Matt Rickard

Software developer who wrote the blog post "Reflections on 10,000 Hours of Programming". His reflections focus on coding lessons learned over many years of experience.

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Oct 8, 2021 • 1h 13min

Lessons from 10k hours of programming (Interview)

In this insightful conversation, Matt Rickard, a seasoned software developer and writer of "Reflections on 10,000 Hours of Programming," shares his journey through programming mastery. He discusses the importance of deliberate practice, the power of exploring source code over online answers, and the emotional attachment developers have to their code. Matt emphasizes best practices like managing code complexity and the value of community cross-pollination, revealing how evolving lessons shape our coding skills over time.

Oct 17, 2024 • 1h 23min

Lessons from 10k hours of programming (remastered) (Changelog Interviews #613)

Matt Rickard, a software developer known for his reflections on 10,000 hours of coding, and Kurt Mackey, CEO of Fly.io, delve into the transformative power of extensive programming experience. They discuss the challenges developers face in public cloud environments and share invaluable lessons learned from deep engagement in open-source projects. The conversation also touches on managing code complexity, the emotional landscape of code maintenance, and the significance of understanding dependencies. Tune in for insights on mastering programming through dedication and practical strategies!