Consistency as a developer

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1. BATE 2019 GDG OJO-FESTAC The power of consistency .
2. Hi, I’m Adora Android Developer . Full stack Web Developer . Blogger, adorahack.com . GDG Ajah Co-Organizer . Twitter: @theadoranwodo, @adorahack . GitHub: @adoranwodo .
3. OVERVIEW 1. Introduction 2. Why is it important to be consistent? 3. Consistency as a developer 4. Consistency in coding practises 5. Consistency in building your community
4. Introduction
5. Consistent /kənˈsɪst(ə)nt/ acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate. adjective Keywords: Sameness. uniformity.
6. Most people who are consistent eventually succeed. THE TRUTH
7. Why is it important to be consistent?
8. Boosts your credibility Creates the culture of accountability Increased motivation Confidence Builds reputation Makes you more relevant Increases productivity
9. Let’s talk about consistency in developertown
10. Be consistent in being a GOOD developer. Be consistent when building your new community
11. Consistency as a developer
12. You’re a developer because you build software. So, build software!
13. IMPORTANT Invest in building your soft skills.
14. Choose a primary domain and build expertise there. You can't establish a track record if you are constantly shifting gears or trying new tactics.
15. Three levels: - Individual Consistency - Collective Consistency - Institutional Consistency
16. Consistency in coding practices
17. Don’t do inconsistent naming. fun begin(){ … val oldTemplateCount = 4 … val num_of_new_templates = 15 }
18. Do consistent naming. fun processTemplates(){ … val oldTemplateCount = 4 … val newTemplateCount = 15 }
19. Choose ONE style guide and stick to it.
21. One correct way is enough, really. counter++ counter = counter + 1 counter += 1
22. Time heals all wounds. Except in Software. - Joseph Gefroh
23. Consistency in building your community
24. Collaborations are very important.
25. Three ships: - Ownership - Leadership - Relationship
26. Feedbacks are equally very important.
27. If you are persistent, you will get it. If you are consistent, you will keep it. Don’t get it and lose it.
28. Thank you! www.adoranwodo.com