Simple Programmer Podcast

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt Maybe you hate your current job as a salesman, or accountant and want to become a programmer. You want to work for a cool new tech company and get the nice salaries of a programmer. But... How do you actually find the drive and motivation to change careers and become a programmer? #programming #coding #careerchange I'm gonna do this by asking you a simple question: WHY? Why do you want to become a programmer? Just because it looks fun? Chances are you won't make it then. You must absolutely have a real deep reason why you are doing this. In today's video we are going to discuss how you can shift the sails of your career and become the programmer you've always wanted to be.  

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Agile methodology is the most sought after software development model today. It promotes continuous iterations in development and testing. Agile is about going fast, releasing often, and working toward the real needs of the users. When it comes to businesses where the requirements are unpredictable, agile should be the go-to methodology. The core values of agile development are: Individuals and interactions over processes and tools Working software over comprehensive documentation Customer collaboration over contract negotiation Responding to change over following a plan The key to the agile plan is that it offers flexibility for changes to the product as it continues to develop. However, the most important thing is understanding that agile is an IDEA. And that is what most software companies and teams get wrong. In today's video we are going to talk about agile methodologies and how it r

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   This video is so important for software developers I can't even tell how. Saying no is one of the most important soft skills you can learn in your life in order to advance your career in tech. #tech #techindustry #programming As soon as the urge for embracing the world starts to develop in you and you feel you need to say yes to job, side projects, teachings, etc., that's when your life starts to fly off the rails. In today's video, we are going to discuss why you need to start saying NO if you really want to have a successful career in the tech industry.

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Lots of people dream about getting a job at what they call "THE BIG 5" (Google, Amazon, Facebook, Apple, Netflix, etc.) #google #amazon #workatgoogle Whether it is for their ability to offer high salaries, extravagant perks, or their exciting mission statements, it is clear that top companies like Google and Microsoft have become talent magnets. To put it into perspective, Google alone receives more than two million job applications each year. Working for a top tech company is many people’s dream. However... How do you actually get a job at one of these big companies? is it enough to start applying to all of them hoping to finally get your shot? In today's video I'm going to tell you how you can get a job at Google, Facebook, Netflix, Amazon, Microsoft, Apple or another big company... Hint: it requires a LOT of hard work.

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   I was a kid there was nothing more exciting to me than playing around with the old broken computers and dreaming about building my own computer game. However, things have changed and I quit programming. One of the reasons why I decided to quit programming is the reason why I'll tell you in this video. Software development is definitely a LUCRATIVE field. A lot. And it can really make you lazy and lose ambition in life. There is nothing wrong with taking this path in life, but it's like not waking up from The Matrix. In today's video, I'm going to share why you SHOULDN'T become a software engineer.

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Time and time again, I run into the same mistakes that many programmers make over and over, and they aren't even aware of them. However, there are 3 MISTAKES I consider to be one of the biggest ones developers make in terms of their career, and it might be costing them a solid and strong career. These mistakes are all about career, learning and self-improvement.

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Let me be clear here: most developers don't know a s**t about how to learn programming and improve their careers. This is absolute truth. And I'm not saying this in a mean way, but as a way to alert most of you about something you've been doing wrong for most of your lives. Learning something new requires some strictly techniques in order to maximize your potentials, or, you'll be swimming in circles and you'll most likely to die in the middle of the sea. Just take today's case: a guy that has completed a programming course but know nothing about what they've learned. It just feels like he hasn't completed any course at all. Learning the art of programming can be a bit of a struggle for some. However, knowing some ways for making your learning process faster can be a huge help for you. It can be a manageable task if you follow and implement a few simple steps. In today's video we are goi

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Artificial Intelligence is definitely the next big thing. However, programmers still find it hard to understand what A.I. really is and how they can use that bring their programming career to the next level. AI is a broad topic ranging from simple calculators to self-steering technology to something that might radically change the future. The primary goals of AI include deduction and reasoning, knowledge representation, planning, natural language processing (NLP), learning, perception, and the ability to manipulate and move objects. Long-term goals of AI research include achieving Creativity, Social Intelligence, and General (human level) Intelligence. AI has heavily influenced different sectors that we may not recognize. Ray Kurzweil says “Many thousands of AI applications are deeply embedded in the infrastructure of every industry.” John McCarthy, one of the founders of AI, once said th

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Being humans (unlike the robots some people think we are), programmers are emotional creatures too. Today I would like to discuss with you why you should learn how to control your emotions as a programmer, and some skills you must develop to improve this master skill. First, jobs and tasks that are given to us as programmers (or ones we assign ourselves) often involve high levels of logical thinking and reasoning. Most programming is a purely logical task. We do not want emotions to come and take us off the logical path. When emotions come into play, it can take a decision that should be 100 percent logical and make it part emotional and part logical. In some cases it can be even worse: it can take a fully logical decision and make it fully emotional. Take a look at this example: Bob, the senior engineer, is in charge of building out the payment system for Antonio Inc.’s backend. Hi

