Ever wondered what it takes to create a course that truly makes an impact? In this episode, I sit down with Lane Wagner, the creator of Boot.dev, to dive deep into the philosophy and decisions behind one of the most comprehensive backend development platforms out there.

Lane shares his journey from a backend developer to an educator, revealing the challenges, insights, and strategies that helped Boot.dev stand out in a crowded market. Whether you're an aspiring course creator or an aspiring backend developer looking for inspiration, this behind-the-scenes look offers invaluable lessons on teaching backend development the right way.

Lane Wagner (guest):
Twitter - https://x.com/wagslane
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wagslane
Website - https://www.boot.dev
Boot.dev Metrics - https://blog.boot.dev/education/state-of-learning-to-code-2024

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