
Chris Sean Talks
Finally, a podcast that aspiring developers can connect with. The goal of this podcast is to share the daily struggles that both aspiring and current developers go through. And, to encourage each other on how to keep going even when we doubt ourselves.
Chris Sean is a software engineer who has been documenting his journey as a self-taught developer since day one. His goal is to help the next grocery bagger become the next rockstar of today! Chris loves connecting with people in hopes that he can give them hope and encouragement when they need it most.
Latest episodes

Jan 25, 2024 • 41min
Will No Code Development Replace Developers? w/ Adrian Twarog and Art West
Adrian Twarog and Art West discuss the rise of no code development and its impact on developers. They also explore connecting technical and non-technical people in the tech world and the use of Wix Studio and Webflow. The speakers share their backgrounds in no-code development and delve into AI development, specifically with OpenAI and Google.

Dec 12, 2023 • 17min
Learning How To Code Is No Longer Worth It
The podcast discusses the hardships and sacrifices faced by developers, the importance of dedication and hard work in becoming a successful developer, essential skills and technologies developers need to master, challenges of finding a tech job, and reflecting on past struggles and encouraging financial improvement.

Oct 4, 2023 • 45min
Are Coding Bootcamps Still Worth It? | What It's Really Like w/ Mandy Sachs
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Sep 21, 2023 • 1h 4min
Proof It’s Never Too Late to Learn How To Code | Lawrence Lockart
Lawrence Lockhard broke all odds by becoming a self-taught web developer at the age of 46 years old. He has worked as a full-stack developer at FedEx and now works as a developer advocate at Vaadin.
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Aug 29, 2023 • 17min
The Dark Side to Working in Tech After 7 Years | Part 2 Update | Chris Sean Talks Podcast
Learn about the competitive nature of tech industry and how to thrive in it. Explore the pressure to support family and maximize income, and how it impacts mental well-being. Reflect on pressure, priorities, and success in tech. Discuss the importance of finding a job you truly enjoy in tech and regret of moving away from coding. Talk about maintaining technical skills, advantages of remote work, and mentorship opportunities.

Aug 27, 2023 • 1h 8min
Love to Code: Why It Matters & How To Do It | Chris Bautista Netflix Sr Software Engineer
Chris Bautista, Netflix Sr Software Engineer, discusses the financial differences between Netflix and Hulu, the benefits of using Stikart, standing out in the job market, and challenges in the tech industry. They also share anecdotes about living in different areas and talk about their educational backgrounds and personal connections in the industry.

Aug 14, 2023 • 1h 8min
How to Become a Software Engineer for Netflix
Christian (Trash) is a Senior Software Engineer for Netflix. He shares his insights on how he made learning code easy and how to still get a job at Netflix without the "need" to grind in tech.

Aug 9, 2023 • 1h 20min
Brian Douglas - How to Succeed In Tech from Netlify to GitHub & Now CEO
In this episode, we explore the dynamic career of our guest Brian (bdougie) Douglas has left significant marks on the tech industry. Starting as a Developer Experience Lead at Netlify, he transitioned to GitHub as Director of Developer Advocacy, where he made major strides in community engagement and growing GitHub's online presence. Now, as the Founder & CEO of Open Sauced, he's pioneering his own path in open-source intelligence. His journey through well-known tech companies like Netlify, GitHub, and Open Sauced illustrates a blend of innovation, leadership, and impactful community involvement.
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Aug 6, 2023 • 1h 10min
How To Become a Jr Machine Learning Engineer | FAANG Lead ML Engineer Melkey
Alex (Melkey Dev) is a Lead Machine Learning Engineer at Twitch (Amazon). In this episode, he not only shares his journey into the world of AI but also gives invaluable advice on how you can do the very same thing yourself.
This refreshing episode has lit a fire under me to go harder than ever in tech, and I hope it will do the same for you. Enjoy!
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Aug 4, 2023 • 52min
Why Developers Are Leaving Tech 2023
In this episode, we chat with @mewtru who had her fair share of the tech world, working as a software engineer at big-name companies like Square, Uber, and Discord. Honestly, these are companies any of us would jump at the chance to work for. But, as Tru's ready to share, it's not all rainbows and unicorns in the tech realm. She brings to light what typically stays hidden - the not-so-glamorous side of the everyday 9-5 grind of a software engineer. So, buckle up and get ready for an inside scoop on what it's really like behind those glitzy tech logos.
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Tru's Twitter: https://twitter.com/trunarla
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