honestly, @cursor_ai has the best execution of context engineering ive ever seen credit where credit is due

did skills.md kill mcp (model context protocol)? a lot of people are talking about this so i thought this excerpt from the latest podcast episode might help distinguish these two concepts in ai engineering full ep in reply

if you've ever had trouble understanding mcp (model context protocol), i made a podcast episode that explains this. i hope it helps? (full ep in reply)

❗ llms are not agents and agents are not llms here's a clear explainer of what an agent is and how it compares to regular language models from the podcast for those who are feeling a bit behind full episode in reply

nobody asked but here’s my year round fitness program that i heavily enjoy - jan-mar: bulk up (hypertrophy) - apr-jun: cardio base building (aerobic capacity) - jul-sep: peak cardio performance (anaerobic capacity) - oct-dec: strength (1rm)

context engineering in ai is a thing because it's really just working memory optimization. both humans and machines have distinct working memory vs. long-term storage mechanisms. more on this in the podcast (links in reply) h/t @hubermanlab for a great episode on memory (also linked in reply)

every time i ask someone if they can be an ai engineer, they say "no because i don't know anything about machine learning" ...these are very different topics. here's an excerpt from the contejas podcast that clearly defines what ai engineering is full episode in reply

Clearly copy pasta from brain is a skill

imagine a coding interview where they test how well you memorize code

I always found the answer to be the least interesting part anyway, and this hasn’t changed with AI. Doing it asynchronously is silly as heck though, you won’t get any signal from that.

Such a great reminder, everyone is human and growth comes from learning not comparing ☕✨

I just created a podcast episode I'm quite proud of: what is AI engineering and how to become an AI engineer. Links in reply.

the bar is so low.

how to get a job at your dream company: cold applying doesnt work anymore. just listen to how @mkrl.xyz got an interview at @supabase.com when they previously ignored his emails.

i think @vercel.com does devrel extremely well because it's more "build in public" than shilling. you don't need "devrel" in your title. you just need to build things youre proud of and share them.

Leetcode interviews don't make sense anymore with AI. Is it cheating or is it just modern engineering? Is tech interviewing totally broken? @mkrl.xyz and I discussed this recently on the pod.

Don't Idolize Tech "Superstars". They drink coffee and have bad days just like you. Stop putting senior engineers on pedestals. Great advice from @mkrl.xyz on the latest podcast.

If you're looking to network effectively at an event, always leave the "mouth" open. Here is the Pac-Man rule explained by @mkrl.xyz. 👻

Thrilled about the continued hypergrowth of the ConTejas podcast.

Got the Sunday Scaries? Stop trying to "relax." Anxiety and Excitement are the exact same biological signal (high arousal). The only difference is the story you tell yourself. Don't calm down, get ready.

Steve Jobs wasn't the best coder in the room. Neither is the person who just got promoted over you. The best communicators aren't always the smartest engineers—they are the ones who make you feel something. Here is the difference explained:

Want to know if you're actually listening or just waiting to talk? Try the 4 L's: Listen, Loop, Label, Lead. If you can get the other person to say "Exactly!" before you pitch your idea, you've already won. Full episode in reply.

Other key phrases that mean the same thing: "Delighting our customers" "Above and beyond" "Go the extra mile" "Standing out"

Only 2 months to go until we celebrate JavaScript in style! 🎉 3 days of talks & workshops sharing the latest trends with top speakers @tej.as @nodeland.dev @nikkitaftw.bsky.social @rich-harris.dev @addaleax.bsky.social @danielroe.dev Secure your spot: london.cityjsconf.org

no one cares about your reasons when the room is hot, tired, or checked out. instead, you communicate well when you do so with clarity and brevity: short and sweet.

Stop rambling. If you can’t summarize your thesis in one sentence, you don’t understand it well enough to teach it. Here is the template: "I believe [X] because [Y], so we should [Z]." Try it for your next meeting.

"We are a family" usually means "We expect you to work unpaid overtime." 🚩 If the vibes are off, it’s because the alignment isn't there. It’s the corporate equivalent of the "ick." Here is why you should trust your peripheral vision when evaluating a company culture.

