Brain Bytes
Eric RobyBoost your software engineering skills with practical tips you can implement in 5 minutes or less
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 63 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 8 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
codingwithroby.substack.comLatest Issues
How My Mac Mini Server Changes How I Work
The main goal is to reduce user friction.
Here is how to help with identity journeys for your software and agents with Descope.
Get started here: https://descope.plug.dev/B0cT24m
I have a Mac Mini sitting on a shelf in my offic...
Git Worktrees Are the Future (Parallel Agents)
I run three to five Claude Code sessions in parallel now. The unlock wasn’t a smarter agent. It was git worktrees.
That shift changed everything about how I ship work. The bottleneck used to be the model. Now the bottleneck is me.
Subscri...
Why Backend Engineering Is Harder Than It Has Ever Been in 2026
Five years ago, if you knew an API framework and a database, you were set. That’s no longer true. Backend engineering has fundamentally shifted, and most developers haven’t caught up.
I’m not saying this to scare you. I’m saying it because...
How I Actually Ship With AI Every Day
Every backend engineer hits the same wall with AI agents:
You want to build, but you’re stuck reading docs, watching tutorials, and waiting until you feel ready. Meanwhile, nothing ships.
Microsoft’s AI Envisioning Day video ser...
Beginner Developers Are Scared of the Wrong Thing About AI
Every backend engineer knows this pain:
You open a Jira ticket. Read the requirements. Switch to your IDE. Start coding. Forget the details. Switch back to Jira. Re-read.
Rovo Dev in Jira eliminates that loop entirely.
...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Brain Bytes.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 70 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Senior Backend & AI Engineer passionate about teaching others.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Brain Bytes?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Brain Bytes on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Brain Bytes have?
To see how many people subscribe to Brain Bytes, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Brain Bytes?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Brain Bytes as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Brain Bytes?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Brain Bytes using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Brain Bytes?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Brain Bytes. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Brain Bytes?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.