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Ep 307DCR: Step 4 - Internships

In today's episode, we cover the fourth step in the Developer Career Roadmap: Getting an internship or an entry level position in the industry. We announced the Developer Career Roadmap earlier this month with the goal of helping early career stage developers create a solid plan with actionable steps to advance their career. Subscribe if you don't want to miss out on future episodes of Developer Tea!

Oct 28, 201620 min

Ep 306Interview with David Rael (Part 2)

In today's episode, I talk with Dave Rael, host of Developer On Fire. Today's episode mentions quite a few of the episodes on Dave's show, so make sure you go and check it out! All of the mentioned episodes can be found at the following link. List of Developer on Fire Episodes Today's sponsor is Chartio. All of your data in one place. Simply powerful. Start your free trial today at Spec.fm/chartio

Oct 26, 201640 min

Ep 305Interview with Dave Rael (Part 1)

In today's episode, I talk with Dave Rael, host of Developer On Fire. Today's episode mentions quite a few of the episodes on Dave's show, so make sure you go and check it out! All of the mentioned episodes can be found at the following link. List of Developer on Fire Episodes Today's sponsor is Chartio. All of your data in one place. Simply powerful. Start your free trial today at Spec.fm/chartio

Oct 24, 201631 min

Ep 304DCR-Step 3: Skill Set Development (Part 2)

In today's episode, we discuss step three in the Developer Career Roadmap, the never ending learning cycle. Today's sponsor is Chartio. All of your data in one place. Simply powerful. Start your free trial today at Spec.fm/chartio

Oct 21, 201619 min

Ep 303DCR - Step 3: Learning About Companies (Part 1)

In today's episode, we start step 3 of the Developer Career Roadmap. "Learning About Learning" Myth of the Genius Programmer Mythical Man Month Today's episode is sponsored by Hired.com! If you are looking for a job as a developer or a designer and don't know where to start, head over to Hired now! If you get a job through this special link, you'll receive a $2,000 bonus - that's twice the normal bonus provided by Hired. Thanks again to Hired for sponsoring the show!

Oct 19, 201622 min

Ep 302DCR Step Two: Picking a Base Language

In today's episode, we talk about step two in the Developer Career Roadmap: Picking your base programming language. The Developer Career Roadmap is intended to provide guidelines for someone at any point in their career who wants to become a full-time software developer. Today's episode is sponsored by Whiteboard. At Whiteboard, we leverage technology daily to accomplish great vision. Come work with us - send us your resumé and your thoughts at [email protected], and learn more at spec.fm/whiteboard.

Oct 17, 201615 min

Ep 301Dev Career Roadmap, Step One: Create a Time Budget

In today's episode, we talk about step one in the Developer Career Roadmap: budgeting your time. The Developer Career Roadmap is intended to provide guidelines for someone at any point in their career who wants to become a full-time software developer. Today's episode is sponsored by Whiteboard. At Whiteboard, we leverage technology daily to accomplish great vision. Come work with us - send us your resumé and your thoughts at [email protected], and learn more at spec.fm/whiteboard.

Oct 14, 201618 min

Ep 300Announcing Developer Career Roadmap

In today's episode, I am very excited to announce the Developer Career Roadmap! The Developer Career Roadmap is intended to provide guidelines for someone at any point in their career who wants to become a full-time software developer. Today's episode is sponsored by Whiteboard. At Whiteboard, we leverage technology daily to accomplish great vision. Come work with us - send us your resumé and your thoughts at [email protected], and learn more at spec.fm/whiteboard.

Oct 12, 20169 min

Ep 299Getting Over Language Barriers

In today's episode, we talk about language barriers, and how to get over them. We're not talking about native versus non-native languages - instead, we're talking about learning how to name new concepts. I'll give you three specific tips for better handling these kinds of language barriers! Mentioned on today's episode: Kalid Azad's article, "Find an Idea's True Name" Kalid joins me on Developer Tea Creating Effective Metaphors (Developer Tea episode) Click here to leave a review of Developer Tea on iTunes! Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Get root access on super-fast linux cloud servers in just a few minutes! Use the code DeveloperTea20 to get $20 of credit when you sign up.

Oct 10, 201612 min

Ep 298Anti-Advice

Sometimes, what you hear on this podcast is bad advice. In general, we try to provide guide rails for your career, but to get the most out of a general rule, you have to apply it specifically. That's what we talk about in today's episode. Click here to leave a review of Developer Tea on iTunes! Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Get root access on super-fast linux cloud servers in just a few minutes! Use the code DeveloperTea20 to get $20 of credit when you sign up.

