The freeCodeCamp Podcast #167 From drop-out to software architect with Jason Lengstorf
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Apr 4, 2025 In this chat, Jason Lengstorf, a former band website builder turned software architect, shares his unique journey from dropping out of college to working at IBM and co-founding CodeTV, a reality show for developers. He discusses the power of self-teaching through curiosity and how in-person events shape engineers. Jason highlights the importance of tacit knowledge, community, and the blend of technical and leadership skills in advancing one’s career, revealing a holistic approach to learning in the tech world.
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Non-Traditional Path
- Jason Lengstorf's path into tech started with building websites for his band out of necessity.
- This led to running an agency and later working at IBM, Netlify, Gatsby, and now CodeTV.
Agency Life Realities
- Agency life involves not just building websites, but also managing time, client expectations, and project scopes.
- It requires skills like sales, communication, and delegation.
Delegation and Burnout
- Delegating tasks you understand is easy, but delegating unfamiliar tasks is harder.
- This can lead to burnout if you end up doing work you don't enjoy.