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54 articles tagged #career

All English for IT articles related to #career.

  • Intermediate August 7, 2026 8 min

    English for Developer Experience Engineers: DX, SPACE Framework, and Platform Metrics

    Learn the vocabulary DX engineers use in standups and leadership presentations — SPACE framework, DX Core 4, friction logs, cognitive load, flow state, and developer NPS.

    #developer-experience #vocabulary #career
  • Advanced August 6, 2026 10 min

    English for AI Evaluation Engineers: Benchmarks, Metrics, and Model Assessment

    Master the English vocabulary AI evaluation engineers use — from benchmark suites and leaderboards to LLM-as-judge, inter-annotator agreement, model cards, and capability elicitation.

    #ai-evaluation #vocabulary #career
  • Intermediate August 1, 2026 8 min

    FinTech Vocabulary for Developers: Payments, Banking APIs, and Financial Tech Terms

    Master the English vocabulary FinTech developers use daily — from payment gateways and PCI-DSS to open banking, PSD2, IBAN, and idempotency in payment APIs.

    #fintech #vocabulary #career
  • Advanced July 31, 2026 9 min

    English for Knowledge Graph Engineers: Graph Databases and Semantic Web Vocabulary

    Learn the English vocabulary knowledge graph engineers use when discussing graph databases, RDF, ontologies, SPARQL, Cypher, and the semantic web.

    #knowledge-graph #vocabulary #career
  • Advanced July 28, 2026 9 min

    English for Technical Due Diligence: Vocabulary for M&A Tech Assessments

    Learn the English vocabulary used in technical due diligence engagements — from code audits and architecture scorecards to risk registers and executive summaries.

    #due-diligence #vocabulary #career
  • Advanced July 20, 2026 10 min

    System Design Vocabulary: 40 Terms Every Senior Engineer Must Know

    CAP theorem, CQRS, event sourcing, circuit breaker, saga — the 40 system design terms you must know to discuss distributed systems confidently in interviews and architecture reviews.

    #system-design #vocabulary #career
  • Intermediate July 16, 2026 8 min

    English for Developer Relations Engineers: Key Terms and Phrases

    Developer advocacy, CFP, talk abstracts, community management — the vocabulary DevRel engineers need to write, speak, and engage with developer communities in English.

    #devrel #vocabulary #career
  • Intermediate July 15, 2026 8 min

    English for Platform Engineers: The Vocabulary You Need

    IDP, golden path, paved road, developer experience — the vocabulary platform engineers use when designing, pitching, and evolving internal developer platforms.

    #platform-engineering #vocabulary #career
  • Advanced July 10, 2026 9 min

    English for AI Agents Engineers: The Vocabulary You Need

    Master the English vocabulary used in AI agents system design, code reviews, and architecture discussions. From agent loops to guardrails — explained with real examples.

    #ai-agents #vocabulary #llm #career
  • Intermediate July 10, 2026 9 min

    Personal Brand English for Developers: GitHub Profile, LinkedIn, and Portfolio Language

    A practical vocabulary guide for developers building their personal brand — GitHub README language, LinkedIn headline formulas, portfolio narrative structure, and active vs. passive candidate framing.

    #personal-brand #linkedin #github #portfolio #career
  • Intermediate July 1, 2026 8 min

    How to Discuss a Promotion Case in English

    A practical English guide for discussing a promotion case — how to present your impact, respond to feedback, and advocate for yourself professionally.

    #career #promotion #communication #vocabulary
  • Intermediate July 1, 2026 7 min

    How to Give Feedback in a 1-on-1 in English

    A practical English guide for giving feedback in 1-on-1 meetings — how to structure feedback, handle a defensive reaction, and follow up afterward.

    #feedback #communication #career #management
  • Intermediate June 23, 2026 8 min

    Collocations for Performance Reviews in Tech

    Master the English collocations used in tech performance reviews — from self-assessments to manager feedback — with real examples for software engineers and team leads.

