English for Devs

Code reviews aren't just about finding bugs—they're about communicating effectively with other developers. In this episode of English for Devs, we explore the language of constructive code reviews and learn how to give feedback without creating friction. You'll discover practical soft-skills phrases that help you critique code professionally, ask better questions, and collaborate more...

Onboarding Language: Essential Terms to Guide Junior Developers Through Initial Team Syncs Your code is solid. But when your tech lead asks about your blockers , your bandwidth , and whether you're aligned with the sprint goals — do you know exactly what to say? For most junior developers, the first weeks on a new team aren't hard because of the code. They're hard because of the communication . Th...

Pull requests shouldn’t feel like battlefields. In this episode of English for Devs , we tackle one of the most uncomfortable — and most important — parts of working in tech: disagreeing during code reviews . You’ll learn practical English phrases that help you: • Suggest improvements without sounding rude • Push back professionally when you disagree • Ask questions that reduce tension • Protect t...

Want to sound confident, professional, and prepared in your next tech job interview? In this episode of English for Devs , we break down the 5 essential steps every developer, PM, or tech professional needs to master to impress recruiters and hiring managers. Learn how to: - Research the company and role effectively - Deliver a clear 60-second personal intro - Answer behavioral questions with the...

In this episode of English for Devs, learn how to present a software feature clearly and persuasively using the PSI framework — Problem, Solution, Impact. Ideal for developers, project managers, and tech professionals who want to improve their communication skills in English. Perfect for stand-ups, demo days, and job interviews in tech. Follow English for Devs to keep improving your soft skills, c...

In today’s episode, we tackle one of the most common challenges in global software teams: when communication collapses across time zones and roles. Follow a dynamic exchange between a Project Manager and three essential team members — a Backend Developer, a Frontend Developer, and a QA Engineer — as they try to untangle a misunderstood task. Whether you’re a junior dev or a seasoned engineer, this...

Learn how to ace behavioral interviews with the STAR Method — the secret structure that helps developers tell their best stories clearly, confidently, and in perfect English.

What's an elevator pitch, and how can you craft your own? Chloe Mitchell shares her back-end developer pitch, while we explain why elevator pitches matter and how to use yours in your next interview or networking opportunity.

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