Chapter 6 of 7 · 4 checks · 2 min
Activity and posting
Your recent activity shows on your profile. A little consistent, genuine activity helps people remember you.
Post about what you built, learned or fixedShould
Why it matters and how to check
The most useful developer posts are specific: a bug you tracked down and how, a feature you shipped with a screenshot, a short lesson from your final year project. These show how you think, which a profile alone cannot.
Write it so a non-expert can follow the first two lines, then add the technical detail. A post is done when it has one clear takeaway and, where possible, a link to the code or demo.
Do
- Share screenshots, short demos or code snippets
- Explain one decision and why you made it
Avoid
- Posting only certificates and "excited to announce" lines
Leave useful comments on posts from people in your fieldNice to have
Why it matters and how to check
Comments are often easier than posts and reach the author and their network. A good comment adds something: a related experience, a question, or a correction made politely. "Great post" does nothing.
Pick a few engineers, teams or companies you respect and comment when you have something real to add. Check your Activity tab after a month: your comments should read like a helpful colleague, not a promoter.
Do
- Ask a specific follow-up question
Avoid
- One-word comments or links to your own content
Pick a posting rhythm you can keep, such as one post every two weeksNice to have
Why it matters and how to check
A short, regular rhythm beats a burst of posts followed by silence. One thoughtful post every week or two is plenty for most developers, and none at all is fine if you prefer to comment.
Keep a running note of small wins and lessons during your week. When it is time to post, pick one. Check that your most recent post is less than a month or two old if you are actively job hunting.
Do
- Keep a list of post ideas from your actual work
Avoid
- Engagement bait such as "comment YES for the PDF"
Keep public activity professional, including likes and repostsShould
Why it matters and how to check
Your Activity tab shows what you post, comment on and react to. Hiring managers sometimes scroll through it. Arguments, rants about former employers and reposted rumours stay there.
Before posting or commenting, ask whether you would be comfortable with your next manager reading it. Review your Activity tab before a job search and delete anything you would not want discussed.
Do
- Disagree with ideas politely and with reasons
Avoid
- Criticising a current or former employer in public
- Sharing confidential work details