I brought on the CEO of Rithm School to have a candid conversation about the entry-level dev market; the coding bootcamp industry; and how Rithm School has adapted to it. To be honest, the transparency was refreshing.---------------------------

My Imposter Syndrome That I faced As a Developer

7 days ago 26m 30s

This is a heart-to-heart conversation with you about imposter syndrome - exposing all of my insecurities as a developer!---------------------------------------------------🤝 Join our junior friendly developer community:https://discord.gg/donthe

I Feel Lost as a Content Creator...

14 days ago 23m 10s

I don't know if I'm having a content blocker or I'm burned out creating developer content, but I feel lost and overwhelmed with deciding what direction to take this channel in. I wanted to share that with you. Why? Not really sure yet.---------

Is General Assembly Silencing Some Students Who Had a Bad Experience?

Nov 6th, 2023 46m 29s

Colby, a previous student of General Assembly, reached out to me concerning an incident that happened at GA, which really concerns me. Even worse, it sounds like several potential negative reviews of that experience were legally silenced if the

How To Land Your First Backend Developer Job

Oct 30th, 2023 53m 49s

Do you like backend web development more than frontend? Have you been lied to about how entry-level backend developer jobs don't exist? I brought on Lane, a backend developer with a ton of experience in the industry, to break down why you're mo

How to Network and Stand Out as an Aspiring Developer

Oct 16th, 2023 25m 28s

Struggling to find your place in the oversaturated software development job market? You're not alone. I brought on Nevin, an aspiring front-end developer, who shares his journey of navigating the tricky paths of job hunting. I'm hoping the advi

Springboard Coding Bootcamp Review in 2023

Oct 9th, 2023 1h 8m

I brought on 3 Springboard graduates to share their honest thoughts about the software engineering program. If you're considering Springboard in 2023 or even 2024, watch this first.Eric Doering (guest):Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eri

Trying To Become a Developer in Your 30s. So Little Time Available...

Oct 2nd, 2023 26m 37s

After my last podcast episode with a mother trying to make it into tech, we ended up having a raw and open conversation about trying to become a developer in your 30s, habits, vulnerabilities, motivation, parenthood, and plenty of other things

Becoming a Developer as a Mother With Another Newborn on The Way

Sep 18th, 2023 34m 25s

Ever wonder how you can navigate the journey to becoming a developer, especially while juggling parenthood? Meet Jessa, a moderator in our community who is a stay-at-home mom with aspirations of entering the coding world. Amid diaper changes an

BrainStation Review in 2023

Sep 10th, 2023 52m 33s

I invited on 4 graduates from the coding bootcamp, BrainStation, to share their experiences with the program - good and bad. Enjoy!Sorry for the low quality. I used Riverside to record 3 episodes - all of which had audio or video issues. I ende

How To Become A Cloud Engineer

Sep 5th, 2023 56m 3s

The world of cloud development can be intimidating for newcomers. Yet, understanding this realm opens up numerous opportunities for career growth and advancement.Fayomi, a seasoned veteran of the cloud industry, guided us through the intricacie

Nucamp CEO Responds To My Review of His Coding Bootcamp

Aug 28th, 2023 1h 10m

I previously invited on 3 graduates of Nucamp to review the coding bootcamp. For this episode, I invited on Ludo, the CEO of Nucamp to share his thoughts on the review and provide some behind-the-scenes insight on things that were brought up du

Entry-level JavaScript Mock Interview

Aug 21st, 2023 1h 20m

Curious about what a mock technical interview could look like for an aspiring JavaScript developer? I invited on Matt (with an extensive background interviewing junior developers and also prepping them for interviews) to conduct the interview w

Should You Even Consider a Free Developer Internship (As an Aspiring Developer)

Aug 14th, 2023 18m 30s

In the current tech industry, the job market for developers is highly competitive. A potential solution to this saturation is internships, particularly free ones. However, this concept of free internships has always sparked a debate, with some

App Academy Review (2023)

Aug 7th, 2023 1h 11m

Are you considering signing up for the coding bootcamp, App Academy in 2023? I invited on 3 graduates from the program to share their REAL experiences - no BS. Enjoy!Guests:Max Fong - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfong415Jason Greenberg - https:

Join Our Webdev Mini-hackathon On July 31st!

Jul 26th, 2023 2m 18s

I’m going to be hosting another 4-week mini-hackathon, starting July 31st!If you're aiming for your first developer job but struggling to commit to starting a project, and want a community and accountability as you push through it, this is for

Nucamp Coding Bootcamp Review 2023 (Full Stack, Fundamentals, Backend)

Jul 24th, 2023 53m 45s

Are you considering signing up to the coding bootcamp, Nucamp? Our guests - recent graduates of Nucamp, candidly share their experiences, discussing the highs and lows, what works and what could be better. This conversation is packed with inval

What Does A Startup Founder Look For When Hiring Web Developers?

Jul 10th, 2023 49m 33s

I brought on Surya, the technical founder of Argonaut. In his experience, he's seen that user-centered developers are not just a bonus, but a necessity to create a successful product, and we dove deep into this part of the conversation to show

Feeling Overwhelmed With Learning Data Structures And Algorithms? (Here's Some Advice)

Jun 27th, 2023 54m 46s

Do you find the journey of learning data structures and algorithms intimidating? It doesn't have to be! Matt, an experienced software engineer trainer, shared tons of great advice on how beginners can start to navigate through these types of ch

What Frontend Portfolio Project Should I Build To Land a Developer Job? (+ Networking Advice)

Jun 12th, 2023 27m 38s

Have you ever wondered what frontend portfolio project you should build to really stand out as a new developer? It's a question I get asked A LOT. The answer I gave might not be the one you're expecting, but it's one you need to hear.We also ta

The Self-taught Developer Mindset That Will Guarantee Failure

May 30th, 2023 27m 26s

What's the secret to becoming a successful self-taught web developer? How can setting tangible goals and assessing educational options help you land your dream job? Join us as we discuss these crucial questions with our insightful guest who sha

"I Thought ChatGPT Was Going To Take My Developer Job"

May 16th, 2023 44m 38s

I invited on a software engineer, Byron, who had fears that ChatGPT may take his job. Many professional and aspiring developers have feared this since ChatGPT gained popularity. The fears aren't unwarranted - many developers and content creator

Epicodus Review

Apr 25th, 2023 1h 26m

I invited on 3 real graduates from Epicodus to review the coding bootcamp. As usual, my stance was to be critical to get past the marketing fluff and equip you with information to help with making a much more informed decision on whether or not

Aspiring Developers, You MUST NOT Let Up During The Job Search

Apr 18th, 2023 31m 21s

In this eye-opening episode, I dive deep into the crucial role of focus, follow-through, and self-discipline for aspiring developers. Join me as I discuss with Dillon Hess the dangers of depending too much on inspiration and how it can impede p

Struggling To Learn Data Structures And Algorithms? Maybe You Shouldn't (Yet)

Apr 4th, 2023 21m 15s

Are you an aspiring web developer struggling to learn data structures and algorithms, wondering if you're focusing on the right things at the right time? In this candid conversation with an aspiring developer, we discussed why you might not nee