Introduction

In a world where a lot of people are misinformed—where there’s an abundance of data, but very few can connect the dots—it’s more crucial than ever to master the art of expressing your ideas with clarity.

To me, communication is a deliberate, intentional process. It’s not just about speaking—it’s about sharing your lens. You’re helping people see the world through your eyes. You’re not just passing on information—you’re passing on understanding.

But there’s a difference between communication and articulation. Communication lends the audience your lens. Articulation helps them truly grasp what you're seeing—without distortion.

In the world of tech and computer science, this skill is not optional. It’s vital.

What Are Communication and Articulation Skills?

Communication is the process of delivering a message—conveying your thoughts, your purpose, and your ideas.

Articulation is the precision and clarity with which that message is delivered. It’s the difference between being heard—and being understood.

These two work hand in hand: Communication puts the message out; articulation ensures that it lands.

Why These Skills Matter in Tech

Computer Science is a field saturated with data. It’s not just about code. We work with vast amounts of structured and unstructured data. Our job isn’t only to manipulate it—it’s to make sense of it.

We hold the data of life. And how we present it has real impact.

Whether you’re pitching an app idea, writing documentation, or explaining a feature—your words matter. Miscommunication can lead to confusion, mistrust, or missed opportunities.

Being able to simplify the complex, to remove ambiguity, and to bring clarity to chaos is what makes you not just a developer, but a leader.

The Power of Input and Output

There are two core pillars to becoming a great communicator:

🔹 Input: What You Feed Your Mind

Read books
Listen to podcasts
Keep a journal
Collect phrases, ideas, expressions

“You can only be articulate if you know more than you speak.”

The more you feed your mind, the sharper your communication becomes. Spend 15 minutes a day doing this—for 10 years—and you’ll be the CEO of public speaking.

Even when talking about your app—know more than you say. That depth is what gives you precision.

Jefferson Fisher said:

“What you say is who you are to people.” You compress your entire personality into your words. So become before you speak.

🔹 Output: Who You're Talking To

You’re not just talking to an audience—you’re talking to each individual in the room.

Communication is not about reciting features. It’s about:

Presenting the problem
Highlighting its impact on real people
Showing how your solution changes lives

“I don’t care how Facebook works. I care about why i need it in my life and how it makes me feel.”

Make your pitch clear, concise, coherent, and correct. Simple beats clever. Meaning beats jargon.

How to Communicate Your App Ideas Effectively

You need to focus on one thing: the problem you spotted.

What’s the challenge society is facing, and how does your app make a difference?

Avoid overwhelming your audience with internal workings. Instead:

Clearly define the problem
Explain the impact of that problem
Show how your app solves it
Mention any ethical concerns or data protections

Let them see the world through your lens.

Evaluating Whether You’ve Been Understood

The biggest challenge in communication is that while your audience is tuned into your radio, not all of them may be listening to the same channel. That’s why evaluation is critical.

Sometimes what you say is not what people hear.

To ensure clarity:

Engage your audience by asking questions and inviting feedback. Don’t assume silence means understanding
Check the signals. Are they nodding because they agree or because they’re lost but polite?
Watch reactions

Communication is a two-way mirror. Keep checking it.

Always ask yourself:

Did I follow the 7 C’s of effective communication? (Clear, Concise, Concrete, Correct, Coherent, Complete, Courteous)
Did I explain or just talk?

Without the 7 C’s, even the best message becomes noise. Essentially, you are just mumbling through a megaphone amplifying confusion instead of clarity.

Communication must be a two-way street. You’re not just broadcasting—you’re having a conversation. So constantly ask:

Did they see what I saw?
Did they feel the urgency of the problem?
Can they repeat back what my app is about, even in simple terms?

If your audience can’t re-frame your idea in their own words, then the message didn’t land. You need to go back and re-align.

🎬 Final Thoughts: Speak So the World Can See What You See

Even though many people believe that computer science is just about telling machines what to do, that’s only the beginning.

The real challenge—the real art—is this:
Can you show people what you see? Can you invite them into your vision?

That’s what makes an idea powerful. That’s what makes it stick.

As a developer, you are not just writing code—you’re telling stories with logic. Your product is the narrative. Your pitch is the trailer.

And yes, you may say you’re an introvert. You may not feel like speaking. But in this space, staying relevant means learning to speak in one form or another. And if your voice won’t speak for you—let your work do the talking.

But even then, you must translate that work into human words—clear, compelling, purposeful.

So:

Keep building.
Keep asking why.
Don’t just build blindly—build with foresight.

And most importantly, learn how to invite others to see the world through your eyes.
Because if you can do that—if you can make people feel why your idea matters—then you’re not just a builder…

You’re a visionary.

Articulation is the catalyst that transforms ideas into influence.

Speak So They See: Articulation in the Age of Ideas