Brad McCourt

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Thoughts on software development, technology, and more.

July 9, 2026 (1w ago)
6 mins read
It's Time to Be a Git
In the age of AI-written code, more people ship software than ever and fewer of them can use Git. A field guide to the handful of commands that matter, and why the fear behind them is backwards.
March 4, 2025 (1y ago)
5 mins read
Next.js Server Actions vs API Routes
A comparison of server actions and API routes in Next.JS
September 10, 2024 (1y ago)
6 mins read
AWS BuilderCards: The Game Changer for Learning AWS
In this blog post, I share how AWS BuilderCards helped me navigate the complexities of AWS, featuring the games and projects that made learning both fun and practical.
August 6, 2024 (1y ago)
6 mins read
1 Year at Hamilton Robson – Bridging the Gap from Student to Engineer
A reflection on my journey transitioning from a student to a software engineer at Hamilton Robson, covering projects, challenges, and learnings over my first year.
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