Damian Nicholson

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Batch file renaming in Bash

A quick Bash example for batch renaming files across nested directories.
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Tips on writing a frontend developer CV

Practical advice on crafting a well-rounded CV for frontend developer job applications.
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Exposing Rails routes in JavaScript

How to export Rails routes into JavaScript to simplify URL handling client-side.
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The books I read in 2016

A list of books I read in 2016 with brief thoughts and recommendations.
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The best books I read in 2015

My personal picks for the best books I read in 2015 and why they stood out.
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Stubbing AngularJS $window

Tips for stubbing AngularJS $window in tests to make them more reliable.
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Why am I going to that conference again?

A look at why tech conferences often prioritise inspirational talks over practical content, and what attendees actually want to learn.
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CoffeeScript round two

My renewed thoughts on CoffeeScript, its pros and cons, and whether it’s worth learning.
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Scotland.js

Notes and takeaways from attending the Scotland.js conference.
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Moving to Android

My first thoughts and early impressions after switching from iOS to Android.