Ever get a weird vibe from a leader but can't explain why? Your brain detects when words ("I don't care about money") don't match actions (turning a non-profit into a for-profit). Trust your gut. 🧠 We explore this in the latest episode of ConTejas on effective communication. Full ep in reply.

NEW on ConTejas Podcast: How to communicate well. I am often complimented on my public speaking skills. This episode is a deep dive on things I've studied and methods I use to deliver great talks. I hope this is helpful.

im really sorry if this feels like spam but this may be the best take ive seen about ai replacing artists (maybe including coders) and how to protect against it

putting in the reps leads to mastery. in this recent episode of the podcast, Diazno shares inspiration from how Steph Curry relentless practice led to him becoming one of the greatest @nba.com players of all time full episode links in reply

any guess what monday's episode of contejas podcast is about?

in case you’re wondering how the weather is in berlin

"Communication is not what you say, it's what they understand." This quote legitimately shook me from the ConTejas Code podcast where it immediately explained why people like my talks as much as they do: I instinctively/subconsciously make sure they understand, not just that I speak.

“f you money” just reveals a really dark heart. i have a lot of money and could technically retire today if i wanted, but no matter how much money i have, id never think/say “f you” but instead i can (and do) pump it into things to help them grow healthily.

UX is shifting with AI — gone are the days of clicking clunky boxes. Speak, create& interact. This talk @tej.as shows how #JavaScript developers’ roles are evolving, with practical steps, live demos, and AI-driven insights. Get tickets: london.cityjsconf.org/ #JavaScript#CityJSConf #ConteJAS #AIDriveNUX

This is such an incredible take on how AI is affecting (and will affect) the music industry from producer Diazno on the ConTejas Podcast: elevator music can be replaced by AI, but human experiences can't (yet?) Full episode in reply.

NEW on ConTejas Podcast: award-winning music producer Diazno on how to unlock creativity, execution, and leadership across any organization. We cover: ◆ How to get buy in ◆ AI in Music ◆ Taste vs. Talent Links to other platforms in reply.

Fitting for Sunday: on the ConTejas Code Podcast, pro athlete and @crossfit coach Isaac Akinsete opened up about his faith and how staying spiritually healthy reinforces physical and mental health. Really good to chew on over the weekend. Full episode in reply.

where are the short kings? maybe ur short because you trained too hard as a kid

How do you get a six pack? It's not really by working out, but more by eating right. Pro athlete and @crossfit coach Isaac Akinsete explains in the latest ConTejas Code podcast on engineering optimal health. Links in reply.

ai is kinda giving web3 vibes these days

🚀 @tej.as is speaking at #ReactParis 2026 Expect a live ConTejas #AI Panel Discussion you don't want to miss😉 More ℹ️ to come, meanwhile, lock in your IRL pass. 👉🏼 react.paris #conference #speaker #reactjs

On the recent ConTejas Code Podcast episode, sports scientist Isaac Akinsete and I teased out an actionable fitness protocol for desk workers that can start immediately: no gym or equipment necessary. It was really a great discussion. Full episode links in reply.

I was today years old when I found out muscles don't just grow and shrink but they also get longer and shorter. Sitting shortens them. In the recent episode of ConTejas Code, we learn how to offset some of this with @crossfit instructor and pro footballer Isaac Akinsete. Links in reply.

very thankful for this impact if you would like to be a guest, link in reply

This Thursday in Berlin, we are holding the React Universe Meetup x @zalando.com. Join us for talks by Eugene Verichev, @artus9033.bsky.social, @tej.as, and Mohit Karekar on React Native, on-device LLMs, health, and brownfield performance. There are only a few spots left. Sign up: clstk.com/4qBg77c

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So many of us become C-shaped from working on desks so much. This insight from sports scientist and @crossfit coach Isaac Akinsete on ConTejas Code explains how we can fix our back issues. Full episode links in reply.

you know you have the dream job when your manager @gethackteam.bsky.social starts a 1:1 with “i just met our mutual friend @danieljcafonso.bsky.social he’s in town” here’s the last time the 3 of us were together, at @react_india in goa ~4 years ago