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Technical Interviews12 min read

The Complete Technical Interview Study Plan (2026 Edition)

A structured 12-week study plan covering algorithms, system design, and behavioral interviews.

Maria Rodriguez

March 28, 2026

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AI Hiring8 min read

How AI Is Transforming Technical Hiring: Trends to Watch in 2026

From AI-powered screening to automated assessments, AI is reshaping how companies hire engineers.

Alex Chen

March 26, 2026

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Technical Interviews12 min read

The Complete Technical Interview Study Plan (2026 Edition)

A structured 12-week study plan covering algorithms, system design, and behavioral interviews.

March 28, 2026Read

AI Hiring8 min read

How AI Is Transforming Technical Hiring: Trends to Watch in 2026

From AI-powered screening to automated assessments, AI is reshaping how companies hire engineers.

March 26, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio7 min read

Building a Developer Portfolio That Actually Gets You Hired

Most developer portfolios miss the mark. Here's how to build one that showcases your real impact.

March 25, 2026Read

Remote Jobs8 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Landing Remote Developer Jobs in 2026

Remote opportunities are growing. Here's a complete strategy for finding and landing remote engineering roles.

March 24, 2026Read

Engineering7 min read

Clean Code Principles Every Developer Should Know

Writing code is easy. Writing clean code takes discipline. Here are the principles that matter most.

March 24, 2026Read

GitHub6 min read

How to Optimize Your GitHub Profile for Recruiters

Your GitHub profile is your resume to technical recruiters. Here's what they're looking for and how to stand out.

March 22, 2026Read

Technical Interviews9 min read

System Design Interview Prep: A Developer's Guide

System design interviews test your ability to think at scale. Here's how to prepare and common questions to practice.

March 22, 2026Read

Open Source7 min read

Getting Started With Open Source: A Complete Beginner's Guide

Open source contributions are the best way to build your reputation as a developer. Here's how to start.

March 22, 2026Read

Developer Careers9 min read

The Developer Career Ladder: A Complete Guide to Engineering Levels

From junior to staff engineer and beyond — understand what each level means, how to advance, and what companies actually look for at every stage.

March 20, 2026Read

Startup7 min read

First Technical Hire: What to Look for in an Early-Stage Engineering Lead

Your first engineering hire sets the technical culture for your entire company. Here's how to find the right person.

March 20, 2026Read

ATS7 min read

How ATS Software Really Works: A Developer's Guide

Applicant Tracking Systems aren't magic — they're databases with rules. Understanding how they work helps you beat them.

March 18, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio6 min read

What to Include in Your Developer Portfolio (With Examples)

Not sure what belongs in your portfolio? Here's a complete checklist with real examples from hired developers.

March 18, 2026Read

Remote Jobs6 min read

Working Across Time Zones: A Developer's Survival Guide

Async communication is the backbone of remote work. Here's how to thrive in a distributed team.

March 18, 2026Read

AI Hiring7 min read

AI Resume Screening: How It Works and What It Misses

AI resume screeners analyze keywords, patterns, and experience. Here's what they get right and wrong.

March 18, 2026Read

GitHub5 min read

GitHub README Guides: How to Write Them for Maximum Impact

A great README makes your project accessible, usable, and impressive. Here's a template and best practices.

March 16, 2026Read

Engineering8 min read

Microservices vs Monolith: Making the Right Architectural Choice

The debate continues. Here's a pragmatic framework for choosing the right architecture for your project.

March 16, 2026Read

Developer Careers7 min read

How to Negotiate Your Developer Salary: A Step-by-Step Guide

Negotiation isn't about being aggressive — it's about knowing your worth and communicating it effectively. Here's exactly what to say and do.

March 15, 2026Read

Technical Interviews6 min read

Behavioral Interview Questions: How to Answer With the STAR Method

The STAR method is the most effective framework for behavioral interviews. Here's how to master it.

March 15, 2026Read

Startup5 min read

Why We're Building DevPass in Public: Our Transparency Manifesto

Transparency is core to our mission. Here's why we share everything — from our roadmap to our mistakes.

March 15, 2026Read

Open Source8 min read

Maintaining Popular Open Source Projects: Lessons Learned

Maintaining an open source project is rewarding and challenging. Here's what we've learned from running popular repos.

March 14, 2026Read

ATS6 min read

ATS vs Recruiters: Who Actually Reads Your Resume?

The truth about how resumes get reviewed — and why optimizing for both algorithms and humans is essential.

March 12, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio5 min read

Portfolio vs Resume: When to Use Each in Your Job Search

Both have their place. Here's a strategic guide on when to lead with your portfolio vs your resume.

March 12, 2026Read

Remote Jobs6 min read

Remote Developer Salary Benchmarks: What You Should Be Earning

Salaries for remote roles vary widely. Here's what developers are earning across different regions and companies.

