Mastering Mondays: How to Kickstart Your Week as a Web Developer
Happy Monday, my people!
Coming at you from a mix of Nigerian hustle and that UK grind, I’ve learned that how we start our week as web developers can make all the difference. Whether you’re like me—balancing two cultures and tapping into a global dev mindset—or just trying to survive the Monday blues, trust me, it’s all about setting the right tone. Here’s how I kick off my Mondays, blending a bit of Naija resilience with that UK organization.
1. Reflect on Last Week
Before diving into the codebase or jumping into Slack/Scurm, I always take a beat to reflect. Last week’s bugs, challenges, and successes give me context for the new week. Whether it’s debugging an Vue component or discovering that a CSS grid can actually be your best friend, this reflection time keeps me grounded.
2. Plan, but Don’t Overplan
One thing I’ve learned through my journey—whether navigating the tech scene from Lagos to London—is that overplanning can trip you up. Instead of jamming my week with endless tasks, I focus on three big wins. It could be improving my API design, finishing up a side project, or diving deep into a new framework.
3. Tidy Up Your Workspace (Both Physical and Digital)
If you know the Nigerian phrase, “cleanliness is next to godliness,” then you’ll understand why I make this a priority! Both my physical desk and my digital dev environment need to be clean and organized. A clutter-free space, from my VS Code editor to my desk, makes room for creativity and problem-solving.
4. Get Inspired, Stay Curious
Growing up with that Nigerian tenacity and the British sense of curiosity has always pushed me forward. On Mondays, I make time to explore new tech—whether it’s reading up on what’s happening with the latest JavaScript frameworks or browsing through GitHub repos. Right now, I’m feeling inspired by [insert trendy tool/tech here], which is definitely worth checking out.
Final Thoughts: As someone who’s walked the line between Nigerian hustle and UK precision, my approach to development blends the best of both worlds. Mondays are all about setting yourself up for a week of wins. Whether you’re debugging through the heat of Lagos or coding in a cozy London café, remember: it’s how you start that matters.