IDEAS, DECISIONS & LESSONS
Notes on AI, architecture and building useful products.
130 articles
05 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
1-on-1
Learn the exact phrases, structure, and vocabulary to run confident, productive 1-on-1 meetings in English — from opening the conversation to giving difficult feedback.
Read more05 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
1on1
A practical guide for Vietnamese tech leads on running effective 1-on-1 meetings in English — from opening questions to giving feedback and closing action items.
Read more05 Apr 2026 · 5 min read
english
Targeted pronunciation exercises for the sounds Vietnamese speakers struggle with most — th, v/f, r/l, and short vowels — with tech-themed scripts and shadowing drills.
Read more05 Apr 2026 · 5 min read
english
Practical English phrases and strategies for Vietnamese tech leads who mentor, coach, and guide junior developers in international teams.
Read more04 Apr 2026 · 5 min read
code review
Master the English phrases and tone used by senior engineers when reviewing code. Learn to give feedback that is clear, respectful, and actionable — without sounding harsh or vague.
Read more04 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
communication
Learn how to use storytelling techniques when presenting technical ideas. As a Vietnamese developer or tech lead, master the art of making complex concepts memorable and compelling for any audience.
Read more04 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
agile
Master practical English phrases for daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and estimation meetings — built for Vietnamese developers working in international Agile teams.
Read more04 Apr 2026 · 5 min read
english
Master the hardest English sounds — th, v/f, r/l, and short vowels — with tech-themed tongue twisters, shadowing scripts, and 5-minute daily drills.
Read more03 Apr 2026 · 5 min read
code review
Master the English phrases and communication skills for giving constructive, clear, and respectful code reviews — especially when working with international teams.
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