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Feb 22, 2024 • 13min

#114 - Maybe You Are an Impostor and Maybe That's Not So Bad

Send us a textYou ever get that feeling that maybe you're not good enough? I know I have. Sometimes, it's not all in your head. At some point, when you're doing a new thing, you're going to feel like an impostor. That's because you are one. And that's OK.Let's explore why this feeling is so common among new developers, not-so-new developers and why you should be chasing this feeling of uncomfortable-ness.Shameless Plugs(NEW) The Inner Circle - a highly customized program to take you from 0 to hired 🧠 ​Parsity​ - a coding program for career changers (limited to 15 people per quarter) ​🚀 dev30​ - learn JS in 2025 and get a massive discount to Parsity Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another CourseSerious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️
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Feb 19, 2024 • 37min

#113 - Code Challenge King John Crickett Breaks Down How to Level Up as an Engineer

Send us a textJohn Crickett is the code challenge king. He is author of the popular Code Challenge Newsletter and one of the few tech influencers on LinkedIn and X who really knows his stuff.We sit down and talk about the best way to learn to code (building stuff ), why AI isn't so scary, his meteoric rise on social media and tactics you can steal to do the same.​John Crickett's Coding ChallengesShameless Plugs(NEW) The Inner Circle - a highly customized program to take you from 0 to hired 🧠 ​Parsity​ - a coding program for career changers (limited to 15 people per quarter) ​🚀 dev30​ - learn JS in 2025 and get a massive discount to Parsity Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another CourseSerious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️
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Feb 14, 2024 • 14min

#112 - How I 5x'ed my salary as a developer: 3 lessons I stole from my rich developer friend

Learn how to increase your salary as a developer by implementing three tactics from a successful developer. The podcast also discusses imposter syndrome, starting a career in development, and strategies for overcoming inadequacy and imposter syndrome.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 38min

#111 - Musician to Software Engineer: Nathan Drake Shares His Odd Journey to Coding and How He Got Hired Fast

Send us a textI  spoke with Nathan Drake, a ​Parsity​ graduate and software engineer at Paylocity. He came into our program with some basic programming knowledge and was hired literally the day he graduated! This is not normal, but it's also not not normal 🤔.Nathan went through tutorial hell, learning to code, giving up and re-learning a few times before he went to Parsity. What we offered (and what any good program will offer) is clarity in your learning path and experts who have been where you are and KNOW exactly what you need to reach the next step.Shameless Plugs​Parsity​ - Learn to Code, Save the World... or at least change careers​Nathan Drake's LinkedIn​​dev30Shameless Plugs(NEW) The Inner Circle - a highly customized program to take you from 0 to hired 🧠 ​Parsity​ - a coding program for career changers (limited to 15 people per quarter) ​🚀 dev30​ - learn JS in 2025 and get a massive discount to Parsity Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another CourseSerious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️
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Feb 5, 2024 • 17min

#110 - I spoke to 500 developers from all around the world - here are 4 takeaways

The podcast host shares their experience of connecting with 500 developers from around the world after gaining attention on LinkedIn. They discuss imposter syndrome, common mistakes in developer profiles, and the importance of showcasing skills on LinkedIn. The podcast also offers insights and advice for developers, including tips on applying for jobs, learning new skills, and exploring JavaScript features.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 38min

#109 - From Teacher to Software Engineer to Teacher? David Rogers Breaks Down How He Taught Himself to Code and Land a Job

David Rogers, a teacher turned software engineer, shares his journey into coding and the challenges he faced. They discuss the importance of mindset, mistakes to avoid when learning to code, and the competitive atmosphere in software engineering. They also touch on transitioning to Next JS and highlight the significance of clear goals, resources, and mentors.
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Jan 22, 2024 • 13min

#108 - The Caterpillar Learning Method to Learn Fast AF

Learn about the caterpillar learning method that helps developers learn new languages and frameworks quickly. Focus on practical application and iterative learning to acquire practical skills.
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Jan 15, 2024 • 50min

#107 - How Zubin went from 37 Year Old Lawyer to Software Engineer at Google and the Reality of Changing Careers into Tech

Guest Zubin Pratap shares his journey from lawyer to software engineer at Google to blockchain developer and mentor. He discusses mentorship, learning to code, beating the Google interview, and the skills needed for hireability. The conversation also touches on money and mindset in the tech industry.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 28min

#106 - The 3 Worst Things About Being a Software Engineer

A podcast discusses the downsides of being a software engineer, highlighting the stress and expectations that come with the job. They explore the excitement of solving bugs and deploying code, but emphasize that it's not for everyone. They also mention updates to their coding program, student success stories, and shameless plugs for their resources.
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Jan 2, 2024 • 27min

#105 - The 2024 Tech Stack and What You Need to Study to Keep Up to Date in the New Year

Send us a textIn this episode I break down the only 3 things I think you should be adding to your toolbelt as a developer in 2024 and because I like you, here's an advanced project that uses AI, NodeJS and Express.Your AI AStarter Project: This is an advanced project and assumes some knowledge of JS. If you're looking for something a little more beginner friendly, check out this project to learn how to use APIs with Javascript.Shameless PlugsParsitydev30 (are you finally ready to learn JS in 2024?)Brian's LinkedInShameless Plugs(NEW) The Inner Circle - a highly customized program to take you from 0 to hired 🧠 ​Parsity​ - a coding program for career changers (limited to 15 people per quarter) ​🚀 dev30​ - learn JS in 2025 and get a massive discount to Parsity Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another CourseSerious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️

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