Oct 7, 20169 min

Ep 297Listener Question: Kevin asks About College

In today's episode listener Kevin asks about whether he should return to college or not. Click here to leave a review of Developer Tea on iTunes! Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Get root access on super-fast linux cloud servers in just a few minutes! Use the code DeveloperTea20 to get $20 of credit when you sign up.

Oct 5, 201619 min

Ep 296Listener Question: Matt asks, What To Do About Job Boredom?

In today's episode, Matt asks about what to do when he gets bored at his job. Hint: quitting is not always the answer! Click here to leave a review of Developer Tea on iTunes! Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Get root access on super-fast linux cloud servers in just a few minutes! Use the code DeveloperTea20 to get $20 of credit when you sign up.

Oct 3, 201613 min

Ep 295Listener Question: Amanda asks about Building Resumés and Cover Letters

In today's episode, we talk about the do's and don't's of resumés and cover letters thanks to a question from listener Amanda. Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!

Sep 30, 201618 min

Ep 294Listener Question: Abigail asks about Interview Attire

In today's question, Abigail asks about appropriate interview attire! Ask your question at [email protected]. Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!

Sep 28, 201611 min

Ep 293Thinking About Logic Paths

In today's episode, we discuss how logic paths can help you understand how to construct clearer code. Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!

Sep 26, 201612 min

Ep 292Lighter Objects for Better REST Apps

Today's question is about creating better REST applications by making lighter objects. Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! Go and learn more about the fantastic resources we're creating for you daily at Spec.fm. Today's episode is also sponsored by Heap! If you're still using a basic analytics package for your site or application, you're probably missing out. Go to spec.fm/heap to be redirected to Heap’s special landing page where you can see a full feature breakdown.

Sep 23, 201611 min

Ep 291Listener Question: Naren Asks About Realistic Working Hours

In today's episode, I answer a listener question from Naren who wants to know how many hours are realistic for a developer to produce work in a given day. Business Insider article about working over 60 hours per week Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! Go and learn more about the fantastic resources we're creating for you daily at Spec.fm. Today's episode is also sponsored by Heap! If you're still using a basic analytics package for your site or application, you're probably missing out. Go to spec.fm/heap to be redirected to Heap’s special landing page where you can see a full feature breakdown.

Sep 21, 201614 min

Ep 290Listener Question: Lars Asks About How To Work With Difficult Developers

In today's episode I discuss how to deal with a difficult team member, addressing a question from listener Lars. Thanks for the question, Lars! Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! Go and learn more about the fantastic resources we're creating for you daily at Spec.fm. Today's episode is also sponsored by Heap! If you're still using a basic analytics package for your site or application, you're probably missing out. Go to spec.fm/heap to be redirected to Heap’s special landing page where you can see a full feature breakdown.

Sep 19, 201619 min

Ep 289The O-Word

In today's episode, we talk about talking. Specifically, we talk about using the word "obviously", as well as a few other "L-Y" words. Why are words so important? How can word choice affect our thinking and relationships? Thanks to listener Joey for sending in this question!

Sep 16, 20168 min

Ep 288Re-Air: Listener Question: Mujthaba Asks About What To Do When You Don't Know

Note: Today's episode is a re-airing of an episode that came out last week. Tune in Friday for a brand new episode of Developer Tea! In today's episode, we talk about how to handle questions that you don't have good answers to. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Sep 14, 20169 min

Ep 286The Truth About Old Code

In today's episode, we talk about old code. Even though it may seem easier to rip out the old code and replace it entirely, slow down and listen to this episode first! Don't forget to subscribe in whatever podcasting app you use!

Sep 12, 20168 min

Ep 287Picking the Right Side Project

In today's episode, we talk about the aspects that make for a great side project to increase your employability. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Sep 9, 201611 min

Ep 285Listener Question: Mujthaba Asks About What To Do When You Don't Know

In today's episode, we talk about how to handle questions that you don't have good answers to. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Sep 7, 20169 min

Ep 2843 Refactoring Techniques You Can Employ In Under 5 Minutes

In today's episode, we talk about three refactoring techniques, each you can employ in under 5 minutes. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Sep 5, 201616 min

Ep 283Deliberate Practice: Part 2

In today's episode, we're talking specifically about deliberate practice. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Sep 2, 201612 min

Ep 282Deliberate Practice: Part 1

In today's episode, we're talking specifically about deliberate practice. Learning About Learning The Role of Deliberate Practice in the Acquisition of Expert Performance (white paper) Code Kata - A Practice Arena for Becoming a Better Programmer Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!

