The freeCodeCamp Podcast #184 Senior Playstation Engineer's tips for learning new tools and getting things done
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Aug 1, 2025 Dilip Krishnamoorthi, a seasoned software engineer at Sony, shares his unique journey from dropping out of university to thriving in the gaming industry. He discusses launching the PlayStation 5 and the vibrant tech scene in Bengaluru. Dilip offers tips on mastering focus amidst distractions, leveraging large language models for efficient learning, and the importance of 'vibe coding' for personal projects. He reflects on early computing experiences and navigates the irony of practical experiences versus traditional education, blending nostalgia with modern tech insights.
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Balanced AI Use in Software Engineering
- Dilip Krishnamoorthi uses AI to boost productivity and facilitate learning, but he insists on understanding and reviewing AI-generated code himself.
- He warns against blindly trusting AI outputs, emphasizing that AI lacks wisdom and may mislead with flattering but wrong answers.
Early DOS Programming Beginnings
- Dilip's first programming exposure was with a DOS script that asked for user name and age, outputting the info onto the screen.
- He explored early PCs without internet access, learning through manuals and experimentation.
Apprenticeship Over Traditional College
- Dilip dropped out of traditional college due to disengagement and apprentices under his uncle who ran a small software company.
- He learned pragmatically by fixing real web app issues and customizing features for clients.
