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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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29:44

#168 - Working as a Developer at a Startup vs a...

Develop Yourself ·

2024/09/05

Send us a textWondering where to take your first step in the tech world? Should you aim for a fast-paced startup, a steady mid-sized company, or a giant like Google? In this episode I share my personal journey through all three—from a stressful startup experience to working at Fortune 100 companies. Learn the pros and cons of each environment, and get actionable advice on how to navigate your career, make smart choices, and avoid common mistakes along the way. Lastly - this is the last week t...

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44:25

#167 - Imposter Syndrome, Mental Resilience, and the...

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2024/09/03

Send us a textIn this interview, Dagna Bieda, an accomplished software engineer and author of "Brain Refactor", shares how she struggled with communication as a developer and how she had to "refactor" her own mindset to reach the next level in her career as well as:Common pitfalls that most software engineers make in their careerWhy "mindset" is more than a fluffy buzzwordMarketing yourself as a developerPsychedelics?!This convo took a turn I never expected 😅.📖 Get her book here💼 Connect

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19:01

#166 - Don't Be a Junior Developer

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2024/08/29

Send us a textLet me be clear: junior developers are necessary.They are also risky to hire.Let's explore the economics of hiring juniors, how to de-risk yourself and what the hell "junior" really means.Also - here's my email if you want any targeted advice: brian@parsity.ioInclude your Github and LinkedIn and I'll give you my 3 cents!PS. We have 2 spots left for the last cohort of the year. Join me at Parsity.io if you want to become a software developer in 2025.Shameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity -

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62:41

#165 - Risk, Reward, and Reinvention: How Aaron...

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2024/08/26

Send us a Text Message.Aaron went from rapper to New York City Transit worker to working at some of the largest names in tech including Coinbase, Docker and Meta (Facebook).This story isn't really about tech or money, but that's a piece of it.The real story is about refusing to settle, rising above your circumstances and creating options in life when you feel like you don't have any.Aaron has nothing to sell you.He reached out to me because he wants to share his story in the hopes it will hel...

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26:11

#164 - AI, the End of Front End Developers, and Jeff...

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2024/08/22

Send us a Text Message.The problem with the tech advice you get on LinkedIn, X and TikTok is that it doesn't reflect reality.The loudest voices dominate the space and create an echo chamber.Luckily, Stack Overflow surveys tens of thousands of developers every year to find out: - what professional developers REALLY think about AI taking their jobs- the technology everyone is using - the tools we use daily to write codeLet's explore some of the most interesting take aways from this ye...

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35:16

#163 - Just Your Typical 44 Year Old Musician Turned...

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2024/08/19

Send us a Text Message.Parsity grad Nils decided to change careers at 44 from professor of music to software engineer.His story may not seem typical but in many ways it follows the same pattern that has worked for other career changers:- He worked on real world projects in exchange for credibility.- He was open to hybrid opportunities.- He went outside LinkedIn and leveraged his personal network.His life changed.Pretty cool story. Nils breaks down how he did it in this episode with some ...

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15:10

#162 - 3 things about software I learned from a...

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2024/08/15

Send us a Text Message.15 years ago I made money by trading various substances for cash. I was hooked on drugs, alcohol and living like a loser. It took 3 near death experiences, 2 children, 1 intervention and too many sleepless nights to count before I changed my ways.The transition from criminal addict to nerdy software engineer was tough and there are lesson from my former life which have helped me navigate a career in tech.Let's explore 3 lessons that can apply to your (legal) c...

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30:12

#161 - Oops, Did I Do That? Alex Lau and Brian Share...

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2024/08/12

Send us a Text Message.I used to hate admitting my mistakes when I was a more junior developer.Over the years, I've made some embarrassing blunders. I've thought I was going to be fired a dozen times.You can not avoid making mistakes as a software developer. It's part of the learning process. There are a few common problems most developers will encounter that have nothing to do with coding. How you handle them will determine how fast your career grows and if it's heading in the right dir...

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23:03

#160 - No, You Don’t Need a Bootcamp or Degree to...

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2024/08/08

Send us a Text Message.Should I even be telling you this?I mean I own a coding bootcamp.The reality is that you don't need a degree OR a coding bootcamp to be a hire-able developer but there's a reason why the majority of software engineers have some formal education.Let's go over a plan for you to learn the basics of web development on your own and whether or not a coding bootcamp makes sense for you or not.If a coding bootcamp is for you - join me at Parsity.io 😎 and get a massive discount

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17:08

#159 - Why Pessimists Fail at Coding: How New Coders...

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2024/08/04

Send us a Text Message.Pessimists are often right.Optimists are often successful.When you're doing something new like learning to code, you don't have any "proof" that you will be good at it. Your brain wants to find patterns to protect you from an uncertain future.You scroll IG, YouTube or LinkedIn and are inundated with horror stories which affect your confidence. You begin to doubt that you can actually make it.Before you adopt someone else's narrative. Create your own proof. Let's go...

