workflow and experiment with separate before and after workflow_run
event workflows. Fortunately, after the recent GitHub actions update we don't need to use a separate pull_request_target
event workflow as a workaround.
Nov 23, 2021 — 9 min read
GitHub Actions is an awesome and very powerful tool. Let's explore workflow running time optimizations with caching node_modules
and production build artifacts. We will be using Dependency Cache GH Actions feature driven by actions/cache
. Hint: as always, cache invalidation is a key
.
Jul 03, 2021 — 3 min read
Just finished this very insightful and down-to-earth book on team management basics. Comes with loads of actionable advice, check-lists and quizzes. It covers everything from first month on the job and managing yourself to efficient meetings and growing leadership within your organization. Author, Julie Zhuo joined Facebook early on as a designer intern and since then has grown to the position…
Jul 02, 2021 — 11 min read
Reviewing code is complex and demanding. When implemented correctly it can truly lift the project and the team up to the next level. On the flip side, when done wrong, it causes more harm than good. Let's dive deep into what makes for a good code review and how to approach it in a scalable, respectful and mutually beneficial manner.