Industry expert Julian Sequeira and Bob Belderbos discuss mindset mastery in career transitions. Topics include positive mindset, celebrating wins, veteran program launch, job loss acceptance, self-employment mindset, book recommendations, cognitive bias impact, and community engagement for Python enthusiasts.

Join our Community for free here.Get your personal coach, check out our coaching options here.---🎶 Dive into the intriguing journey of Christopher Bailey, video tutorial producer at Real Python, host of their weekly podcast, and an advocate for learning and teaching Python. 🐍 😍In this episode Christopher shares his unique path from music to programming, illustrating how his passions for music, education, and coding have intertwined to shape his career in tech.From early coding fascinations and playing in a band to becoming a key figure in Python education, discover how Christopher's diverse background and persistent learning mindset have propelled him through an inspiring transition into the world of technology.We also delve into Python industry trends that excite him and what's next on his learning radar, along with a win of the week + book recommendation.Join us for a captivating discussion on the intersections of code, music, and education with Christopher Bailey, and discover how embracing diverse experiences can enrich your tech journey. 🚀 Check out The Real Python Podcast hosted by Christopher here.Chapters:00:00 Intro02:00 Christopher Bailey intro and win of the week03:47 Background and career progression13:12 Real Python work and how to stay technical17:10 Mindset of learning, music and teaching influence21:20 Immersive learning, deliberate practice and building for others26:12 How to get unstuck when coding and dealing with perfectionism29:39 Python trends and what to learn next36:40 Books39:15 Wrap up and outroBook tip:- The Murderbot Diaries by Martha WellsReach out to Christopher:- LinkedIn- Fosstodon- X- Pybites Circle---Grow as a Python developer in record time - check out our PDM coaching program---Connect with us on LinkedIn:JulianBobAnd to get our weekly developer / mindset emails, sign up here.

This episode features a discussion with Louise Oprel, a cloud advocate, on her career journey and experiences with networking, mentoring, and personal growth. Louise and Bob share insights into developing the right mindset for success and overcoming challenges through small, consistent actions like volunteering, reading, and daily reflection. Practical tips are provided for using technology to connect with others, gain experience through events, and unlock one's potential through mentoring.Links:- Follow Louise on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louiseoprel/- Connect with her in our community:  https://pybites.circle.so/

Explore Django's evolution, open source contributions, and PyCon conferences with guest Paolo Melchiorre. Learn about Django's impact, the collaborative spirit of open source, and the vibrant energy of PyCons. Gain insights into the developer mindset, HTMX for front end, and the rise of Rust-based tools. Discover reading preferences, Python conferences, and the importance of sharing knowledge in Python communities.

In this episode coach Hugh sits down with Julian, co-founder of Pybites, to delve into the heart of what makes Pybites more than just about Python. Julian shares the triumphs and trials of building Pybites, highlighting the significant milestones from the first subscriber to facing the tech industry's fast-paced and evolving landscape. 💡More than coding, Julian emphasizes the critical role of mindset in overcoming obstacles and achieving growth, not only within Python but in personal and professional realms.  📈With insights into Pybites' vision for the future, innovative initiatives for veterans, and efforts to introduce coding to school-aged children, this episode illuminates how Pybites champions a comprehensive approach to learning and development, rooted in perseverance, community, and adopting a growth mindset. 😍 Links:- Pybites platform- Podcast Episode Featuring Isaac Smith- PDM program- Book tip: Quiet by Susan Cain- Join our Python developer community here

In this podcast, the PyPI Safety & Security Engineer discusses enhancing security for Python developers, challenges in securing Python packages, tips for developers to improve security awareness, the importance of security testing, and preparing for future security trends. The conversation includes embracing failure to grow, exploring security tools and practices, and recommendations for staying updated on Python security measures.

And we're back, Julian and Bob this time! We're hearing some people being worried about AI and its impact on developer roles, even to the extent of being skeptical to move in or keep progressing into our field.Hence we thought it would be good timing to discuss the current state of AI tools, their strengths + weaknesses, and how to effectively use them.We don't think they will replace us developers because in this episode we come to the conclusion that so much in software development is (and will be) human. We hope that our perspective will better help you navigate and use these tools. We think we live in exciting times and by embracing AI tools you really can create an edge for yourself.We also have some exciting Pybites updates for you, books and more ... enjoy!And don't forget to join our community and join the discussion.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:18 Wins / community / podcasts07:44 We heard some worries about AI08:56 Thoughts on ChatGPT for coding10:52 It's not there yet12:35 Looking a bit more under the covers17:10 What it means for coding jobs20:40 Shedding a mindset light on current fear23:20 The productivity gains are real!25:10 Julian's AI Utopia moment27:13 Bob's pessimist counter balance (LOL)27:30 Takeaway and adopting a growth mindset28:42 Data privacy aspect30:04 GPT4 vs 3.531:00 AI tools give you an edge (and reduces tutorial paralysis)32:50 Join the discussion33:25 Nerding out on books, book stories and series39:15 Wrap up, Pycon 2024

Join Robin and Bob as they chat with Marcelo Trylesinski, a FastAPI Expert known for his open-source contributions. They discuss his journey, mindset, and the impact of open-source work. Marcelo's story showcases passion, perseverance, and the art of mastering open source, one GitHub issue at a time.

This week on the podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Steve Lott, a seasoned software developer and author whose mantra is turning coffee into code since 1978.Steve has penned several influential books, including "Mastering Object-Oriented Python," "Modern Python Cookbook," and "Functional Python Programming," drawing from his vast experience since the early days when computers were a rare and costly venture.In this episode, we dive deep into Steve's approach to writing about Python, uncovering his research process and how he infuses fun into his personal side projects.Steve shares his insights on the evolving landscape of Python, the importance of hands-on learning through real-world projects, and the unparalleled impact of the Python community on developers worldwide.But there's more to Steve than just code. As a "technomad," Steve has mastered the art of living on a boat, embracing the nomadic lifestyle while staying connected to the tech world. We explore the unique benefits and challenges of his life at sea, from the freedom it offers to the distinctive perspective it brings to his work and life philosophy.Steve's belief in the power of stories — “Don’t come home until you have a story.” — shines throughout our conversation. This episode is packed with stories from his adventures both in front of the keyboard as well as from his nomad lifestyle (we even talk language accents).Join us for this fascinating journey with Steve Lott, where coding meets adventure, and learn how embracing the unconventional can lead to a fulfilling and storied life. We're sure you'll walk away inspired, perhaps even considering how you can live life more fully.Chapters:00:00 Intro podcast and guest + win of the week03:20 Python writing process06:01 Book research process: answer questions and understanding underlying issues11:05 Personal side-projects and keeping it fun16:14 Future of Python19:20 Teaching through real-world projects and related tooling & skills23:00 Impact of the Python community, the best Python "feature"29:07 Being a "technomad", living on a boat, and learning about different cultures35:50 Mindset tips for developers39:14 False assumptions and proper troubleshooting44:50 Book tips and reading books out loud48:50 Wrap up, Circle and book unittesting51:44 Outro musicReach out to Steve:- Mastodon- Blog | books- Pybites community, join here

Learn how Pybites can help you succeed in your Python journey 🐍 💪Join our Python Developer Community for free here 🌐👋---Welcome back to our podcast, where we delve into extraordinary journeys of transformation and achievement.This week, we're thrilled to feature Jacob Moyers, a friend of Julian from the AWS Data Centre days, who's here to share his remarkable transition from mechanical engineering to Cyber Security, paralleled by his success in powerlifting.Jacob’s story is a testament to setting ambitious goals and achieving them with grit and perseverance, offering profound lessons for Python developers.His journey from novice to expert, in both his career and personal passions, mirrors the path many of you navigate in coding - starting from scratch, facing challenges head-on, and thriving through persistence and continuous learning.Most importantly, Jacob’s experiences underscore the power of persistence, the value of networking, and creative problem-solving.These lessons are invaluable, whether you're debugging code or striving for personal bests.We hope his story inspires your own Python endeavors.Enjoy the episode and share how Jacob's journey inspires you in our community post.We look forward to your thoughts!Chapters:00:00 Intro snippet + music00:51 Julian intro03:00 Who is04:26 Work experience06:44 Current cybersecurity role10:20 How did you manage to go from 0 experience?14:30 Disagree with your current mindset / improve 1% a day17:30 Wide ranging inspiration / connecting things19:25 Benefit of immersive learning21:30 The importance of networking24:50 Ad segment25:25 Luck vs putting in the effort26:55 Overcoming certain fears29:00 Applying this mindset to other areas in life31:00 Jacob's weight lifting journey35:30 Disagree with yourself to progress37:50 Working with coaches and mitigating injuries41:00 You often only see the successes, not the failures41:50 Being creative getting around hurdles (covid)48:40 Coaching works really well for Python as well50:00 Parting words / piece of advice52:00 Wrap up and outro music---Links:- Reach out to Jacob on LinkedIn- Mentioned article---Transitioning into tech and programming? Check out our PDI coaching program.---To get our weekly developer / mindset emails, sign up for free here💡