The 10x programmer

The myth

The term "10x programmer" has become a buzzword in our industry. Traditionally, it refers to engineers who can deliver ten times more output than their peers - focusing primarily on speed, efficiency, and technical excellence.

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Many companies chase the myth of the "10x programmer" - a lone genius who can single-handedly outperform entire teams. This pursuit often leads to unstable environments, where success depends heavily on individuals rather than sustainable team performance. At Rocksoft, we've discovered that true excellence comes from a different approach.

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A new perspective

I believe we need to redefine what makes a true 10x programmer. In my experience, technical skills alone don't create the most significant impact. Instead, I'd like to propose a different perspective - one that encompasses both technical capability and essential soft skills that truly multiply the value for our customers.

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As a CEO, I'm eagerly interested in building an environment and company culture that supports our customers with everything they need from what we do best.  

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This is why I believe as a real 10x programmer you should embody the following principles:

1. You are humble. You know that you might not know everything and can admit when you are wrong. Thanks to this approach, trust increases and leads to long-lasting partnerships with customers.

2. You try to understand what the business wants and show genuine interest in it. You actively listen and ask questions to ensure you properly understand the client's needs.

3. You don't blindly follow all customer requests. With good manners, you challenge ideas while focusing on finding the most efficient solution by understanding their real needs. Thanks to this approach, customers pay for solutions that give them real value and profits.

4. You always keep the client updated on project status, making them confident about progress and costs. This impacts trust and maintains good relations with customers or stakeholders.

5. You focus on delivering value to the client, even if it temporarily means compromising on programming best practices. You’ll leave subsequent improvements and refinements for the next iteration when you have more user feedback.

6. You don't leave PRs open, striving to make all new features available to users as quickly as possible. You aim to deploy functionalities that bring value to the client into production as soon as feasible.

7. You master your calendar and are always on time. You respect the time of clients, colleagues, and your own time.

8. You work in a team, helping anyone who needs guidance and asking for help when stuck.

9. You stay up to date with new technologies and learn every day. You have solid foundations in programming as an art, but in our changing world, you recommend testing new solutions for clients.

10. You positively support the culture in the environment you belong to.

This is how we redefine the "10x programmer" at Rocksoft - not as a lone wolf who can code faster than others, but as a team player who multiplies the effectiveness of everyone around them. This approach has helped us build stable, long-lasting relationships with our clients and create an environment where both our team and our clients can grow together.

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Join our team...?

If you're a developer who agrees with these points, which is what we stand for at Rocksoft, then you'll fit perfectly in our dynamic, challenge-filled, and adventurous environment. Are you the one to become a Rocksoftian?

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Get in touch

And for those who want to learn more about how we work, please schedule a free discovery phase meeting with me. I'm happy to provide advice or help you find the right solution for your needs. My goal is to give at least one actionable recommendation during our very first meeting that you can implement in your company.