Losing my religion.

Three monkeys sitting on a bench, embodying the see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil proverb.

Hey, folks! It’s been months and months since I spilled words onto the digital canvas. Why? Well, I just didn’t feel the vibe, you know? Writing needs that spark, that moment when the ideas start doing a happy dance in your head.

So, picture this: I’m chilling, tunes in the background, and suddenly, the famous chords of “Losing My Religion” hit the airwaves. It’s like R.E.M. and I are having this cosmic conversation. And you know what? Inspiration smacked me square in the face. Right then, I thought, “Let’s hit the keyboard”

Over the past year, my LinkedIn feed has seen a surge of people preaching about everything under the tech sun—TDD, frameworks, languages, you name it. Now, don’t get me wrong; enthusiasm for tech is fantastic. But as the preach-o-meter hit the red zone across the board, it got me thinking.

In the ever-evolving landscape of IT, it’s not about preaching to the masses just for visibility. It’s about being that open-minded, tech-savvy friend who’s always ready to share knowledge, ideas, and a good laugh over a shared coding struggle.

In this world, you’re bound to encounter enthusiasts who treat their chosen tech like a religion. You know the type—the “I’ve got the secret sauce, and you’re just not in the club” vibe.

But let’s get real; it’s not about who’s got the loudest preaching game. At the end of the day, it’s all just personal opinions.

Why do people get so worked up ? Well, it’s a massive playing field with more specialties than you can count. Some folks become gurus in one thing and swear by it. But here’s the thing—what’s a genius move in one spot might flop elsewhere.

Tech? Oh, it’s like a rollercoaster that never slows down. Today’s genius move could be tomorrow’s ancient history. Some people cling tight to what they know, but being open to new ideas is the name of the game.

Now, about communities—yeah, they’re fantastic for swapping knowledge. But sometimes, they turn into these little exclusive clubs. It’s not a game of “us vs. them.” Different communities bring different strengths. Let’s cherry-pick the good stuff from each, shall we?

Here’s the deal: in IT, decisions often boil down to personal preferences. Everyone’s got their unique take, and that’s cool. But let’s ditch the ego preaching, okay? Preaching just for visibility doesn’t do squat for the industry. The gap is already massive, and what we need are folks who are seriously prepared and open-minded.

No room for ego trips; we’re here to help each other out, not stroke our own egos.

Being open-minded isn’t just a fancy tagline; it’s the secret sauce. Respect each other’s opinions, mix up those ideas, and let’s turn the industry into a positive, creative space.

We’re not here for the preaching; we’re here to bridge the gap and make things better. Cool? Cool.

So there you have it, friends — a bit of tech talk, a dash of holiday cheer, and a sprinkle of New Year hopes. As we venture into the coming year, let’s carry the spirit of collaboration and openness. Less ego, more camaraderie.

Together, let’s make the IT world a place where diversity of thought is celebrated, and innovation knows no bounds.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and may your 2024 be filled with code that compiles on the first try, successfull deployments made on a Friday at 5pm and colleagues who bring donuts to morning meetings.

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