March 12, 2026Read

Developer Careers6 min read

Switching from Web to Mobile Development: What You Need to Know

Thinking about moving from web to mobile development? Here's what's different, what transfers, and how to position yourself for mobile roles.

March 10, 2026Read

GitHub5 min read

Using GitHub as a Portfolio: Showcase Your Best Work

Your GitHub profile is already your best portfolio. Here's how to make it work for you.

March 10, 2026Read

AI Hiring6 min read

Can AI Conduct Fair Technical Interviews?

AI-powered interview platforms promise consistency and scale. But can they eliminate bias?

March 10, 2026Read

Engineering6 min read

Code Review Best Practices for Distributed Teams

Code reviews are essential for quality and knowledge sharing. Here's how to do them well in a remote setting.

March 10, 2026Read

Hiring7 min read

The Resume Is Not a Signal: Why Technical Hiring Is Broken

Resumes convert years of engineering work into keywords. Here's how we quantify what actually matters for hiring.

March 8, 2026Read

Technical Interviews7 min read

LeetCode Strategies That Actually Work for Busy Developers

You don't need to solve 500 problems to pass coding interviews. Here's a targeted approach that works.

March 8, 2026Read

Startup8 min read

How to Hire Your First 10 Engineers: A Startup Playbook

Hiring your first engineering team is a critical milestone. Here's a playbook for getting it right.

March 8, 2026Read

Open Source6 min read

Open Source as a Portfolio: How Contributors Get Hired

Companies increasingly hire developers based on their open source contributions. Here's how to leverage yours.

March 6, 2026Read

Developer Careers5 min read

Building a Personal Brand as a Developer: Why It Matters and How to Start

Your personal brand is your reputation amplified. In a competitive job market, it's the difference between being found and being overlooked.

March 5, 2026Read

ATS5 min read

10 ATS Keywords Every Developer Should Include in Their Resume

These keywords appear in the job descriptions you're targeting. Here's how to include them naturally.

March 5, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio6 min read

Project Case Studies: The Secret Weapon in Your Portfolio

Case studies demonstrate your thinking process, not just your output. Here's how to write compelling ones.

March 5, 2026Read

Remote Jobs5 min read

Remote-First vs Remote-Friendly: What Developers Need to Know

The difference between remote-first and remote-friendly companies matters more than you think.

March 5, 2026Read

GitHub7 min read

The Power of Open Source Contributions on Your Career

Contributing to open source projects is one of the fastest ways to grow your reputation as a developer.

March 4, 2026Read

Engineering5 min read

Technical Documentation: A Guide for Software Engineers

Good documentation saves hours of context-switching. Here's how to write docs that people actually use.

March 4, 2026Read

Hiring8 min read

Structured Hiring: How to Reduce Bias and Hire Better Engineers

Structured interviews and rubrics are proven to reduce bias and improve hiring outcomes. Here's how to implement them.

March 2, 2026Read

AI Hiring6 min read

The Role of AI in Skills-Based Hiring: Opportunities and Risks

AI can help identify skills more accurately than resumes, but it comes with significant risks.

March 2, 2026Read

Technical Interviews5 min read

How to Handle Take-Home Coding Assessments

Take-home assessments are increasingly common. Here's how to stand out without spending weeks on them.

March 1, 2026Read

Developer Careers8 min read

From Bootcamp to Senior Engineer: A Career Timeline

The bootcamp-to-senior path is real, but it takes intentionality. Here's what each year should look like.

February 28, 2026Read

Startup7 min read

Pre-Seed to Series A: Engineering Team Growth at Each Stage

How engineering teams grow through each funding stage, and what to prioritize at each phase.

February 28, 2026Read

GitHub6 min read

GitHub Actions for Your Job Search: Automate Your Portfolio

Use GitHub Actions to automatically update your portfolio, resume, and other job search assets.

February 26, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio4 min read

Should You Build a Custom Portfolio Site or Use a Template?

Building from scratch shows initiative. Using a template saves time. Here's a framework for deciding.

February 26, 2026Read

Remote Jobs5 min read

How to Build a Remote Work Routine That Prevents Burnout

Without boundaries, remote work can consume your life. Here's how to build a sustainable routine.

February 26, 2026Read

Engineering6 min read

The Engineering Manager's Guide to 1:1 Meetings

One-on-one meetings are the most important recurring commitment for engineering managers. Here's how to run them effectively.

February 26, 2026Read

Open Source5 min read

The Business Case for Open Source: Why Companies Sponsor Projects

More companies are sponsoring open source projects. Here's why it makes business sense.

February 26, 2026Read

ATS6 min read

Why Your Resume Gets Rejected by ATS (And How to Fix It)

90% of resumes never reach a human. Here are the most common ATS rejection reasons and exactly how to fix each one.