    #vocabulary #performance-review #career #collocations #soft-skills
  • Advanced June 23, 2026 8 min

    How to Handle Difficult Questions in a Tech Interview

    Learn English strategies and phrases for handling tough questions in technical interviews — from system design to unexpected curveballs.

    #interview #speaking #career #techinterview
  • Intermediate June 21, 2026 7 min

    English for Performance Reviews in Tech

    Master the vocabulary and phrases you need to navigate performance reviews in English — from OKRs and impact statements to receiving feedback and advocating for yourself.

    #performance-review #career #vocabulary #feedback #okrs
  • Advanced June 21, 2026 7 min

    English for Technical Hiring Interviews (The Interviewer's Perspective)

    Vocabulary and phrases for engineers who conduct technical interviews in English — structuring questions, evaluating candidates, giving feedback, and discussing decisions.

    #hiring #interviews #vocabulary #interviewer #career
  • Intermediate June 21, 2026 7 min

    How to Give and Receive Technical Mentorship in English

    Practical vocabulary and phrases for technical mentorship conversations in English — coaching, giving feedback, asking for help, and having growth conversations.

    #mentorship #coaching #vocabulary #career #communication
  • Intermediate June 19, 2026 9 min

    Developer Community Management in English: Language for DevRel and Community Teams

    Learn the English vocabulary for developer community management — moderation, code of conduct, contributor onboarding, recognition, and engagement metrics.

    #career #devrel #community #open-source #communication
  • Intermediate June 19, 2026 9 min

    English for Engineering Manager 1:1 Meetings: Phrases and Vocabulary

    Master the English phrases and vocabulary for running effective 1:1 meetings as an engineering manager — feedback, blockers, and career growth.

    #communication #engineering-manager #1-1 #feedback #career
  • Advanced June 16, 2026 7 min

    Submitting Conference Talks: Writing Abstracts in English

    Learn how to write a compelling conference talk abstract in English — CFP structure, hook sentences, bio writing, and key vocabulary for speaker submissions.

    #conference #public-speaking #writing #career
  • Advanced June 16, 2026 7 min

    Technical Interview English: Answering Behavioural Questions

    Master the STAR method and key behavioural interview phrases to impress English-speaking interviewers at tech companies.

    #interview #career #behavioural #soft-skills
  • Intermediate June 16, 2026 8 min

    How to Discuss Engineering Velocity in English

    Learn the vocabulary and phrases engineering teams use to discuss delivery speed, throughput, and the factors that affect how fast teams can ship software.

    #career #velocity #agile #communication
  • Advanced June 16, 2026 7 min

    Salary Negotiation English: Phrases and Strategies for Developers

    Learn the English vocabulary and confident phrases to negotiate your salary, equity, and benefits package as a software developer.

    #salary #negotiation #career #soft-skills
  • Advanced June 16, 2026 7 min

    Performance Review English: Self-Assessment and Promotion Vocabulary

    Learn the vocabulary and phrases to write powerful self-assessments and make a clear case for promotion in English performance reviews.

    #performance-review #career #promotion #soft-skills
  • Intermediate June 16, 2026 8 min

    Talking About Engineering Ladders in English

    Learn the English vocabulary and phrases for discussing career progression, engineering levels, and performance expectations in technical organisations.

    #career #progression #levels #communication
  • Intermediate June 15, 2026 7 min

    How to Write a LinkedIn Post as an IT Professional

    Hook patterns, technical credibility without jargon overload, CTAs, and engagement vocabulary for writing professional LinkedIn posts in English.

    #LinkedIn #PersonalBranding #Career #Writing
  • Beginner June 14, 2026 7 min

    Common English Mistakes in Technical Interviews

    Avoid common English mistakes in technical interviews: overusing 'I think maybe', filler words, not asking for clarification, and rushing. With corrections and fixes.

