A Life Engineered What Big Tech Still Gets WRONG about Great Programmers | Casey Muratori
Oct 15, 2025
In this engaging discussion, game programmer Casey Muratori shares his unique journey from a high-school internship at Microsoft to creating animation systems for major game franchises. He emphasizes the role of luck and mentorship in shaping tech careers and provides valuable advice for aspiring programmers, such as showcasing passion and building visibility. Casey critiques the pitfalls of 'clean code' and discusses the implications of AI on programming careers. His insights into personal and industry challenges make this a must-listen for tech enthusiasts.
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Luck Opened The Door To A Tech Career
- Casey landed a Microsoft high-school internship through a local contact and that chance changed his career trajectory.
- He credits that luck and the people he met there for skipping college and entering industry early.
Small Tasks Proved Value During Internship
- As an intern Casey was given small, chaotic tasks like writing an ANI file loader and found the division disorganized.
- The trivial work still let him demonstrate skill and led to future job opportunities via connections.
Make Your Passion Visible
- If you love programming, make yourself visible and pleasant so others can give you opportunities.
- Share projects, stream, or participate in communities to increase the chance someone notices you.