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Blogging 101

One of the most popular outlets for programmers is through blogging. In this episode, we discuss why each of us got into blogging, the pros and cons of starting your own blog, and tips on how to make your blog a success. View the show notes and a full transcript at ladybug.dev .

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  1. Should You Have a Blog at 0:35

    People blog for various reasons. It can be a useful resource to reference back on things for business or personal use. Full answer

  2. What Happens When You Turn a Side Project Into a Side Job at 11:54

    It becomes much more stressful. When it comes to blogging, you’ll have a slow start at first. Full answer

  3. When Does a Blog Post Receive the Most Traction at 35:34

    Blog posts between 3-5 minute read time will receive the most views because people have a short attention span. Full answer

  4. How Do You Handle Negative Comments on Your Blog at 45:27

    Bloggers can create their own strategies to handle negativity. Full answer

  5. Should Blogging Be Your Thing at 51:59

    If blogging isn’t something you like, then simply don’t do it. It will not prevent you from moving forward in your career. Full answer

  6. How Do You Gain Confidence to Start Blogging at 53:57

    A lot of things have been written already, but that shouldn’t prevent you from sharing your own unique experience with your voice. Full answer

  7. What Makes the Best Blog Post at 58:21

    The blog post that you are struggling to write makes the best blog post when you finally figure it out. Full answer

  8. What Are Canonical Urls at 59:42

    Canonical url is a browser meta setting you should set whenever crossposting an original blog post somewhere else. Full answer

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