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Developer Performance Made Easy: Smart Strategies to Get More Done Daily

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Release Date: 08/19/2025

Strategic Foundations for Business Growth – Interview with Charly Leetham (Part 1)

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Building a strong company starts with strategic foundations for business growth. In Part 1 of our interview with , we explore how clarity, customer understanding, and simple systems help businesses grow with confidence. Her insights show how the right strategic groundwork leads to long-term success. About Charly Leetham Charly Leetham brings more than 40 years of hands-on experience in building practical, reliable systems for small businesses. She earned her amateur radio license at 13, became an electronic engineer by 21, and completed her MBA while working full-time and raising...

Automating Quality: Greg Lind on AI, Testing, and Continuous Improvement

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In this Building Better Foundations episode, hosts and continue their conversation with , founder of and . They explore how automating quality in software development changes the way teams build and test software. Greg explains that AI and automation can improve collaboration and prevent errors before they happen. As a result, teams can deliver code faster, maintain consistency, and build stronger foundations for long-term success. Greg’s experience across startups and open-source projects has shown him one simple truth: quality can’t be bolted on at the end—it must be built into...

Bridging the Gap Between Product and Development: Building Better Foundations with Greg Lind

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In part one of this Building Better Foundations interview, hosts and talk with , founder of and , about bridging the gap in software development through AI, automation, and collaboration. Greg shares how modern teams can overcome silos, strengthen communication, and build transparency into their workflows — creating stronger, more adaptive foundations for success in today’s fast-paced, AI-driven world. “We wanted to bring developers and product managers into one tool—so they could build together rather than as two separate teams.” — Greg Lind About the Guest —...

WordPress SEO for Developers: Tools vs. Building Your Own with Wes Towers (Part 2)

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In this follow-up episode of Building Better Developers, Wes Towers returns to share his hands-on approach to WordPress SEO for developers. From choosing lean tools like Kadence and Rank Math to using AI for faster content creation, Wes explains how developers can simplify design, speed up performance, and stay visible in an AI-driven search world. Key Idea: Smart WordPress SEO for developers isn’t about more plugins—it’s about clarity, speed, and content that stands out across search and AI platforms. About the Guest — Wes Towers Wes Towers is the founder of Uplift...

Niching for Developers: Lessons from Wes Towers (Part 1)

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In this Building Better Foundations episode, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche talk with Wes Towers of Uplift360, a Melbourne-based digital agency serving the construction and trades industry. The discussion centers on niching for developers—how focusing on a specific audience helps software teams and agencies communicate better, deliver faster, and build lasting client trust. Key Idea: Niching for developers isn’t about limiting opportunities — it’s about amplifying your expertise and clarity in the markets that need you most. About the Guest — Wes Towers Wes...

Strong Foundations Start with Strong Requirements

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In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts and revisit one of the most essential pillars of software development — requirements gathering. As part of the Building Better Foundations season, this discussion dives deep into why strong requirements are not just documentation — they’re the blueprint of success for every software project. From Classroom Rules to Real-World Clarity Rob opens the discussion by highlighting a gap many developers face: they’re trained to solve problems, but not to define them. In classrooms and coding bootcamps, students are handed...

Vibe Coding Is Changing the Way Developers Build Software

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In this episode of Building Better Foundations on the Building Better Developers podcast, hosts and explore one of today’s fastest-growing software trends—vibe coding. Vibe coding blends human creativity with artificial intelligence, allowing developers to describe what they need and let AI generate code in real time. It’s a revolutionary idea that promises speed, flexibility, and innovation—but it also raises new questions about structure, consistency, and long-term maintainability. What Exactly Is Vibe Coding? At its core, vibe coding means coding collaboratively...

Refining the Remote Hiring Process with Agustin Morrone of Vintti (Part 2)

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In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts and continue their conversation with , CEO and co-founder of , a company improving the remote hiring process for U.S. and Canadian businesses across Latin America. From his base in Barcelona, Agustin explains how Vintti combines AI, automation, and cultural alignment to build remote teams faster while keeping people at the center. Vintti’s mission remains clear: help companies hire top Latin American talent in under 21 days, saving up to 60 percent on payroll while maintaining quality and trust. In Part 2, we explore how Vintti’s...

