PinnedSpencer SmithinThe StartupUnderstanding Inheritance in JavaScript Through Object CreationWhen first learning programming, I was very pleased by what seemed to be the inherent objectivity of code. Everything appeared to be very…15 min read·Nov 15, 2020----
PinnedSpencer SmithinThe StartupRails as an APIWhen learning how to program, sometimes it can feel like you’re learning the middle part of the process first. You’re comfortable with…11 min read·Jul 23, 2020--2--2
PinnedSpencer SmithAnnotated Algorithms: Kadane’s AlgorithmUnderstanding the problem8 min read·Oct 23, 2020----
Spencer SmithNode.js Fundamentals (Personal Notes)How Does JavaScript Run?2 min read·Dec 20, 2020----
Spencer SmithQuick Take: Express vs. Django vs. Ruby on RailsI applied for a company this week that was hiring for a Python position. Python was the first language I ever learned and I felt very…5 min read·Dec 14, 2020----
Spencer SmithUnderstanding Modules in Node.jsI’ve encountered the term Immediately Invoked Function Expression (IIFE) a ton while preparing for my interviews. Initially it was very…7 min read·Dec 6, 2020----
Spencer SmithLearning Strategies for your Software Engineering Job SearchI’ve been obsessed (in a healthy way) with figuring out how to use my time in the most efficient way possible for as long as I can…7 min read·Nov 28, 2020----
Spencer SmithinThe StartupReversing a Linked List explained as a children’s storyOnce upon a time, there was a magic bridge…6 min read·Nov 20, 2020--1--1
Spencer SmithAnnotated Algorithms: Bubble Sort, Insertion Sort, and Selection SortWe’ll be creating step-by-step breakdowns of three famous sorting algorithms. While they are not the most optimal algorithms regarding…8 min read·Oct 28, 2020----