The Power of Trying Your Best: Lessons That Shape My Work

The Power of Trying Your Best: Lessons That Shape My Work

One of the most important lessons my parents taught me growing up was this: “We don’t expect you to come first; just try your best.” This simple yet profound advice has stayed with me throughout my life, shaping my perspective on everything I do—whether it’s raising my children, taking on long-distance running challenges, or excelling at work. For the past 24 years (yes, I’m feeling the years!), programming has been more than just a career for me—it’s been a passion. From early mornings to late nights, I’ve spent countless hours immersed in coding, and I genuinely enjoy every moment of it.

Today, as part of the Taqana team, I’d like to share how this guiding principle has influenced my approach to programming and how it helps us provide the best web and mobile development services.


What Does It Mean to Be a Better Programmer?

For me, being a better programmer is about delivering optimal value—not just to my team but also to our clients. It’s about striving for continuous improvement, learning, and innovation. Here are the key lessons I’ve learned that inform my work every day:

1. Writing Quality Code

At Taqana, quality code isn’t just about speed or efficiency. It’s about creating systems that are scalable, reliable, and maintainable. We ensure our code is:

  • Well-tested and runs seamlessly.
  • Written in a way that other developers can easily understand and work with.

Whether it’s a complex backend system or a sleek mobile app, we aim for solutions that stand the test of time.

2. Learning from Others

Collaboration is at the heart of innovation. At Taqana, we actively learn from each other’s experiences and insights. By analyzing how others solve problems and adapting their methods, we improve not only as individuals but also as a team—delivering better solutions for our clients.

3. Sharing Knowledge

We believe in the power of shared learning. At Taqana, we prioritize open communication and knowledge exchange—whether it’s a breakthrough algorithm, an efficient migration process, or lessons learned from a challenging project. Sharing our experiences helps us grow and ensures continuous improvement in the services we offer.

4. Investing Time in Relationships

Building strong relationships with our clients and team members is a core value at Taqana. We take the time to:

  • Understand your needs.
  • Brainstorm solutions collaboratively.
  • Work closely to bring your vision to life.

This investment strengthens our partnerships and allows us to deliver impactful solutions.

5. Welcoming Feedback

Feedback is a cornerstone of improvement. We encourage and value constructive criticism, which helps us refine our processes and deliver better results. Code reviews, client input, and team discussions are all opportunities for growth—and we embrace them wholeheartedly.

6. Continuous Learning

The tech world evolves rapidly, and so do we. At Taqana, we stay ahead of the curve by:

  • Learning from industry leaders.
  • Attending conferences.
  • Exploring new technologies.

This commitment to lifelong learning ensures our solutions are innovative, cutting-edge, and future-proof.

7. Exploring Diverse Technology Stacks

Our expertise spans a wide range of technologies—from early languages like C++ to modern frameworks like Scala and Node.js. By exploring new tools and platforms, we:

  • Keep our skills sharp.
  • Deliver the best solutions.
  • Remain adaptable to any challenge.

8. Staying Curious

Curiosity drives progress. At Taqana, we dive deep into understanding how things work, often exploring the underlying frameworks and libraries we use. This inquisitiveness leads to innovative optimizations and improvements that benefit our clients’ projects.


Our Commitment to Excellence

At Taqana, we’re passionate about empowering businesses through:

  • Web Design: Creating visually stunning and user-friendly websites tailored to your needs.
  • Mobile App Development: Developing high-performance, feature-rich applications.
  • Infographic Design: Turning your data into compelling visuals.
  • Technical Consulting: Providing tailored advice to align your technology strategies with your business goals.
  • Technical Support: Offering expert assistance 24/7 to keep your systems running smoothly.

Your Vision, Our Expertise

We’re here to help you transform your vision into reality. Whether you need innovative web solutions, cutting-edge mobile apps, or expert technical support, Taqana is your trusted partner. Let’s work together to create something extraordinary.


This post was inspired by insights originally shared by Hayden Marchant in Wix Engineering.

 

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