

Frontmatter
Leanpub
In Leanpub's Frontmatter podcast, we interview authors and special guests about their lives & careers, their areas of expertise and the issues of the moment, and their experiences as writers. Every episode is deeply researched and covers areas that are equally of human interest, general interest, and professional interest.
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Aug 11, 2021 • 1h 35min
Roy Keyes, Author of Hiring Data Scientists and Machine Learning Engineers: A Practical Guide
Roy Keyes, a data scientist and consulting expert, shares his journey from studying physics in Kansas to building successful teams in tech startups. He discusses the challenges of hiring in data science, stressing the importance of clear goals and treating candidates like customers. Roy also tackles the impact of ML in finding product-market fit and explains the nuances of data science versus AI. He talks about his decision to write a practical guide on hiring practices while navigating the challenges of self-publishing during the pandemic.

Aug 3, 2021 • 1h 14min
Charles Scalfani, Author of Functional Programming Made Easier: A Step-by-Step Guide

Jul 21, 2021 • 1h 3min
David Diez, Co-Founder of OpenIntro

Jul 13, 2021 • 56min
Marco Sampellegrini, Author of The Simple Haskell Handbook: Learn how to build Haskell applications

Jun 30, 2021 • 1h 37min
Bruno Lowagie, Author of Entreprenerd: Building a Multi-Million-Dollar Business with Open Source Software

Jun 18, 2021 • 51min
Shefali Nayak, Author of What Just Happened: Descriptive Statistics: An Explorer's Guide to Data

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Jun 3, 2021 • 57min
Eric Matthes, Author of Beginner's Python Cheat Sheets
Eric Matthes, an experienced author and educator known for his practical resources like Python Crash Course, shares his journey from early programming with BASIC to writing beginner-friendly materials. He discusses impactful teachers who shaped his learning philosophy and his unique experiences biking across North America, which influenced his worldview. Eric also emphasizes the importance of open-source principles in education, critiques educational inefficiencies, and describes designing accessible resources that avoid overwhelming beginners. His commitment to continuous improvement and community engagement shines through.

May 19, 2021 • 46min
Special Guest: Michael Bhaskar, Co-Founder of Canelo

May 7, 2021 • 1h 1min
Jana Boruta, Co-Author of Digital-First Events

Apr 7, 2021 • 1h 5min


