Resources
for builders.
A curated collection of ebooks, guides, templates, and tools for developers who want to grow deeper — technically and as people. Everything here is made with the same intention as the essays.
WHAT'S COMING
Three kinds of resources
Templates
& Frameworks
Canva and Notion templates built for developers — carousels, planners, trackers, you'll actually use.
PLANNEDEbooks
& Guides
Long-form deep dives on the mindset, career decisions, and creative process behind building software.
PLANNEDCommunity
Resources
Reading lists, prompts, and shared thinking for developers who want to grow deeper.
IN PROGRESRESOURCES
Tools for builders.
Templates, lists, and guides. Free where possible — paid when the depth earns it.
1 resource available
The reading list nobody gives you in tech
11 books on psychology, focus, planning, and communication — annotated so you know which one to start with.
Developer self-review template
A quarterly reflection framework. Not your HR review — the honest one you actually need to grow.
Weekly planning board
A Notion board built around one focused goal per week — not a to-do list dressed up as a system.
Reads for developers moving into leadership
Books on managing people, making decisions under uncertainty, and not losing yourself in the process.
FROM THE HEART
Why I create these resources
The things I wish I had
When I was starting out and growing as a developer, I often felt overwhelmed by the noise. I didn't need more generic tutorials—I needed honest frameworks and real-world tools. Everything here is designed to be the exact shortcut, clarity, and guidance I desperately needed back then.
Honest, fluff-free value
I value your time because I know how frustrating it is to look for answers and find only surface-level advice. These resources are stripped of filler text. They are built for immediate action, helping you bridge the gap between technical skills and a confident developer mindset.
Whatever the community needs next
This isn't a one-way street; it's a living project built for you. Your feedback, your struggles, and your thoughts are what drive it forward. If something helps you, or if you feel something is missing, let me know. I listen closely and refine these tools constantly, because your growth is the whole point.
Olha Halaiba
Developer · Writer · Builder
Edmonton, CanadaLET'S CONNECT
Let's Connect
& Create
If you want to share an idea, tell me what resonated, or suggest something you'd love to read about — I'm here and happy to connect.