IDEAS, DECISIONS & LESSONS

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Notes on AI, architecture and building useful products.

101 articles

03 Apr 2026 · 5 min read

communication

English Lesson — Thursday Noon: Communication Phrases

Daily English practice for tech professionals. Noon session — vocabulary deep dive with pronunciation, exercises, and real-world examples.

03 Apr 2026 · 5 min read

code review

Tech Lead English: How to Give Code Reviews That Actually Help

Master the English phrases and communication skills for giving constructive, clear, and respectful code reviews — especially when working with international teams.

01 Apr 2026 · 6 min read

code review

Tech Lead English: How to Give Code Review Feedback That Doesn't Sound Harsh

Learn the exact English phrases Vietnamese tech leads use to give constructive, clear, and professional code review feedback in international teams.

31 Mar 2026 · 7 min read

architecture

Tech Lead English: How to Lead Architecture Debates Without Losing the Room

Practical English phrases for Vietnamese tech leads navigating technical disagreements, design discussions, and architecture decision meetings with international teams.

30 Mar 2026 · 5 min read

communication

How to Pitch Your Technical Ideas to Stakeholders (Without Losing Them)

A practical guide for Vietnamese developers and tech leads on how to pitch ideas clearly, confidently, and persuasively in English to non-technical stakeholders.

30 Mar 2026 · 6 min read

1on1

Tech Lead English: How to Conduct Effective 1-on-1 Meetings

Master the English phrases and conversation structure for running productive 1-on-1s with your team — with real scripts, vocabulary, and pronunciation tips for Vietnamese tech leads.

29 Mar 2026 · 5 min read

communication

How to Speak to Stakeholders in English: A Vietnamese Tech Lead's Guide

Real phrases, scripts, and a 5-minute drill to help you communicate clearly with managers, clients, and executives in international teams.

29 Mar 2026 · 5 min read

code review

Tech Lead English: How to Give Code Reviews That Don't Kill Team Morale

Master the English phrases and tone needed to deliver effective, respectful code reviews as a Vietnamese tech lead in international teams.

28 Mar 2026 · 5 min read

communication

How to Pitch Your Ideas in English Like a Senior Engineer

A practical speaking guide for Vietnamese developers who want to propose technical ideas confidently in English — from team meetings to executive presentations.