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt     A career as a freelancer is the reality for 35% of the United States’ workforce. It is designed for people that desire more freedom, or feel working for an employer limits their ability to be creative. Freelancing is a viable option for programmers interested in earning additional income while employed or starting a full-time business in the future. Both are viable options with a differentiation between active income (working) and passive income (not working to earn income). However, working as a freelance developer might arouse some questions. What programming language should you learn in order to become a successful freelance programmer? Should you learn a specific programming anguage in 2020 to succeed? In the freelance world, there are generalists and specialists. A generalist programmer typically takes on all programming assignments in a variety of industries. The downside to this

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Getting stuck is never fun. Especially when you’re working really hard. And yet, I find that this happens to people preparing for coding interviews all the time. You put in consistent work. You’ve gone through hundreds of practice problems and block out an hour every day to study. And suddenly... You forget everything. Most of the time, it happens during coding interviews because you get anxious. You feel the urge to answer the interviewer right away. But that's not always the best choice. There are ways to buy more time in coding interviews - without looking awkward - that will make a huge difference when it comes to giving the right answer. In today's video I'm going to show you how to buy more time in coding interviews.

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   When you're looking to market yourself as a programmer, you have a lot of different paths to follow and a lot of different techniques to implement. One of them is building an online portfolio. How does an online portfolio work for a programmer? Well, in your online portfolio you should place all of your projects, things you've worked on, etc. However... How much is an online portfolio important? How to build an online portfolio as a newbie developer? Is this type of strategy the one you should be really be focusing to boost your career? What are other alternatives for you to implement that could have a much greater impact on your strategy?  

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   https://simpleprogrammer.com/yt/flowstate How To Get Into Flow State

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   When leaving the workforce, whether it be to raise a child, take a break, or take care of a parent, the employment gap leaves hiring managers with questions. One of their biggest questions: do you still have what it takes to be an integral part of their team? The answer often is yes, but how do you convince the employer to take a chance on an interview and potential career transition? In today's video, we are going to talk about what programmers can do after a long time out of the workforce and how it can help you land your next job!  

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt Many bootcamps claim or imply that you can become a professional developer in three weeks, 12 weeks, or perhaps six months when you take their courses. But most of these 90%+ job placement claims are largely unaudited. After years of helping students get through coding bootcamps, I know exactly their biggest mistakes. You can expect to join a coding bootcamp and leave as a full programmer. You need to put in the work. You need to put in the practice. And this is where most aspiring developers fail. Things, like holding yourself accountable, learning effectively and joining a peer group, are things that can help you in succeeding at a coding bootcamp. If you really want to make the most out of your money after joining a coding bootcamp, then, this is the perfect video for you. I'll give you my 4 best tips after years of helping students succeed and become great programmers after joining

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt Blockchain is one of the hottest skills in tech right now. Don’t believe me? Hired.com’s 2019 State of Software Engineers report that shows that global demand for Blockchain developers is “through the roof”, growing at a rapid rate of 517% year over year! Blockchain developers earn $155,000 per year on average in cities like San Francisco, and you’re more likely to earn higher pay in blockchain compared to other disciplines. There’s even more good news: the blockchain workforce is highly distributed. That means you don’t necessarily have to live an a major tech hub like San Francisco to work for a blockchain business that operates in San Francisco. You can work remotely, which allows you command a “big city salary” while living in an area with a lower cost of living. If you’re willing to work as a freelancer, you open up your earning potential even more. Many skilled developers can cha

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Being a new programmer means getting your word out there, sending your CV to a lot of different companies and hoping you'd get called. However, the good news comes in: You've received two proposals. One for a startup and one for a big company. How do you choose between both? What are the pros and cons of each programming job? Both working for a startup and for a big company have its pros and cons. If you're a newbie developer you might want the excitement of working different hats and working with cutting edge technologies, while, on the other hand, you might want the benefits of a big company like Google, Facebook, Amazon or even Intel. How do you choose which programming job you should take? Is there anything you have to take into consideration?

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Have you ever shifted your mindset as a programmer when it comes to finding a programming job? Picture this: When I was starting out my career, I helped a lot of developers find programming jobs... Some of them, find the wrong ones. Despite you thinking that you just need the money, there is much more into play when it comes to finding a programming job. One of the things I always say to my students is that you should look for a job that gives you fulfillment. You need to ask yourself a few questions in order to really understand what you're getting into. This is why I made a list of 13 questions to ask yourself to really know if you're looking for the programming job of your dreams.

Simple Programmer is now BACK with a brand new YouTube ChannelSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/subscribespyt   Getting a job as a remote programmer is the dream of a lot of programmers. They dream of working from home, having the flexibility to work when they want, how they want, etc... Oh, and I almost forgot! Working from their underwears. So, while this might not be as good as it may seem, today I'm going to show you how you could get a remote job as a programmer. I'm also going to tell you why you only see the low-paying positions and what you should do to avoid it. What are the best strategies for getting a remote job as a programmer? What should you do to get hired for a remote position? In this video I'll unveil everything you need to know in order to succeed as a remote programmer so you can work from home however you want :) How to Create a Blog That Boosts Your Career: