Yalla Let's Code

In this episode, Scott Tolinski, Founder of LevelUpTutorials and co-host of the Syntax.fm podcast, shares his journey from creating free YouTube tutorials to growing successful educational platforms. Scott discusses his experiences with monetizing content, overcoming challenges, and the eventual acquisition of LevelUpTutorials by Sentry. He also explores the growth and success of the Syntax.fm podcast, offering insights on building an audience, maintaining work-life balance, and navigating the competitive landscape of online education. Scott emphasizes the importance of consistency, audience building, and effective communication in achieving entrepreneurial goals. Timestamps 02:00 Introduction 06:57 Challenges and Lessons in Monetization 20:18 The back story of Syntax.fm Podcast 23:26 Meeting Wes Bos and Forming a Partnership 26:06 Strategies for Success 29:42 Lessons Learned 30:01 Avoiding Burnout: Managing Commitments 31:31 Building and Engaging an Audience 34:18 The Acquisition of Level-Up Tutorials 42:41 The Future of Syntax FM 52:18 Work-Life Balance and Personal Insights 55:58 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Show Notes: Level Up Tutorials Website Scott's Twitter Account Syntax.fm Youtube Channel Syntax.fm Podcast Vue School CJ Twitter Super Communicator eBook Eat That Frog Book Atomic Habits Deep Work Scott's Personal Website

In this episode, we discuss the story of Storista, a Shopify app for Instagram-embedded products. We highlight the value of community support and the importance of taking breaks for personal wellness. This episode is perfect for software engineers looking to enhance their eCommerce implementations. Show Notes: Yalla Let's Code Merch Store Lenny's Newsletter Irek Khasianov Twitter The Hard Thing About Hard Things

In this episode, I sit down with Ayoub Bougsid, a Shopify app developer who scaled his business in just 18 months. Ayoub shares his journey, the challenges he faced, and the strategies he employed to achieve such rapid growth. Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts. Ayoub shares his journey, the challenges he faced, and the strategies he employed to achieve such rapid growth. Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts. Show Notes: Links: ⁠Shopify.dev⁠ (shopify.dev ) BlankLob Youtube Channel (⁠https://www.youtube.com/@weodestry⁠) Shopify Workshops (⁠https://workshops.shopify.dev/⁠ ) Books: The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280⁠ The Lean Startup ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898⁠ Rework ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Rework-Jason-Fried/dp/0307463745⁠ Ayoub’s Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/bougsiid⁠

Transitioning from a social worker to a Shopify theme expert, meet Taylor Page, the founder of The Pages Media Agency, a one-person agency specializing in Shopify. Alongside co-hosting the podcast 'Liquid Weekly,' Taylor also manages a Slack community for freelance Shopify developers. Join us as we delve into Taylor's journey, balancing parenthood with the transition to becoming a Shopify development expert. We'll explore Taylor's strategies for generating leads as a freelance developer in 2024, discuss a standout Shopify project, and unpack the challenges of freelancing in the development industry. Show Notes: Liquid Weekly Podcast: https://liquidweekly.com/podcast ShopDevAlliance: https://shopdevalliance.com Taylor Page Twitter: https://twitter.com/TRPage_dev Shopify Official Docs: https://shopify.dev Shopify Workshops: https://workshops.shopify.dev Start Freelancing Today Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Freelancing-Today-Kelly-Vaughn-ebook/dp/B08BY3LSS4 Profit First Book: https://www.amazon.com/Profit-First-Transform-Cash-Eating-Money-Making-ebook/dp/B01HCGYTH4

🚀 Join us on the Yalla Let's Code Podcast as we delve into the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of David Beck a software developer who is running 3 successful Shopify apps 👍 If you find value in this conversation, remember to like, share, and leave your thoughts in the comments below! Show Notes: David's Twitter Liquid Weekly Daniel’s agency website

🚀 Join us on the Yalla Let's Code Podcast as we delve into the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of David Simões, a seasoned software developer who transitioned from being a Shopify developer to becoming the owner of a Shopify Agency! In this episode, we explore David's incredible trajectory, uncovering the pivotal moments, challenges faced, and invaluable insights gained while navigating the world of software development and entrepreneurship. David shares firsthand experiences, offering gems of wisdom for aspiring developers looking to carve their path in the entrepreneurial landscape. Whether you're a budding developer seeking inspiration or an entrepreneur looking to glean actionable insights, this episode promises to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and provide practical takeaways to fuel your own journey. 🔔 Don't miss out on this insightful discussion! Hit the notification bell, subscribe to our channel, and tune in to learn from David Simões' transformational journey from a Shopify developer to a successful Shopify Agency owner. 👍 If you find value in this conversation, remember to like, share, and leave your thoughts in the comments below! Show Notes: David's TwitterMonthly Newsletter Weekly Newsletter Sounds Good Agency

🎥 Welcome to the second episode of "Yalla, Let's Code"! In this exciting episode, I interview Mat De Sousa, a Shopify developer, who's raking in over 50K in Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR)! 🚀 If you're a Shopify enthusiast, developer, or entrepreneur looking to thrive in the world of eCommerce, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Mat shares his journey, insights, and strategies that have led to his success in the Shopify app ecosystem. In this episode, we cover: 🛍️ Mat's journey into the world of Shopify development, including his previous attempts and the valuable lessons learned. 💡 The inspiration behind his two successful Shopify apps, born from the experiences of earlier attempts. 💰 How Mat managed to generate over 50K in Monthly Recurring Revenue. 📈 Tips and tricks for fellow developers and entrepreneurs. Join us in this deep-dive interview that's packed with valuable information, experiences, and the secret sauce behind Mat's remarkable achievements in the Shopify world, even after facing setbacks. Show Notes: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DsMatie Newsletter: https://news.matdesousa.com/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes! Share this video with your fellow eCommerce enthusiasts, and let's continue to grow together. 🔗 Stay connected with us: 📧 Website: http://yallaletscode.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yalla_lets_... If you have any questions or want to share your thoughts, leave them in the comments section below. We love hearing from our listeners.

In this episode of Yalla Let's Code, we dive deep into the world of Shopify development with our special guest, Younes, better known as @blanklob in the digital realm. Join us as we uncover the story behind Younes aka @blanklob, and explore the community he's built around it. Discover the tools and resources that have been instrumental in his career, and get a glimpse into his vision for the future of e-commerce and Shopify development. Show Notes: Youness’s Twitter Youness’s YouTube channel Youness’s Discord Younes's Github Odestry's Github Shopify Editions 2023 Shopify developer changelog Ilias's blog Ilias's Twitter Ilias's LinkedIn Ilias's Github