Pybites Podcast

The tech job market has become increasingly challenging with ongoing layoffs and strong competition for available positions. How can developers stand out when everyone seems to have the same credentials? This episode tackles the essential strategies needed to navigate this difficult landscape. We discuss how imperfect positions can still offer growth, and how enthusiasm, coupled with demonstrated skill, can help employers pick you as a candidate who will bring true value to their organisation.Join our community at pybites.circle.so to continue the conversation, expand your network, and access more resources to advance your Python career journey!___Level up your Python skills in just 6 weeks with our hands-on, mentor-led cohort program. Build and ship real apps while gaining confidence and accountability in a supportive community. Join an upcoming Pybites Developer Cohort today!Carlton Gibson's article:  https://buttondown.com/carlton/archive/if-i-were-starting-out-now/___If you found this podcast helpful, please consider following us!For more Pybites:Pybites Books: https://pybitesbooks.com/Developer Mindset Newsletter: https://pybit.es/newsletter 💡Bob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/Julian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bbelderbos.bsky.socialJulian BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/juliansequeira.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pybites/Twitter: https://x.com/pybitesApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pybites-podcast/id1545551340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sJnriPKKVgPIX7UU9PIN1

Rye Whalen sees profound connections between nature and software development that many developers miss. With expertise in hardware, software, and teaching cybersecurity, they uncover how natural systems can inspire better software-building strategies.Rye explains how they approach algorithmic thinking by focusing on foundational base cases and how they encourage their students to visualise problems before writing code. This teaching strategy bridges abstract concepts with practical understanding by tapping into natural visual processing abilities and familiar patterns from the world around us.Beyond technical skills, Rye emphasises the value of creativity and balance. They explain how engaging in activities like photography and music can nurture problem-solving skills and significantly enhance our ability as developers. ___Contact Rye on our Circle Community: https://pybites.circle.so/u/5eb35e0bRye Whalen - https://wentcloud.com/___If you found this podcast helpful, please consider following us!For more Pybites:Pybites Books: https://pybitesbooks.com/Developer Mindset Newsletter: https://pybit.es/newsletter 💡Bob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/Julian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bbelderbos.bsky.socialJulian BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/juliansequeira.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pybites/Twitter: https://x.com/pybitesApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pybites-podcast/id1545551340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sJnriPKKVgPIX7UU9PIN1

Exciting new cohort-based coaching brings affordable learning to aspiring coders, fostering community engagement and collaboration. A revamped book platform focuses on user privacy and gamification to motivate readers. The hosts discuss the integration of AI in coding, emphasizing the need to uphold fundamental skills while using AI as a supportive tool. They also celebrate their community, recommend a fascinating Japanese book, and invite listeners to join their growing Python development network.

The road to landing a dream developer job is often paved with persistence, continuous learning, and a willingness to look beyond traditional tech hubs. In this episode, CJ Stein shares his journey from mechanical engineer to software developer at a cheese manufacturing company.Throughout our conversation we're reminded that developer jobs exist everywhere – not just at tech giants and startups. By expanding where you look and having confidence in your ability to learn, you might just find your perfect role in the most unexpected place.___Pybites Circle Community: https://pybites.circle.so/CJ's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steincj/___If you found this podcast helpful, please consider following us!For more Pybites:Developer Mindset Newsletter: https://pybit.es/newsletter 💡Bob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/Julian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bbelderbos.bsky.socialJulian BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/juliansequeira.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pybites/Twitter: https://x.com/pybitesApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pybites-podcast/id1545551340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sJnriPKKVgPIX7UU9PIN1

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of coding, raising vital questions about our approach to software development. In this episode, we unpack the implications of AI on programming skills and the future of learning to code. As AI increasingly handles various programming tasks, some developers are concerned that new, and even seasoned, coders may be losing touch with critical programming skills. While AI offers opportunities to streamline processes, we highlight the necessity of engaging with coding on a fundamental level.Throughout the episode, we celebrate successes from our coding community, and highlight that while the journey can be challenging, determination and a positive mindset can ultimately lead to career success.Article discussed: AI is Creating a Generation of Illiterate ProgrammersPybites Circle Community: https://pybites.circle.so/Pybites Community Events: https://pybites.circle.so/c/community-eventsBooks mentioned:Nexus - https://pybitesbooks.com/books/n4rvEAAAQBAJFastAPI Cookbook - https://pybitesbooks.com/books/H6oSEQAAQBAJ___If you found this podcast helpful, please consider following us!For more Pybites:Developer Mindset Newsletter: https://pybit.es/newsletter 💡Bob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/Julian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bbelderbos.bsky.socialJulian BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/juliansequeira.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pybites/Twitter: https://x.com/pybitesApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pybites-podcast/id1545551340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sJnriPKKVgPIX7UU9PIN1

