The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source The new $30,000 side hustle (News)
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Jan 13, 2025 A concerning trend in tech hiring reveals employee referrals becoming a lucrative side hustle. Discussion highlights the struggles of managing large legacy codebases and the decline of Swift, as industry veterans share their insights. A cool tool turns GitHub repos into interactive diagrams, making complex data more accessible. Meanwhile, crypto stablecoins emerge as a potential disruptor to Visa and Mastercard's dominance, promising lower transaction costs and a shift in the financial landscape.
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The Referral Side Hustle
- Tech workers are leveraging employee referrals as a lucrative side hustle.
- One individual earned $30,000 by referring over 1,000 candidates, resulting in multiple hires.
Working with Large Codebases
- Resist the urge to isolate your code in large codebases.
- Embrace the legacy code, ensuring consistency and integration.
Apple's Influence on Swift
- Jacob Bartlett believes Apple's corporate governance is hindering Swift's potential.
- He argues that Apple prioritizes profit over community input and craftsmanship.