Greetings, I am Ris Adams
Welcome to my blog! I'm Ris, a software developer with a knack for exploring the intersections of career, development, mental health, and personal growth. Through a mix of professional insights and quirky storytelling, I aim to share relatable experiences and actionable advice to help you thrive in both work and life. Whether you're looking for career hacks, tips to boost your well-being, or fresh perspectives on self-improvement, you've come to the right place. Let's navigate this journey together!
Blog Posts
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Git Merge vs Git Rebase: Understanding the Perfect Integration Strategy
Version control with Git offers developers multiple ways to integrate changes across branches, with merge and rebase standing as the two primary approaches. While both accomplish the same fundamental goal—incorporating changes from one branch into another—they do so through fundamentally different mechanisms, resulting in distinct commit histories and team workflows. Understanding when to use each strategy can significantly impact your project's history clarity, team collaboration, and conflict resolution process. In this deep dive, we'll explore how each option works under the hood, examine real-world usage patterns, and provide clear guidelines for choosing the right approach for your specific situation.
Shadows -- Remembering Carl Dean
With yesterdya's new of the passing of Carl Dean, the beloved husband of Dolly Parton,
Energizing Your Sprint Retrospectives: A Guide to Meaningful Team Reflection
As a Scrum Master and seasoned software developer, I've come to understand that sprint retrospectives are pivotal moments
The Importance of Solitude for a blanced life
This is not about forced solitude or how to cope with it. It's not about being lonely or escaping from the world into mountain seclusion. Rather, solitude is an exercise in nurturing your state of mind to achieve inner freedom. Read on to discover the many advantages of solitude.
MFA on the command line with Powershell
Ever find yourself juggling endless passwords, worried about whether they’re secure enough? You’re not alone. In today’s digital landscape, protecting sensitive accounts and data goes beyond just a clever passphrase. Enter multi-factor authentication (MFA)—an effective layer of defense that makes sure a random intruder can’t waltz in with stolen credentials.
Practical Conversation Tips for Easing Social Anxiety
Social anxiety can feel overwhelming sometimes, but the fact that you’re looking for tips to improve your conversation skills is a solid first step.
Latest Recipes
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Creamy Curried Carrot Soup
There's nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of creamy carrot soup to soothe the soul and satisfy your taste buds.
Extra Cheesy Garlic Bread
If you're a fan of garlic and cheese, this Extra Cheesy Garlic Bread is about to become your new favorite treat. Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and loaded with gooey, melted cheese, this bread is a savory delight that pairs perfectly with any meal or can be enjoyed on its own.
Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
Picture the sizzle as tender chickpeas hit a hot oven, olive oil coating each little morsel to golden perfection. The crisp snap of a perfectly roasted chickpea pairs with fragrant spices that dance on the nose—an irresistible invitation for snacking that will leave you reaching for more.
Simple Syrup
Picture a warm stream of liquid sugar cascading into a glass, glistening with a soft golden hue as it mixes seamlessly with your favorite beverages. Simple syrup is all about pure sweetness—perfect for stirring into iced coffee, balancing out cocktails, or drizzling over desserts. It’s effortlessly smooth, instantly brings out rich flavors, and has a taste that keeps you coming back for more.
Spiced Cranberry Sauce
Picture plump, ruby-red cranberries simmering until they burst with sweet-tart flavor, filling the kitchen with the cozy aroma of the holidays. A spoonful of this homemade sauce is guaranteed to perk up any dish with its bright color, luscious texture, and refreshing zing—perfect for turning an ordinary meal into something special.
Bacon Chocolate Chip cookies
Here’s an updated version of classic Toll House cookies with a tasty bacon twist. The smoky, savory notes of bacon contrast nicely with sweet chocolate morsels. This recipe makes around 2 dozen cookies, depending on how large you scoop them.