
Beyond Coding
Beyond Coding is a weekly podcast with conversations that go "beyond coding" in a fireside chat format.
Common topics are tech, entrepreneurship, and career journeys.
Authentic, informative and inspiring. That's the aim for each episode.
New episodes every Wednesday 🎙
Latest episodes

Apr 23, 2025 • 46min
Rust, Game Development & Career Growth with Stephan Dilly
Can learning Rust boost your software engineering career? Absolutely.In this episode, Stephan Dilly, Rust expert and seasoned game developer, discusses why Rust has quickly become a critical skill in the industry. He shares insights on Rust’s challenging learning curve, why it’s worth mastering, and how it positions you as a highly sought-after engineer. We also explore the world of game development, examining why Rust adoption in games is growing, yet still challenging.Key Takeaways:✅ How Rust can make you a better, more marketable software engineer✅ Why the game industry is uniquely challenging and rewarding✅ Rust’s potential in game development—and what’s holding it back✅ Leveraging open-source projects to advance your tech career✅ How side projects can give you a critical advantage in the job marketWhether you're an aspiring Rust programmer, curious about game development, or focused on career growth—Stephan’s insights offer clear, actionable advice for anyone in tech. 🎧Connect with Stephan Dilly:https://linkedin.com/in/stephandillyBeyond Coding Podcast with 🎙Patrick AkilPowered by Xebia!!

Mar 16, 2025 • 1h
Why Your Org Chart is Breaking Your Software
Can bad team structures lead to bad software? The answer might surprise you.In this episode, André Borgonovo (Engineering Manager at GoodHabitz) joins me to discuss how team restructuring, Conway’s Law, and domain-driven design impact software development. We explore why engineering teams succeed or struggle based on how they’re structured—and what leaders can do to improve collaboration and efficiency.Key Topics:✅ How Conway’s Law affects software design in large companies.✅ The challenges of team restructuring & avoiding common pitfalls.✅ Why software complexity often reflects organizational complexity.✅ How to balance stable teams vs. adapting to business needs.✅ Lessons from real-world engineering leadership experiences.Whether you're a developer, engineering manager, or CTO, this episode provides valuable insights into building teams that actually work. 🎧Connect with André Borgonovo:https://linkedin.com/in/azborgonovoBeyond Coding Podcast with 🎙Patrick AkilPowered by Xebia!!

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Mar 5, 2025 • 45min
How to Stay Ahead as a Software Engineer - No Matter What Changes!
Top software engineers share secrets to staying relevant in a rapidly changing tech landscape. Mastering tools and adopting a mindset shift are key to adaptability. They discuss why incremental learning is essential and the growing role of AI, reassuring that it won’t replace skilled engineers. The conversation highlights balancing immediate work with continuous learning, the significance of effective communication, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Discover the underrated skills that elevate great engineers above the rest!

Feb 26, 2025 • 51min
How Elite Developers Think Differently (And How You Can Too)
What separates elite software engineers from the rest? It’s not just coding skills, it’s how they think, make decisions, and collaborate. In this episode, we dive deep into:🔥 The mindset shift that unlocks next-level engineering success🤝 How co-creation and transparency lead to better products🚀 Why top developers rethink roadmaps and challenge priorities🧠 The hidden power of A/B testing in decision-making📈 How to influence without authority and actually drive changeYou’ll walk away with actionable insights to level up your career—whether you're a junior dev or a seasoned engineer.Connect with Fardjad:https://www.fardjad.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/fardjadFull episode on YouTube ▶️https://youtu.be/R31bfG0jYfABeyond Coding Podcast with 🎙Patrick AkilPowered by Xebia!!

Feb 20, 2025 • 49min
Breaking Into Tech Changed Everything. This Is Why | With Ornella Friggit-Konaté
Many think breaking into tech is just about learning to code—but the reality is far more complex. In this episode, I sit down with Ornella to dive into the unexpected lessons she learned from transitioning into tech. We talk about why mindset matters as much as technical skills, the power of feedback in career growth, and the surprising truths about working in diverse teams.🎧 Tune in to hear their journey—and what you can take away from it.Connect with Ornella:https://ornella.xyzhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ornellafFull episode on YouTube ▶️https://youtu.be/i_vXItYgsZcBeyond Coding Podcast with 🎙Patrick AkilPowered by Xebia!!

Feb 12, 2025 • 48min
Tech Leadership Hiring Secrets for Career Growth and Balance with John Müller
John Müller, IT lead at ING and a specialist in tech leadership hiring, shares his insights on navigating the tech career landscape. He discusses essential hiring strategies to attract the right leadership talent, emphasizing the balance between technical skills and team fit. John also highlights practical tips for maintaining work-life balance to prevent burnout and achieve career satisfaction. He sheds light on the emotional complexities of leadership, urging a focus on personal fulfillment alongside professional growth.

Feb 5, 2025 • 58min
Bob van Luijt's Lessons from Scaling Weaviate: Startup Growth & Hiring
Scaling a startup is harder than it looks. From hiring and funding to execution, most founders underestimate what it really takes to grow a business.In this episode,Bob van Luijt, CEO & co-founder of Weaviate, shares hishard-earned lessons from building an AI-native database company that has scaled to100+ employees worldwide.What you’ll learn in this episode:✅ Whyyour ability to sell a vision matters more than the idea itself✅ Howopen source can fuel startup adoption before monetization✅ Thereal role of funding—why investment isborrowing from the future✅How to structure a winning startup team (and why hiring the right mix of people is critical)✅ Whymost founders overthink instead of just startingIf you’re a founder, startup enthusiast, or thinking about launching your own business, this episode is amust-listen! 🚀🎧Listen now & subscribe for more deep-dive tech conversations!Connect with Bob van Luijt:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobvanluijthttps://x.com/bobvanluijtFull episode on YouTube ▶️https://youtu.be/iax1qipf9HkBeyond Coding Podcast with 🎙Patrick AkilPowered by Xebia!!

Jan 30, 2025 • 56min
Testing at Scale: What Every Developer Needs to Know with Maurício Aniche
Testing at scale is hard. In this episode, we explore what every developer needs to know about writing tests in large organizations, preventing bottlenecks, and ensuring software quality at scale. Featuring insights from Mauricio Aniche, Tech Lead at Adyen and former professor at TU Delft
Connect with Maurício:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricioaniche
https://www.mauricioaniche.com
https://x.com/mauricioaniche
Full episode on YouTube ▶️
https://youtu.be/oFO85YFuXjg
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Jan 22, 2025 • 45min
Copilot Will Change How You Work Forever. Here's Why with Femke Cornelissen
Femke Cornelissen, Chief Copilot at Vortel and Microsoft MVP, explores the transformative power of AI in the workplace. She shares insights on effectively integrating tools like Copilot, emphasizing the need for clear organizational support and effective adoption strategies. Femke highlights the art of crafting specific prompts to maximize Copilot's potential and discusses the balance between innovation and ethics in creativity and education. The conversation also touches on workplace automation advancements and regional implementation differences.

Jan 15, 2025 • 53min
Why Some Engineers Rise to Leadership - And Others Don’t with Marcel de Vries
Connect with Marcel:
https://marceldevries.me
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelv
https://x.com/marcelv
Full episode on YouTube ▶️
https://youtu.be/LmY1Mj5IbB0
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