Dave Hoover on coding bootcamps and how immersive learning environments are helping to fix the developer talent shortage. Plus: should you learn to code?
Here's what to listen for:
- 0:44 Why are software developers in such short supply?
- 3:01 How do developer boot camps help solve the talent shortage?
- 6:28 How do you onboard junior talent?
- 8:11 Should I go to a coding school?
- 11:45 How long does it take to become proficient as a software developer?
- 15:43 Should I learn how to code as a non-programmer?
- 21:58 How can I overcome a learning "hump"?
- 26:23 What's the mark of a great developer?
- 27:32 How can new developers effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical team members?
- 29:53 Is there such a thing as a "10x engineer"?
- 32:51 What's the best work environment for a recent bootcamp graduate?
- 34:52 How can I support dev bootcamp graduates as an employer?