    #interview #spoken-english #common-mistakes #career
  • Advanced June 14, 2026 9 min

    English for Negotiating Scope with a Product Manager

    Negotiate scope with a product manager in English: surfacing trade-offs, proposing a smaller first version, pushing back without saying no, and protecting quality.

    #speaking #career #product #negotiation
  • Intermediate June 14, 2026 7 min

    English for Remote Job Interviews in Tech

    Phrases, strategies, and vocabulary for video job interviews in tech: clarifying questions, problem-solving out loud, and handling technical screens remotely.

    #career #interviews #remote-work #speaking
  • Advanced June 14, 2026 9 min

    How to Answer System Design Interview Questions in English

    Structure your system design interview in English: clarifying requirements, proposing architecture, discussing trade-offs, and scaling. Practical phrases included.

    #interview #system-design #spoken-english #career
  • Intermediate June 14, 2026 8 min

    How to Ask for a Deadline Extension Professionally in English

    Ask for a deadline extension in English without losing trust: timing, honest reasons, proposing a new date, offering options, and email templates that work.

    #writing #career #communication #email
  • Advanced June 14, 2026 9 min

    How to Explain Your Architecture Decision in an Interview

    Explain architecture decisions in an interview with confidence: the context-options-decision structure, trade-off language, and phrases for handling follow-up questions.

    #career #interview #architecture #speaking
  • Beginner June 14, 2026 8 min

    How to Introduce Yourself as a Developer at a Conference in English

    Introduce yourself confidently at a tech conference in English: a memorable elevator pitch, breaking the ice, small talk, swapping contacts, and following up.

    #speaking #networking #career #conference
  • Beginner June 14, 2026 7 min

    How to Write a LinkedIn Headline as a Software Engineer

    Craft a compelling LinkedIn headline as a software engineer: examples, keywords, value proposition, and specialisation strategies to attract recruiters and opportunities.

    #career #linkedin #job-search #personal-branding
  • Beginner June 14, 2026 7 min

    How to Write a Professional Out of Office Message for Developers

    Write a clear out-of-office message as a developer in English: dates, escalation contacts, on-call handover, and templates for holidays, conferences, and sick leave.

    #writing #email #communication #career
  • Intermediate June 14, 2026 8 min

    Phrases for Negotiating Salary in English

    Negotiate your salary confidently in English: 'I was hoping for...', 'Based on my research...', 'Is there flexibility?', anchoring strategies, and practical scripts.

    #career #salary #negotiation #professional-english
  • Advanced June 13, 2026 11 min

    English for Engineering Budget Discussions: Talking About Cost and Headcount

    Master the English of engineering budgets: making the case for headcount, justifying spend, talking ROI and cloud costs, and pushing back on cuts. For tech leads and managers.

    #career #budget #leadership #communication
  • Intermediate June 13, 2026 8 min

    English for Performance Review Conversations in Tech

    Master the English phrases and vocabulary for 1:1 performance discussions, self-assessments, and career growth conversations in tech teams.

    #career #performance-review #communication
  • Intermediate June 13, 2026 7 min

    English for Salary Negotiation in Tech

    Practical English phrases and strategies for negotiating your salary as a software engineer — from the initial offer to the final agreement.

    #career #salary-negotiation #job-search #professional-english
  • Intermediate June 13, 2026 8 min

    English for Technical Account Managers: QBRs, Escalations, and Success Plans

    Master the English communication patterns for Technical Account Managers — QBR presentations, escalation language, success plans, and customer-facing vocabulary.

    #TAM #account-management #customer-success #career #business-english
  • Advanced June 13, 2026 11 min

    English for Vendor Technical Evaluations: Comparing Tools and Making the Case

    Master the English of evaluating tools and vendors: framing criteria, running a proof of concept, weighing trade-offs, and presenting a recommendation. For engineers and tech leads.