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18:13

#158 - Beyond Coding: The Essential Skills Every New...

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2024/08/01

Send us a Text Message.Learning to code isn't enough.10 years ago, being able to write some HTML, CSS, Jquery and JavaScript could land you a job.Honestly, you can still make money just knowing these basics. But, if you want career where you work on interesting problems and are highly compensated, there are 3 skills you're going to need which we'll explore and learn practical ways to acquire them.Shameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity - a coding program for career changers 🚀 dev30 - learn JS in 2024

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30:38

#157 - Freelancing, Coding Bootcamps, and Overcoming...

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2024/07/29

Send us a Text Message.William Ray is a YouTuber, coder, and recent bootcamp graduate. We discuss how he went from a background in behavioral health to freelancing in the tech industry, overcoming addiction, the challenges of the job market, and the importance of time management. William shares his experience of learning Java and Vue, the significance of building a network, and his innovative approach to finding freelance work.Connect with Will here 👈Shameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity - a coding

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23:10

#156 - Surviving your first week as a software...

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2024/07/25

Send us a Text Message.What happens AFTER the "I'm hired" post on LinkedIn?Once the "congratulations" comments and initial excitement wears off, reality sets in."Did they make a mistake when they hired me?""Can I do this?""Will I be fired?"You are now a software developer in charge of writing code for applications that users rely on. Let's explore some practical things you can do to succeed on your first software developer job or your next one.Shameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity - a coding progr...

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42:10

#155 - Insider Tips from a Top 1% Career Coach for...

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2024/07/22

Send us a Text Message.Megan Dias is a top 1% career coach on UpWork. She's also the career services coordinator at Parsity.She did not hold back on this episode where we discuss:- the reality of the tech job market and what's changed since the pandemic- why you probably shouldn't use the "Open to Work" banner- when to show off your GitHub profile and when NOT to- learning in public do's and absolutely do not'sWe sincerely hope you find this helpful whether you're learning to code or on the j...

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23:57

#154 - I Got Laid Off from my Tech Job.... and Hired...

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2024/07/18

Send us a Text Message.It's been a hell of a 2024 so far.I bought a business (Parsity.io), got laid off, interviewed a ton and then got hired.Check my LinkedIn if you don't believe me.Let's explore 3 lessons from this layoff that I think you can apply to your job search as a software engineer no matter what stage you are currently at.Shameless Plugs 🧠 Parsity - a coding program for career changers 🚀 dev30 - learn JS in 2024 and get a massive discount to Parsity 🤵🏽‍♂️ Brian's

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64:53

#153 - From Nike’s Principal Software Engineer to...

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2024/07/15

Send us a Text Message.Jack Herrington is the mastermind behind the YouTube channel Blue Collar Coder where he does deep dives on React, JavaScript and front end concepts. He shares his impressive 40-year journey in coding that began at age 13 and has remained close to the front end and excelled in software with only a high school diploma! From working at Nike and Walmart Labs to becoming a prominent tech content creator, Jack opens up about balancing his YouTube channel, a high-level tech ro...

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22:29

#152 - Why AI Won't Replace Software Developers (Yet)...

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2024/07/11

Send us a Text Message.Let's tackle the widespread fear that AI will replace software developers. Get a high level overview of how AI and large language models like ChatGPT work and why they produce such mid code.We go over why junior developers should limit their AI usage or risk becoming exceptionally mediocre developers as well as a better way to use AI as a junior dev.There is one occupation more at risk than developers of being automated: content creators! We explore how AI is creeping i...

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48:36

#151 - The Secret Strategies of an Interview...

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2024/07/08

Send us a Text Message.Special guest Bhupinder Singh, an engineering leader and author of 'Interview Champion', shares his decades of experience in tech, from starting coding at 12 to working with Fortune 100 companies.Learn how Bhupinder collected offers like Infinity Stones from top tech companies after getting obsessed with interviewing like a champion. He discusses his new book, the nuances of tech interviews, and offers practical advice for job seekers, especially coding bootcamp graduat...

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20:56

#150 - Why JavaScript is Hard to Learn and How to Do...

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2024/07/04

Send us a Text Message.Learning JS is tough because you're trying to learn it the same way you learned in school. The ONLY way you can be a hire-able developer is to write code, NOT memorization.Let's go over a practical, hands-on approach to learning and take these resources below to get your hands dirty.Lastly, join us at Dev30.xyz to learn with some pros and the steps needed to actually make programming a daily habit.JavaScript Basics Interactive LessonsThe Form Challenge with JavaScriptJa...

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15:01

#148 - 3 Mental Shifts that Separate Software...

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2024/07/01

Send us a Text Message.Learning to code is tough but it's not enough.Too many developers end up as glorified typists or code-bots. As a code-bot you will write code, given a clear set of instructions, that might even work.You will fix easy bugs, update the colors of buttons and might even write some simple features.The danger of being a code-bot is that they are plentiful and expendable. If you want meaningful work that energizes you and gets you paid handsomely then here are 3 mental shifts ...

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