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Develop Yourself

To change careers and land your first job as a Software Engineer, you need more than just great software development skills - you need to develop yourself.Welcome to the podcast that helps you develop your skills, your habits, your network and more, all in hopes of becoming a thriving Software Engineer.

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#188 - 3.5 Mistakes Career Changers Make When...

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2024/11/14

Send us a textWhen you went to school, you were rewarded for completing assignments on time and memorizing facts.This same approach will NOT work for becoming an employable software engineer.In fact, it will have the opposite effect.On your learning-to-code journey, there are many mistakes you will make. You're going to mess up, produce sh*tty code and fail a ton of interviews. These are unavoidable and necessary to your growth as a developer.Some pitfalls, however, should absolutely be avoid...

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39:13

#187 - Mastering JavaScript Mental Models with...

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2024/11/11

Send us a text"Maybe Javascript just isn't for me..."Let's talk mental models and Javascript.A good mental model is a way to "latch" onto a foreign concept by relating it to something you understand.I speak with Kylo Robinson, an accomplished Javascript developer who nearly quit learning to code when he came across JS.Since then, he's created a truly unique way to visualize Javascript concepts with mental models to cover everything from scope, closures, variables, functions and other major JS...

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29:59

#186 - Data Structures and Algorithms in Real Life

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2024/11/07

Send us a textData structures and algorithms aren't just for interviews. Whether you know it or not, you are standing on the shoulders of giants when you write code.DSA doesn't have to be intimidating.Let's explore some real world examples of common structures and algos and some ways to learn them.Shameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity - a coding program for career changers 🚀 dev30 - learn JS in 2024 and get a massive discount to Parsity 🤵🏽‍♂️ Brian's LinkedInAlready a developer? Check out 👉 Not

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27:03

#185 - The Boring Tech Stack I Would Use to Get Hired...

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2024/11/04

Send us a textThere is no magical technology stack which will make getting that first job easy. There are certainly technology choices I would avoid and others I would make sure to learn.If becoming a software developer was as easy as learning the "right" technology then most people wouldn't pay tens of thousands learning computer science or for mentorship. I outline the exact tech stack I would be learning right now in order to be more hire-able in 2025..Here's the SQL episode I make re...

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32:55

#184 - From Invisible to Hireable: The Power of...

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2024/10/31

Send us a textLearning in public isn't about likes. It's not about becoming an influencer.Learning in public is a practical way to validate yourself as a developer, learn the art of writing and become discoverable in a sea of cookie-cutter bootcamp grads.We will go over why you want to learn in public, how to do it and a way to meet other developers without being weird. Grab my learning in public templates hereShameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity - a coding program for career changers 🚀 dev30 -

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24:48

#183 - Stand Out on LinkedIn: Tips from a 7-Foot CEO...

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2024/10/28

Send us a textIn this episode, I chat with Harley Ferguson, the seven-foot-tall South African CEO of Origen Software. We dig into strategies for going viral, crafting engaging posts, and how Harley’s unique perspective has helped him build an audience of over 60,000 followers.Whether you're looking to become LinkedIn famous or just stand out in the developer market - you'll walk away with actionable steps to begin learning in public the right way.Harley is an amazing human and an excell...

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12:04

#182 - (Mini-Episode) Level Up Your JavaScript:...

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2024/10/24

Send us a textLet's go over some super practical tips to improve your JavaScript code and look a little less junior.Got suggestions for an upcoming show or a guest I should reach out to? Email me at brian@parsity.io!Shameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity - a coding program for career changers 🚀 dev30 - learn JS in 2024 and get a massive discount to Parsity 🤵🏽‍♂️ Brian's LinkedInAlready a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another CourseSerious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️

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40:06

#181 - Meta Tech Lead Secrets: Breaking into FAANG,...

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2024/10/21

Send us a textIn this episode, I’m joined by Rahul Pandey, a former tech lead at Meta and co-founder of JoinTaro, a platform for ambitious software developers. Rahul shares his transparent insights on working in big tech, including the reality of big salaries in FAANG companies and what it’s really like behind the scenes.You can connect with Rahul on LinkedIn.BONUS ALERT 👇Don't miss out on this course I made for JoinTaro about breaking into tech as an outsider which is FREE for a limited

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16:19

#180 - Tech Layoffs & AI Panic: The Truth About Tech...

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2024/10/17

Send us a text"AI is coming for your tech job!""There's no hope for coders in 2024!""Learn to code?! Ha, that was so 2015."Do these click bait titles sound familiar?I've gone down the YouTube rabbit hole of doom and gloom videos about the tech job market and AI. The reality is much less interesting which is why you won't see much of it on platforms where extreme opinions get the most eye balls.Excuse me while I go on a rant about layoffs, AI and getting hired in 2024 with some facts to back m...

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42:12

#179 - Speak Up, Stand Out: How Public Speaking Can...