    #communication #vendor-evaluation #decision-making #career
  • Advanced June 13, 2026 8 min

    English Phrases for Job Interviews: Senior Engineering Roles

    The exact phrases and structures to use in senior software engineering interviews — from behavioural questions to technical leadership scenarios.

    #interview #senior-engineer #career #job-search #behavioural
  • Advanced June 13, 2026 11 min

    Interview English for Behavioral Rounds: STAR Method Phrases That Work

    Master behavioral interview English with the STAR method: phrases for Situation, Task, Action, and Result, plus how to talk about conflict, failure, and impact. For engineers.

    #interview #behavioral #star-method #career
  • Advanced June 13, 2026 10 min

    Interview English for SRE Engineers: SLIs, SLOs, Error Budgets, and Incident Management

    Ace your SRE interview in English — learn how to discuss SLIs, SLOs, error budgets, and incident management using the precise vocabulary and confident language patterns recruiters expect.

    #sre #interview #reliability #incident-management #career
  • Advanced June 13, 2026 11 min

    Interview English for System Design Rounds: Phrases That Show Senior Thinking

    Master the English of system design interviews: clarifying requirements, proposing trade-offs, estimating scale, and handling pushback. Phrases and scripts for senior engineers.

    #interview #system-design #communication #career
  • Beginner March 22, 2026 7 min

    LinkedIn Cold Message to a Recruiter: Templates That Get Replies

    How to write a LinkedIn cold message to a recruiter that actually gets a response. Message templates for different scenarios, what to include, what to avoid, and the English phrases that work.

    #writing #career #linkedin #job-search #communication
  • Intermediate March 21, 2026 10 min

    LinkedIn Profile English for IT Professionals

    How to write a compelling LinkedIn profile in English as a developer, DevOps engineer, or IT specialist. Headline formulas, About section structure, skills section tips, and 20+ real phrase examples.

    #writing #career #linkedin #job-search #communication
  • Beginner March 21, 2026 7 min

    Thank-You Email After a Tech Interview: Templates and Tips

    Why and how to send a thank-you email after a technical interview. Templates for different scenarios: after an onsite, after a take-home, after a phone screen. Phrases that stand out and mistakes to avoid.

    #writing #interview #email #career #communication
  • Intermediate March 20, 2026 9 min

    How to Write a Strong CV Bullet Point as a Developer

    Learn the formula for writing impactful CV bullet points in English. Techniques for quantifying impact, choosing strong action verbs, and avoiding vague language. Real before/after examples.

    #writing #career #cv #job-search #interview
  • Intermediate March 20, 2026 10 min

    How to Negotiate Your Salary in English as a Developer

    Scripts, phrases, and strategies for salary negotiation in English. What to say when offered a number, how to counter-offer without damaging the relationship, and how to handle silence.

    #interview #career #salary #communication #negotiation
  • Advanced March 18, 2026 10 min

    English for SRE Engineers: SLO, SLA, Error Budget, and Incident Language

    The professional English vocabulary and communication patterns for Site Reliability Engineers: SLI/SLO/SLA, error budgets, incident command, post-mortems, and reliability reporting.

    #sre #devops #vocabulary #incident #reliability #career
  • Advanced March 18, 2026 9 min

    How to Write an Architecture Decision Record (ADR) in English

    A practical guide to writing clear, professional Architecture Decision Records in English: structure, vocabulary, example templates, and the phrases that experienced architects use.

    #writing #documentation #architecture #adr #career
  • Intermediate March 18, 2026 11 min

    Technical Interview English: How to Think Out Loud in System Design

    How to talk through a system design interview in English: structures, phrases, trade-off language, and worked examples. For non-native speakers who know the tech but struggle to express it clearly.

    #interview #system-design #speaking #vocabulary #career
  • Intermediate February 20, 2026 9 min

    How to Communicate in Technical Interviews in English

    The phrases, sentence starters, and strategies experienced interviewers actually want to hear — from thinking out loud to asking clarifying questions.

    #interview #speaking #career
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