Oversimplified: Issue 52
Getting lucky, managing the Gitlab data team, and a framework for career decisions
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Let's get to the links I found worth sharing this week. As always, enjoy the newsletter and let me know what you think! If this was forwarded to you, check out some previous issues and subscribe for future updates.
đ What I Wrote
A Framework for Career Decisions
I recently decided to join Hugo, a fast-growing startup creating a smarter interface for meeting notes. I simplified my thinking down to a framework for assessing current and future career opportunities.
Why Data Scientists Should Write
I've been practicing both data science and writing for around 4 years now. It's long overdue that I share my feelings on how the two interact.
How I Built My Blog with Gatsby and Ghost
Last month, I redesigned my website and blog from scratch using Gatsby and Ghost to lead the way. From tech stack to inspiration, this is how I did it.
đ What I Read
Lessons Learned Managing the Gitlab Data Team
This tell-all from a former manager of the Gitlab Data team is refreshingly honest and helpful. Check it out for common hiccups and lessons learned related to scaling a data team.
Scaling to 100k Users
A former engineer of the video platform of Facebook, Alex Pareto, shares a hypothetical case study where he scales a small app from 1 to 100k users. This is a perfect example of how a thoughtful example can often be the best explanation.
How to Get Lucky: Focus On The Fat Tails
It always feels good when someone puts something into words that youâve been trying to wrap your head around for a while. This essay from Taylor Pearson is a perfect example of that for me. Itâs well worth your time.
The Day You Became a Better Writer
Scott Adamâs blog is a gold mine, but this essay on business writing stands out. Man, this is a classic. Even the title is fantastic.
đ„ What I Found Interesting
I Love Product Management
This collection of links on product management is impressively comprehensive. I havenât had a chance to dig into it yet, but it definitely earns a bookmark.
How to Tell a Mathematician You Love Them
Valentineâs Day was this past Friday, and these sketches are adorable. Scroll down to âOperations Researchâ for my personal favorite.
đ€ Quote I'm Pondering
"Autonomy is the desire to steer our own ship. Mastery is the desire to steer it well. And purpose is the need for the journey to mean something.â â Peter H. Diamandis
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