The freeCodeCamp Podcast

#109 Oh My Zsh Creator and Planet Argon CEO Robby Russell

Feb 2, 2024

Quincy Larson interviews Robby Russell, creator of Oh My ZSH, discussing topics like growing a consultancy, transitioning to Ruby on Rails, the importance of documentation and maintainability in software, synergy between their command line tool and podcast, rehoming clients, and Robby's personal journey in music and love for Portland.

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Smells of Towns and Desire for Urban Living

01:30 • 26min

Favorite Noble Gas and Growing a Consultancy

Early Years and PHP Development

30:26 • 11min

From New Learner to Ruby on Rails Expert

41:05 • 22min

The Importance of Documentation in a Small Development Team

01:03:12 • 29min

The Importance of Maintainability in Software

01:31:48 • 11min

Discussion on Podcast Episodes, Z shell, and Synergy with the Guest

01:42:54 • 4min

Rehoming Clients and Different Types of Fans

01:47:04 • 3min

The Mighty Missoula: From Post-Rock to Geological History

01:49:48 • 14min

Exploring Portland and Coffee Shops

02:03:30 • 5min