Redefining Remote Hiring with Agustin Morrone of Vintti (Part 1)

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In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts and speak with , CEO and co-founder of . The company helps U.S. and Canadian businesses master remote hiring across Latin America. From Barcelona, Morrone shares how his bootstrapped startup is growing fast while staying true to its people-first culture. Vintti’s mission is simple yet bold. The team helps companies build remote Latin American teams in less than 21 days. They often save clients up to 60% on payroll costs. More importantly, they deliver strong talent that fits culturally and professionally. Morrone’s vision redefines...

Branding and Marketing Fundamentals with Kevin Adelsberger

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In this continuation of the Building Better Developers interview series, —owner of —returns to explore how businesses can refine their identity and message once the foundation is set. This episode focuses on branding and marketing fundamentals, uncovering what really drives connection, credibility, and growth. “Thinking about your brand and overall messaging is more important than color or font,” Kevin explains. “If your brand feels disconnected, no color will fix that.” The conversation moves beyond logos and design to the deeper work of communicating who you are and what...

More Episodes

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit another one of their popular topics: developer performance. Originally explored in the episode “Supercharge Your Focus and Productivity – Expert Tips for Success,” the discussion now receives an AI-powered refresh, bringing new insights into how developers can enhance their output, sustain energy, and prevent burnout.

Why Developer Performance Is Harder Than Ever

Distractions have only increased since the original discussion. Slack messages, meetings, and endless browser tabs compete for attention. As Rob points out, context switching drains productivity, and remote work piles on additional interruptions.

The bottom line? Sustained developer performance is more challenging than ever, and it requires intentional strategies to conserve time and energy.

Developer Performance Habits That Work

The hosts highlight proven methods that still deliver results today:

The Pomodoro Remix – Rob adapts Pomodoro into 45-minute deep work sprints paired with Brain FM playlists. The payoff: completing tasks in nearly half the time.

Digital Fences – Blocking out email, Slack, and app notifications creates essential uninterrupted focus.

Energy Mapping – Michael emphasizes tracking your natural highs and lows throughout the day to tackle demanding tasks when your brain is sharpest.

Developer performance isn’t about working longer—it’s about aligning your work with your natural rhythms.

Developer Performance Hacks You Haven’t Tried Yet

AI introduced new tactics that extend beyond the original discussion:

Single-Tab Coding – Limit yourself to one task, one tab, and one flow to reduce distractions.

Micro-Deadlines – Break big projects into smaller deliverables to keep momentum steady.

Code Music Playlists – Experiment with playlists or white noise to match your coding flow.

Michael even points out Mac’s built-in background sounds as a quick win for blocking noise without extra tools.

Protecting Developer Performance From Burnout

Performance isn’t sustainable without recovery. Rob emphasizes the 90% rule: always leave some energy in the tank for tomorrow. He also recommends using breaks for side projects, reading, or exercise to recharge.

Michael adds that mindset plays a critical role. Starting the day with negative news or stressful emails can quickly drain your energy. Instead, begin with positive routines, check your mental state regularly, and unplug from devices at night.

Protecting your energy is the ultimate developer performance hack. Burnout prevention keeps you sharp long-term.

Final Takeaway: Developer Performance Is a Rhythm

Revisiting Supercharge Your Focus and Productivity proves that while tools and technology evolve, the fundamentals of performance remain the same.

Rob and Michael remind us that developer performance isn’t about squeezing out more hours—it’s about adopting smarter habits, practicing intentional rest, and maintaining sustainable rhythms. By experimenting with Pomodoro sprints, energy mapping, and digital fences, you can achieve more while protecting your well-being.

Challenge for You

Pick one developer performance hack this week—whether it’s micro-deadlines, single-tab coding, or extended Pomodoro sprints—and track how it impacts your output. Minor adjustments often yield the most significant results.

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