Archive - Budi's Newsletter

On making enjoyable softwares

For you who are passionate about making something delightful, here are some thoughts

Apr 5 •

February 2025

Reader question: Why go solo? Would you recommend it?

Hi Budi, I'm curious why you decided to go solo, why the team didn’t work, and would you recommend others to go solo as well?

Feb 19 •

I code for 6 months

Feb 13 •

October 2024

Pausing the newsletter until January 2025

Oct 27, 2024 •

September 2024

How to present designs

You design software for people to "use." But when you present designs, people "look" at it.

Sep 19, 2024 •

How to work hard

Essay on how to work hard that is sustainable and not hurting your health

Sep 8, 2024 •

August 2024

Decision making structure

Does your team use a consensus or autocratic decision-making structure?

Aug 21, 2024 •

July 2024

Personal development

Growing as a product designer, 6 fundamental skills to level up, operate in a high-impact way, and more

Jul 13, 2024 •

Office Politics

Why it happen, negative and positive tension, practical tips to navigate, and more

Jul 3, 2024 •

June 2024

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