Alex Bancu
Software engineer. Dad. Figuring things out in public.
Writing
Learning, emotions, parenting, performance. Some practical. Some just me figuring it out.
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A neuroscientist said ignore your feelings. Here's what she left out.
The smoke detector theory and a 60-second check-in that tells you whether to push through or rest.
Software
0+ years shipping React & TypeScript at scale. Independent contractor. Remote since 2020.
React · TypeScript · Next.js · Node.js · Datadog
Coaching
Clear the mental noise. Decisions get easier.
Blog
Research-backed writing on why smart people feel stuck, burn out, and overthink.