The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Wine Web and a whole lot of Whatnot (Friends)
Nov 1, 2024
Robbie Wagner and Chuck Carpenter, co-hosts of the Whiskey Web and Whatnot podcast, join Michael Greenwich, CEO of WorkOS. They share funny stories from a recent tech conference, and humorous wine tasting tales featuring a broken cork and a Chianti Classico. The trio discusses the importance of content creation and navigating reputation in the open source community. They also dive into the complexities of certification in tech, the dynamics of fake jobs, and whimsically ponder life beyond tech, including culinary dreams and gardening adventures.
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Content Creation for Developers
- Content creation can boost developer careers, but it's not essential for success.
- Focus on skills and delivering value, and consider content for broader reach.
Open Source and Career Growth
- Open source contributions can increase visibility, especially for those seeking recognition.
- It offers a public showcase of skills and passion projects, but isn't mandatory for all.
Reputation Building for Developers
- Open source work doesn't guarantee job offers, interviews remain crucial.
- Developers need clever ways to showcase skills beyond traditional interviews and portfolios.