February 25, 2026Read

Technical Interviews6 min read

What Interviewers Actually Look for in Whiteboard Coding

It's not about the right answer. Here's what interviewers evaluate during live coding sessions.

February 22, 2026Read

AI Hiring5 min read

Generative AI in Recruiting: Helpful or Hype?

From writing job descriptions to generating interview questions, generative AI is entering recruiting. Here's what actually works.

February 22, 2026Read

Developer Careers7 min read

Developer Career Growth: Skills That Matter Most at Every Level

The skills that got you to mid-level won't get you to senior. Here's what to focus on at each career stage.

February 20, 2026Read

ATS5 min read

ATS-Friendly Resume Templates for Developers

Design matters, but not if the ATS can't read it. Here are templates that look great and parse correctly.

February 18, 2026Read

GitHub5 min read

What Your Commit History Says About You as an Engineer

Your commit history reveals your coding habits, communication style, and collaboration patterns.

February 18, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio4 min read

How Often Should You Update Your Developer Portfolio?

An outdated portfolio is worse than no portfolio. Here's a maintenance schedule that works.

February 18, 2026Read

Remote Jobs7 min read

Best Countries for Remote Developers to Live and Work

Digital nomad visas, tax considerations, and quality of life — here are the best places for remote developers.

February 18, 2026Read

Startup5 min read

When to Hire Your First Engineering Manager

The transition from peer-led to manager-led engineering is critical. Here's how to know when it's time.

February 18, 2026Read

Engineering7 min read

Monitoring and Observability: A Practical Introduction

You can't fix what you can't see. Here's a practical guide to monitoring your applications effectively.

February 18, 2026Read

Open Source6 min read

How to Build a Community Around Your Open Source Project

Code is just the beginning. Here's how to build a thriving community around your open source project.

February 18, 2026Read

Developer Careers4 min read

How to Quit Your Developer Job the Right Way

Leaving a job is a skill too. Here's how to resign professionally, transition smoothly, and keep relationships intact.

February 15, 2026Read

Technical Interviews5 min read

The Technical Phone Screen: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Phone screens are the first technical filter. Here's what companies are looking for and how to pass them.

February 15, 2026Read

AI Hiring6 min read

AI vs Human: What Makes Developer Hiring Most Effective

The best hiring processes combine AI efficiency with human judgment. Here's how to find the right balance.

February 14, 2026Read

ATS7 min read

The Future of ATS: How AI Is Changing Resume Screening

AI-powered ATS systems are becoming more sophisticated. Here's what that means for your job search strategy.

February 12, 2026Read

GitHub8 min read

How to Contribute to Popular Open Source Repositories

Getting started with open source contributions to major projects isn't as hard as you think. Here's a step-by-step guide.

February 12, 2026Read

Developer Careers6 min read

Remote vs In-Office: Which Is Better for Your Developer Career?

Both options have tradeoffs for your growth. Here's how to decide based on your career stage and goals.

February 10, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio5 min read

Showcasing Side Projects in Your Developer Portfolio

Side projects demonstrate passion and initiative. Here's how to present them effectively in your portfolio.

February 10, 2026Read

Remote Jobs6 min read

Async Communication: The Superpower of Senior Remote Engineers

The best remote engineers communicate asynchronously by default. Here's how to master this critical skill.

February 10, 2026Read

Startup6 min read

Technical Debt vs Speed: How Startups Should Think About Code Quality

Startups need to move fast, but technical debt compounds. Here's a framework for making the tradeoff wisely.

February 10, 2026Read

Engineering6 min read

API Design Best Practices for REST and GraphQL

A well-designed API is a joy to use. Here are the principles that lead to great API design.

February 10, 2026Read

Open Source5 min read

Open Source Licensing: A Developer's Guide

Choosing the right open source license is important. Here's a guide to the most common licenses and what they mean.

February 10, 2026Read

Technical Interviews5 min read

Interview Anxiety: How to Stay Calm and Think Clearly

Nervousness is normal. Here are techniques to manage interview anxiety and perform at your best.

February 8, 2026Read

GitHub4 min read

GitHub Profile README: 10 Inspiring Examples

Your profile README is prime real estate. Here are 10 examples that do it right.

February 6, 2026Read

AI Hiring5 min read

How DevPass Uses AI to Match Developers With the Right Opportunities

Smart matching based on verified skills, not keyword matching. Here's how our AI matching works.

February 6, 2026Read

Developer Careers5 min read

The Developer's Guide to Performance Reviews

Performance reviews are your chance to advocate for your growth. Here's how to prepare and make them work for you.

February 5, 2026Read

Hiring10 min read

What We Learned From 500 Developer Interviews

We spoke to hundreds of developers about their hiring pain points. Here's what they told us about the broken process.

February 5, 2026Read

ATS4 min read

Cover Letters and ATS: Do They Matter?

