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samdeepthink
samdeepthink
Jul 14, 2026 · R&D Management

Why I Gave a Mid-Level Engineer a Performance “A” and What It Signifies

The author explains that a performance “A” is awarded only when an engineer exceeds expectations, illustrating this with two projects—a store scheduling system and a semi‑finished product dashboard—showing how independent handling of large‑scale work reduces management overhead and builds trust.

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Why I Gave a Mid-Level Engineer a Performance “A” and What It Signifies
samdeepthink
samdeepthink
Jul 12, 2026 · Interview Experience

What Ability Sets Senior Developers Apart?

The author argues that the most critical skill for senior developers is the ability to independently design and deliver large, complex systems, emphasizing thoughtful architecture decisions, trade‑off analysis, and proactive problem‑solving throughout a project's lifecycle.

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What Ability Sets Senior Developers Apart?