Meet the incredibly talented Victoria Kolmac, a university student with a passion for the intersection of biomedical engineering and computer science.Victoria shares her fascinating journey with us, outlining how she and her team built a pulse oximeter from scratch using Python and ESP32 microcontrollers, as well as her work on an advanced project aimed at non-invasively detecting thoracic pressure changes related to sleep apnea. We also delve into the world of quantum computing, exploring the basics of qubits and superposition and how Python is used for predictive modeling in this space. With personal stories of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, we emphasise the importance of perseverance in technical fields and highlight the real-world applications of Python in healthcare.Victoria's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-kolmac-a856b2249/Book Mention: "Nexus" - Yuval Noah Harari (https://pybitesbooks.com/books/n4rvEAAAQBAJ)Pybites Coaching: https://pybit.es/catalogue/the-pdm-program/___If you found this podcast helpful, please consider following us!For more Pybites:Developer Mindset Newsletter: https://pybit.es/newsletter 💡Bob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/Julian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bbelderbos.bsky.socialJulian BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/juliansequeira.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pybites/Twitter: https://x.com/pybitesApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pybites-podcast/id1545551340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sJnriPKKVgPIX7UU9PIN1

Tim Frazer shares his remarkable journey from a homeschooled kid on the Canadian coast to an entrepreneur in Philadelphia. He recounts his early life, influenced by two contrasting educational philosophies, and how this paved the way for his career in operations and software development. This episode delves into the parallels between sports and coding, as Tim shares his journey from yoga all the way to Olympic lifting, drawing lessons from the competitive sports mindset. We hear how feedback loops and embracing imperfect journeys has been crucial in Tim's personal and professional development, teaching him the importance of setting ambitious goals and the 'human' skills necessary to thrive in the world of technology and entrepreneurship.Tim's social media links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamtimfrazer/Bluesky: Tim frazer (@tfrazer.bsky.social)Substack: Tim Frazer | SubstackBooks / what we’re reading:Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for MasteryMoney for Couples: No More Stress. No More Fights. Just a 10-Step Plan to Create Your Rich Life Together.

Generative AI is revolutionising DevOps practices by streamlining incident management, enhancing collaboration, and enabling automation. In this episode, Bob chats with Chris Williams - Developer Relations Manager for HashiCorp - about the future of Ai in the tech industry. Throughout the episode, we discuss the practical applications of AI, address concerns regarding job security, and learn about the importance of staying up-to-date with ever-changing advancements in AI.Article:https://community.aws/content/2rRTRRuo2Tj6r0FXZmWJH8gNHjP/supercharge-your-devops-practices-with-generative-aiTalk:https://youtu.be/POn5WYFw4xU?si=jtBMmPwe9yb-fe8IRepo:https://github.com/aws-samples/genai-for-devopsChris social media links:Chris Williams☁️🐍 (@mistwire.com)Chris Williams (@mistwire) on XBooks / what we’re reading:Chris: https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Terraform-practical-deploying-infrastructure-ebook/dp/B0CZKFZ6NK + https://www.amazon.com/Go-Programming-Beginner-Professional-everything-ebook/dp/B0CZ6WFKNBBob: https://www.amazon.com/ChatGPT-Accountants-practitioners-harnessing-revolutionize-ebook/dp/B0CX1L8MNP +https://www.amazon.com/Machine-Learning-Generative-Marketing-data-driven-ebook/dp/B0D6BFJ1WK

Could AI make developers a thing of the past in the world of coding? Join us on the Pybites Podcast as we, Julian Sequeira and Bob Beldebos, explore this compelling question and share our personal experiences with AI's integration into our Python projects.After we quickly recount our holiday experiences, we kick off the new year with reflections on the mindset and habits necessary for success.Moving onto AI, we discuss its dual nature—great for boosting productivity but fraught with limitations when tackling complex tasks. We explore Julian’s journey of building a web app using Django, where AI proved both helpful and misleading. The conversation emphasizes the importance of foundational coding knowledge, especially for beginners, and the need for detailed prompts to harness AI tools effectively. AI's strengths, from summarizing articles to generating creative ideas, are highlighted, urging developers to adopt a mindset that balances AI assistance with hands-on coding practice.---Podcast Survey: https://forms.gle/qFC3y4HucWow3pDe6

We're back with a brand new episode, on our 8th anniversary today, the 19th of Dec. 🥳We have some exciting updates, mainly around our new v2 platform and how it's going to impact people in Africa, new things that are coming, and of course book tips. 📈Happy holidays 😎 and thanks for tuning in! 🙏Chapters:00:00 Intro02:10 News, community shout outs05:50 Believe Resourcing Group (BRG) partnership08:40 What to gain from our v2 platform + some stats15:59 Networking lesson17:48 Pybites coaching ad18:14 Learning paths + what's coming on v222:38 Book tips27:24 Happy holidays29:30 Wrap upLinks:- BRG press release- Pybites 8 years anniversary stats- Code on our v2 platform- Say Hi in our community- Books: Python Concurrency with asyncio / The Winds of War / Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop