Code with Jason
Jason Swett
On the Code with Jason podcast I discuss technical topics with interesting people. Guests include people from companies like GitHub, Google and Stripe.
Episodes
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Nov 14, 2021 • 1h 2min
120 - Functional Programming with Jono Stiansen
In this episode, Jono Stiansen and I discuss the philosophy of science as it applies to programming, debugging methodology, and functional programming.Jono Stiansen on TwitterThe Three Virtues of a Great ProgrammerGilded Rose Refactoring KataAn Introduction to Pattern Matching in RubyElixir's pin operatorThe Hangman Challenge
Nov 9, 2021 • 50min
119 - Refactoring Techniques and Working with Large Codebases with Dana Kashubeck
In this episode, Dana Kashubeck and I discuss working in a rapidly growing environment, deciding when to refactor, the benefits of organizational knowledge, and how to effectively share knowledge as opposed to simply giving answers.Within 3Working Effectively with Legacy Code by Michael Feathers
Nov 8, 2021 • 1min
[LIVE from RubyConf 2021] Joel Hawksley Tells Me About His Drink
In this special episode of Code with Jason, recorded live in Denver at RubyConf 2021, I ask Joel Hawksley what he's drinking and he tells me.
Nov 2, 2021 • 55min
118 - Training as a Career Option with Reuven Lerner
In this episode, Reuven Lerner and I discuss what it looks like to work as a trainer, how to get into training, and what kinds of training work are available to developers.Lerner.co.ilReuven Lerner on TwitterReuven Lerner on YouTube
Oct 26, 2021 • 1h 8min
117 - PHP Frameworks and Freelancing with Mauro Chojrin
In this episode, Mauro Chojrin and I discuss the Symfony PHP framework, Wordpress, and we also share a couple cautionary freelancing tales.Leeway AcademyMauro Chojrin on TwitterMauro Chojrin on LinkedInMauro Chojrin on YouTubeMauro Chojrin on GitHub
Oct 19, 2021 • 51min
116 - Perceptual Learning with Stefanni Brasil
In this episode, Stefanni Brasil and I discuss how perceptual learning can be used to improve programming education.HexdevsStefannibrasil.meStefanni Brasil on Twitter30x500
Oct 12, 2021 • 59min
115 - Organizing Large Rails Apps with Jared White
In this episode, Jared White and I discuss single-page applications, service objects, POROs, and the various techniques Jared and I use to organize large Rails apps.Bridgetownrb.comBridgetown on TwitterWhitefusion.studioJared White on Twitter
Oct 5, 2021 • 53min
114 - 7 Years at GitHub with John Nunemaker
In this episode, John Nunemaker and I discuss what it's like to work at GitHub for seven years, and how Microsoft's acquisition of GitHub impacted John's job and career.John Nunemaker.comJohn Nunemaker on TwitterJohn Nunemaker on GitHubJohn Nunemaker on Instagram
Sep 28, 2021 • 58min
113 - Matthew Bellantoni, Creator of RailsGigs
In this episode, Matthew Bellantoni and I discuss useful definitions of good and bad code, problems in modeling and communicating reality, how to find clients as a freelancer, and the job market for junior and senior coders.Matthew Bellantoni on TwitterMatthew Bellantoni.com RailsGigs
Sep 21, 2021 • 57min
112 - Code, Food, and Philosophy with Collin Donnell
In this episode, Collin Donnell and I discus regional cuisine, philosophy reading recommendations, the strengths of various programming languages, and whether we have anything to fear from AI.Collin Donnell on TwitterKey and NibCollin Donnell's websiteThe Wisdom of InsecurityHow to Win Friends and Influence People
