Rui Costa’s Post

💡✨ Nothing is Impossible! ✨💡 I’m excited to introduce our innovative web application, Towo Tech Garage Helper, developed by #TeamCronus for the #Ballerina competition. As the main backend developer 💻, this journey has been an incredible learning experience for me! When I started, my knowledge of backend development, API integration, and #Ballerina was minimal. However, with determination and hard work, I built a fully functional backend in just 25 days, integrating several APIs along the way. Some days I worked over 30 hours straight without sleep! This might seem like a small achievement to some, but for me, it’s a huge milestone 💪💪. 🚍🚖 What is Towo Tech Garage Helper? Towo Tech helps drivers find nearby garages and tire services in emergencies using Google Maps API and real-time location. A Ballerina backend, connected to a MongoDB database, identifies the closest cities based on user coordinates and displays nearby service options. Users can also submit feedback, which is saved in the database, and receive a thank-you email via Google Email API. This platform brings peace of mind by providing location-based assistance and continuously improving through user interaction. Special Thanks: A huge shoutout to my amazing teammates 🧑🤝🧑: Thisara Chethani – Lead Frontend Developer Jithmi Wickramasinghe Sahan Lochana And, of course, heartfelt thanks to the WSO2 and Ballerina teams for giving us this incredible opportunity ❤🔥. #TeamCronus #BallerinaLang #APIDevelopment #TowoTech #BackendDevelopment #GoogleMapsAPI #MongoDB #Geolocation #HardWork #Achievement

1 Big Mistake I Made When I Was First Getting Started In Software Engineering Like most beginners, I made many mistakes in my career. But this was the biggest one by far: Create Horizontal Teams. Here's what happened: I was hired as a "Backend Engineer" when I joined a startup a few years ago. I developed the Backend part of some features while someone else with the title of "Frontend Engineer" worked on the Frontend of the same feature. We had a "Backend Team" and a "Frontend Team". I was thrilled back then because I didn't like working with React (our frontend framework), but I enjoyed working with Node. But there was a big issue: almost any feature requires backend and frontend work. What does it mean? Continuous alignment between Frontend and Backend teams. Teams were depending on each other. A single team couldn't provide value to the user on its own. But it's also worth acknowledging that this mistake taught me a ton. Teams should be able to provide value to the users. To do that, they need to be organized in a way that makes it possible to deliver a feature entirely. Organize your teams to make them responsible for a vertical slice of the product. Ensure teams own their parts of the product and are autonomous to work on them. #SoftwareEngineering #LeadershipLessons #TeamOrganization #TechLeadership #ProductDevelopment #EngineeringTeams #VerticalTeams #StartupLessons #CareerGrowth #TeamCollaboration #BackendEngineering #FrontendDevelopment #SoftwareDevelopment #TechCareer #ContinuousImprovement _____________________________________ If you want to read more, check my post on this topic in the first comment.

Ever considered cutting costs on devs? Here’s a brilliant strategy for those feeling adventurous: 👉 Hire the cheapest devs you can find. 👉 Expect top-tier results from entry-level pay. 👉 Be surprised when deadlines are missed (again). 👉 Assume bugs are “features” now. 👉 Wonder why your app breaks every time someone sneezes. Fixing it? Definitely not going to cost more later. 😉 Remember, you get what you pay for. Invest wisely upfront, or… well, prepare for those “budget-friendly” consequences. 💸 Agree? 😅 #devshops #software #softwaredevelopment #outsource -------------------------- 👨💻 I help ambitious companies build software and scale dev teams 📩 Drop me a line to discuss your project

🚀 Excited to reflect on my journey as a frontend engineer! In just one month, I'll be celebrating one full year of growth on the same tech stack. 🎉 This milestone has been a testament to the power of perseverance and continuous learning. Throughout this journey, the biggest takeaway has been mastering the art of problem-solving. 💡 Whether it's tackling complex tasks or creating innovative features, I've learned to approach each challenge with a strategic mindset. One of the most rewarding aspects has been implementing better engineering practices to deliver robust and effective solutions. 🛠️ Collaborating with my team, I've focused on creating features with easy-to-understand coding practices, ensuring scalability and maintainability for future improvements. As I look back on this journey, I'm grateful for the opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful projects. Here's to another year of pushing boundaries and embracing new challenges! 💪 I'm always eager to learn and grow, and I value your insights and experiences. Feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions on how to further enhance my journey in software engineering! Let's spark a conversation! 💬 #FrontendEngineering #ContinuousLearning #ProblemSolving #softwareEngineer #innovation #creativity #startups

New week, new goals! There's no better time than today to start something fresh. Whether it's tackling a new project or learning a new skill, Mondays are the perfect day to set the tone for the rest of the week. Today, I'm diving into a new backend development project that excites and challenges me. Remember, every small step counts toward your bigger goals! 💪 What's something new you're starting this week? Let's keep pushing boundaries and creating solutions! #MondayMotivation #GrowthMindset #BackendDevelopment #TechJourney #CodingJourney

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"Age is just a number. The time you wake up is your morning." As front-end developers, we're constantly navigating the pace of change and finding our unique rhythm. Some of us may code deep into the night, while others start at sunrise, but our work speaks louder than any clock. Our value is defined by the creativity, resilience, and problem-solving we bring to each project. In this industry, success isn't about fitting into someone else's routine—it's about aligning our best hours with our best ideas, whether that’s tackling complex UIs or enhancing accessibility. Let’s continue pushing boundaries, no matter the time or age. #FrontendDevelopment #Productivity #GrowthMindset

My biggest announcement this year… To celebrate my 33rd birthday I’m promoting the “Success proven software team” structure So I'm looking for → 5 startup founders → Who want to have instant engineering experts → To guarantee the success of your development projects From now until August 23rd, → When you hire my software engineers → Starting from only 01 person → Any tech stack - AI, Backend, Frontend, Mobile You will get these resources for free: → 1 technical lead with 8+ yoe (valued at $6,000/month) → 1 project manager (valued at $3,000/month) → A library of content for building apps and MVPs (valued at $500) If you've been looking for a dev team which → Have 5+ years building 50+ apps → Got 100% 5-star reviews on Clutch → Help you remove all the hassles of daily dev work → And build a flawless and ready-to-sell apps for you Now is the right time to do it The empty slots will be filled very soon DM me “dev” for more details PS. Check the comments for my client testimonials and success stories

Building with Passion, Growing with Purpose 💻✨ As a front-end developer, I find joy in both creating and learning every day. My journey has taught me that true growth happens when you're passionate about what you build.💡 Recently, I've been reflecting on every step.💭  Each mistake has been a valuable lesson, helping me learn and grow even more 📈 Excited for what's to come! Let’s keep pushing boundaries. 🚀🔥 #FrontEndDevelopment #CodingLife #GrowthMindset #TeamLead #TechJourney

🌟 Looking for teammates to build, create, and grow together! Are you into frontend development, backend development, or just love solving tech problems? I’m building a team of passionate people to: 👩💻 Join hackathons and work on exciting challenges. 💡 Collaborate on side projects to learn and grow. 🤝 Support each other by sharing ideas and promoting our work. You don’t need to be an expert—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. Let’s connect, create cool stuff, and build something amazing together! Comment below or send me a message if you’re interested. Can’t wait to get started! 🚀 #developers #hackathons #frontend #backend #sideprojects #teamwork #collaboration #programming #learning #growth #innovation #webdevelopment #codinglife #teambuilding #softwaredevelopment #creativity