Do cover letters still matter in an ATS-driven world? The answer is more nuanced than you think.

February 5, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio5 min read

The Role of Design in Developer Portfolios

Good design signals attention to detail. Here's how to make your portfolio look polished without being a designer.

February 3, 2026Read

Remote Jobs6 min read

How to Get Promoted as a Remote Engineer

Promotions are harder to come by when you're not in the office. Here's how to make your impact visible.

February 3, 2026Read

Engineering7 min read

Testing Strategies for Modern Web Applications

A comprehensive testing strategy balances speed, confidence, and coverage. Here's how to build one.

February 3, 2026Read

Open Source9 min read

From User to Maintainer: My Journey Contributing to Next.js

One developer's journey from filing bug reports to becoming a core maintainer of a major framework.

February 2, 2026Read

Technical Interviews4 min read

How to Follow Up After a Technical Interview

A thoughtful follow-up can leave a lasting impression. Here's exactly what to say and when to say it.

February 1, 2026Read

ATS5 min read

How DevPass Eliminates the Need for ATS Optimization

What if you didn't need to optimize your resume for an ATS at all? That's the vision behind DevPass.

January 30, 2026Read

Startup6 min read

Why DevPass Chose to Build in Public: Lessons From Month One

The first month of building in public taught us more than a year of stealth mode would have. Here's what we learned.

January 30, 2026Read

Developer Careers6 min read

Technical Writing for Engineers: A Career Superpower

Good writing sets senior engineers apart. Here's how to write clearly, influence decisions, and build your reputation.

January 28, 2026Read

Remote Jobs5 min read

The Best Remote Developer Tools and How to Use Them

From communication to collaboration to productivity — here are the tools every remote developer needs.

January 28, 2026Read

AI Hiring7 min read

The Ethics of AI in Hiring: What Engineers Need to Know

As AI plays a larger role in hiring, understanding the ethical implications is everyone's responsibility.

January 28, 2026Read

GitHub5 min read

Verifying Your GitHub Contributions: The Next Step in Developer Credibility

As AI-generated code becomes common, verified contributions matter more than ever. Here's why.

January 25, 2026Read

Technical Interviews6 min read

The Rise of Work Sample Tests in Engineering Hiring

Work sample tests predict job performance better than whiteboard coding. Here's why more companies are adopting them.

January 25, 2026Read

Open Source6 min read

The Future of Open Source in an AI-Assisted World

As AI coding assistants become ubiquitous, open source faces new challenges and opportunities.

January 24, 2026Read

Hiring6 min read

Skills-Based Hiring: The Future of Technical Recruitment

More companies are moving away from degree requirements and toward skills-based assessments. Here's why that matters.

January 22, 2026Read

Engineering8 min read

Designing for Trust: How We Built DevPass's Verification System

Trust is the foundation of DevPass. Here's how we designed our verification system to be reliable and user-friendly.

January 22, 2026Read

ATS6 min read

The Hidden Costs of Relying on ATS for Hiring Decisions

ATS systems are designed for efficiency, not accuracy. Here's what companies miss when they rely too heavily on them.

January 20, 2026Read

Startup6 min read

Startup Hiring: Equity vs Salary — What Developers Should Know

Equity compensation can be confusing. Here's what developers should understand about startup offers.

January 20, 2026Read

AI Hiring5 min read

Preparing for AI-Assisted Technical Interviews

More companies are using AI in their interview process. Here's how to prepare for AI-assisted assessments.

January 18, 2026Read

Hiring5 min read

How to Write Job Descriptions That Attract Great Developers

Your job description is the first impression candidates have of your company. Here's how to make it count.

January 15, 2026Read

Developer Portfolio5 min read

From Portfolio to Passport: The Evolution of Developer Identity

Portfolios are static. The future is a dynamic, verified professional identity that evolves with your career.

January 15, 2026Read

Hiring7 min read

The Cost of a Bad Hire: Why Speed Shouldn't Trump Quality

A bad engineering hire can cost 6-12 months of productivity. Here's how to balance hiring velocity with quality.

January 8, 2026Read

Hiring6 min read

Hiring for Potential vs Experience: What Actually Works

Should you hire for what someone has done or what they could do? Research suggests potential often wins.

December 20, 2025Read

Hiring5 min read

How Companies Can Reduce Time-to-Hire Without Sacrificing Quality

Long hiring cycles cost you top candidates. Here are concrete strategies to speed up your process.

December 12, 2025Read

Hiring6 min read

The Case for Blind Technical Assessments

Removing identifying information from assessments can reduce bias and surface talent you'd otherwise miss.

December 5, 2025Read

Hiring5 min read

Hiring Managers: Stop Asking These 5 Interview Questions

These common interview questions waste time and reveal nothing useful about candidates. Here's what to ask instead.

November 28, 2025Read

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