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2024/10/14

Send us a textThere is a valuable skill that will set you apart from most developers. It will go from a nice to have to a requirement if you want to move into leadership: Public speaking. If you’re like me, maybe you think you can just hide in your code hole and never speak. I tried this method for a few years and it sorta worked. I didn’t get fired. I also couldn’t get promoted or make much of an impact.In this epsiode, Geoffrey Huck shares how he went from bein...

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20:45

#178 - Lessons from the 3 Smartest Developers I’ve...

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2024/10/10

Send us a textOne started a multi-million dollar business. 💰Another wrote a popular library for unit testing that you've probably heard of. 🧠The last one called me out on my b.s. 😅I stole a little piece of each of these developers to accelerate my own career.I've been very lucky.I live in the epicenter of the tech universe in the San Francisco Bay Area. Every nerdy developer with a dollar and a dream ends up here somehow.You don’t have to get lucky though.I want to share the lessons I

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44:54

#177 - The science behind learning to code: Why you...

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2024/10/07

Send us a textDr. Junaid Akhtar is content architect at Educative and an expert in the science of education and specifically, learning to code. In this episode we discuss:- what most people get wrong about learning to code and learning in general- the best way to stay motivated- why 10,000 hours to master a subject is BS- project-based learning and why developers do best with this strategyDr. Junaid is the kind of person more new coders should be listening to. His advice is based on year...

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15:56

#176 - A Hands on Guide to Learning SQL

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2024/10/03

Send us a textProfessional software developers overwhelmingly use SQL but few coding bootcamps teach it.Learning some basic SQL doesn't need to be overwhelming or complicated.Listen to the episode and follow along with this post to get some hands-on practice with SQL.Click here to grab your guide.Sign up for early access to our upcoming Python and Data Engineering program.Shameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity - a coding program for career changers 🚀 dev30 - learn JS in 2024 and get a massive

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21:56

#175 - The Unwritten Rules to Becoming a Senior...

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2024/09/30

Send us a textWithout a clear path from junior developer to senior, most developers fall into the coding trap:You double down on your current programming language to become an "expert"You add more tools to your tool belt like a new, more impressive programming language (Rust anyone?)You obsess over code quality and writing error free codeYou wonder why you haven't been promoted yetPlot twist: I am you.I made all these mistakes and have since gone on to be a senior at multiple companies even t...

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21:35

#174 - 4 Projects to Learn the Basics of Javascript...

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2024/09/26

Send us a textBefore you watch another 100 hour YouTube tutorial, try these 4 side projects which are small enough to do over a weekend and will teach you a hell of a lot about writing JavaScript.In this episode we will explore the concepts you will learn with these projects, how to get started and where to find information to fill in the gaps in your knowledge.Here's the API I mentioned in the show: JSON PlaceholderHere's the Form ChallengeIf you complete the Form Challenge please tag me on ...

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47:42

#173 - Breaking into Tech After 40: The Self-Taught...

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2024/09/23

Send us a textDicky Kitchen is a self-taught developer who made the leap into tech in his 40s—without a degree, bootcamp, or formal schooling.Dicky is in his first 90 days as a professional developer after a career as a phyiscal therapy assistant. We dive into Dicky’s journey from physical therapy to coding, how he found success learning online, and the sacrifices it took to build a new career from scratch. If you’re over 30, switching careers, or just curious about how to break int...

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20:48

#172 - The Free Work Formula: How Freelancing for...

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2024/09/19

Send us a textDon't hate mail me just yet. “Free” work as a developer can feel like a controversial topic, but it could be the key to jump-starting your career. I’ll walk you through strategies for gaining credibility, building a portfolio, and turning your free work into a launchpad for your development career. You will learn how to: -Discover valuable projects, not junk work - Position yourself as a developer while still learning -Leverage open-source and freel...

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25:50

#171 - A Beginners Guide to Learning Backend Software...

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2024/09/16

Send us a textI know the smartest and best looking developers are listening to this podcast.As a thank you, here's a mini-tutorial to learn some backend software development as a Javascript developer.Video: https://youtu.be/9mU6Mnq9ZXYCode: https://github.com/CodeCoachJS/js_pros_backend_starter.gitPlease share this and tag me if you do!One last thing 👇Join me and Aaron Cordova, a recent guest on the podcast to talk about how you can actually break into tech as an outsider. Register

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22:55

#170 - 4 Steps to Build Coding Habits that Stick (or...

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2024/09/12

Send us a textIn the last decade, I got sober, learned to code, and lost 50 pounds. At the end of the day, the key to all of these transformations came down to habits. In this episode, I break down how small, consistent changes can lead to big life transformations—whether you want to improve your coding skills, land a job, or just build better habits in life. Let's learn the science behind habit formation and practical tips to help you create habits that last.Shameless Plugs 🧠 ...

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23:52

#169 - Hacking Productivity: ADHD Strategies for...

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2024/09/09

Send us a textThe field of software development tends to attract neuro-divergent people, and because of the emphasis on problem-solving, long stretches of focus, and task management, developers with ADHD often face unique challenges. Henry Lam, an ADHD coach for professionals who shares practical strategies for managing timeboosting motivationminimizing distractions This advice can be applied for anyone learning to code and especially to neuro-divergent developers. Whether...

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