Author Archives: Hayim Makabee

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About Hayim Makabee

Veteran software developer, enthusiastic programmer, author of a book on Object-Oriented Programming, co-founder and CEO at KashKlik, an innovative Influencer Marketing platform.

Why I Deleted the Facebook App from my Smartphone

Posted on November 27, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

Today I deleted the Facebook app from my smartphone. I’ve been considering doing that for a long time, but my final decision came when I understood what was happening to me: The posts that I created on my free time … Continue reading →

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Recommended 20 good habits by James Altucher

Posted on November 18, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

In general I make some personal comments on my posts, but the habits below are so clear and objective that I prefer to share them as-is. Credits go to James Altucher.

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When Software Development Depends on Individual Heroic Efforts

Posted on October 20, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

It is a well-known fact that many software projects fail. Thus it is natural to ask: what is the main contributor for the success of software projects, the processes or the people? In other words, we may ask who has … Continue reading →

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Why I don’t plan to retire

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

It seems that most people would like to retire as soon as possible, and they also have several dreams about the things they will do when they finally retire. I don’t. I would like to continue working as long as … Continue reading →

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The Cat as a Metaphor in Object-Oriented Software Development

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

Grady Booch is a software development guru who wrote one of the most important books about Object-Oriented Programming: “Object-Oriented Analysis and Design with Applications“. In his book, Booch has wonderful illustrations using a cat as a metaphor for some of … Continue reading →

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The Logic of Procrastination and the Last Responsible Moment

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

I had a good friend in a previous job who had this unbelievable procrastination habit. He would always wait to start his tasks as late as possible. But this was not because he was busy. He intentionally waited to begin … Continue reading →

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Passion vs. Focus

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

I believe that software developers should have a passion for programming. In one of my previous posts, I claimed that nothing is more effective than enthusiasm. This passion should include a constant desire to learn new things and to create … Continue reading →

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Let’s Stop Having Insane Arguments About Software Development

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

Mr. Smith had a serious headache, so he went to see a doctor. The doctor told him: “I think you should get some insulin.” Mr. Smith replied: “Are you crazy? Insulin for a headache? Why do you say that?” The … Continue reading →

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Defining Your Focus: Control and Consequences

Posted on June 26, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

I am constantly looking for new strategies to make more effective usage of my limited time. One of the approaches I use is to try to classify any issue according to two dimensions: The level of control I have over … Continue reading →

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When Machines Learn: Predictive Analytics

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Hayim Makabee

In 1983, when I was 13, I got my first personal computer. It was a Brazilian CP-500 (in the picture on the right). I was one of the first kids in my class to have a computer at home, and … Continue reading →

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