Aug 31, 201611 min

Ep 281Tips for Students

In today's episode, I talk to those of you who are students starting school this semester. Discussion about the value of school for designers One more thing... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show and share with a student you think will enjoy this episode! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Aug 29, 201613 min

Ep 2803 Things Aspiring Developers Should Be Doing Today

Today's episode is for all aspiring developers, and you can start today. It won't be easy, but it will work. Media Consumption Diet And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Aug 26, 201616 min

Ep 279Digging Up Your Job Description

In today's episode, we talk about digging up your job description - your real job description, not just that list of languages you put on your resumé. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!

Aug 24, 201611 min

Ep 2783 Concrete Ways to Be a Better Co-worker

In today's episode, we talk about 3 simple, concrete ways you can be a better coworker, starting today. Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Aug 22, 20167 min

Ep 277Poison Series: #02 - Indecision

In today's episode, we talk about the importance of overcoming indecision. Poison series, #01: Cynicism Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!

Aug 19, 201616 min

Ep 276Poison Series: #01 - Cynicism

In today's episode, we begin a mini-series on developer poisons. Our first poisonous nemesis is cynicism. We'll talk about ways to effectively combat cynicism. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!

Aug 17, 20169 min

Ep 275My Top Productivity Practice

In today's episode, I talk about my top productivity practice. I'll give you a hint: there's no hacks or tricks in this episode. Just hard work. Pomodoro Technique And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Aug 15, 201610 min

Ep 274Getting Fast First

In today's episode, we talk about the importance of performance (especially as it relates to UI) and how getting fast first can ultimately lead to a cheaper project cost in the end. Be sure to share this episode with someone you think needs to hear it!

Aug 12, 201612 min

Ep 273Finding Invisible Levers

In today's episode, we talk about the concept of "invisible levers", and how you can use the concept to help relieve tension in your projects. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!

Aug 10, 201612 min

Ep 272Listener Question: Daman asks about Part Two

In today's episode, listener Daman asks about what to do next in his career. Thinking Small Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Aug 8, 201621 min

Ep 271Listener Question: Sahar's Second Question On the Show! Sahar asks, "Is it ok to ask for a trial period as a candidate?"

In today's episode, I answer Sahar's question about whether or not it's okay to ask for a trial period as the interviewee. Crafting a Better Interview Process Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Aug 5, 201615 min

Ep 270Simple Machines

In today's episode, we talk about the redirection of misplaced energy through the lens of 7th grade science. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Aug 3, 20169 min

Ep 269Putting Process in its Place

In today's episode, we'll talk about putting process in it's correct place, and problems we can face when we use process incorrectly in our business. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Aug 1, 201614 min

Ep 268Effective Simulations

In today's episode, I discuss the importance of effective simulations for developers. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!

Jul 29, 201612 min

Ep 267Listener Question: Michael Asks About Qualifications for Career Changes

In today's episode I answer listener Michael's question about being qualified to jump career tracks. Developer Tea episode about making smaller things Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!

Jul 27, 201612 min

Ep 266The Business of Good Code

In today's episode, we talk about some of the characteristics of good code, and why it's so important for businesses to invest in good code. Developer Tea episode on Single Responsibility Principle Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!

Jul 25, 201612 min

Ep 265Listener Question: Brett Asks About How to Identify When You're Being Set Up For Failure

In today's episode, listener Brett asks about what you should do when someone sets you up for failure. Today's episode is brought to you by Spec.fm, where designers and developers gather to level up in their careers. If you're interested in sharing your message with thousands of talented designers, developers, and entrepreneurs at the top of their field, head over to spec.fm/sponsors today!

Jul 22, 201615 min

Ep 264Working on Saturdays

In today's episode, I answer yet another question from Reddit about working overtime. Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! If you are interested in having your message in front of thousands of developers and designers, head over to spec.fm/sponsors to learn more today!

Jul 20, 201615 min

Ep 263Reddit CS Career Questions

In today's episode, I'm answering a few random questions from Reddit's r/cscareerquestions subreddit. Questions from Reddit: Guy who can't code About to head off to College for CS - am I screwed if I don't have any experience yet? Today's episode is sponsored by Rigor! Head over to http://spec.fm/rigor to get a kickoff call scheduled today.

Jul 18, 201615 min

Ep 262Listener Question: Am I Too Old for a Career in Tech?

In today's episode, I answer Utsha and Kim's questions about whether or not they are too old for a career in the tech industry. Mentioned: FourBarrelCoffee.com Today's episode is sponsored by WooCommerce! WooCommerce is customizable eCommerce built on WordPress, and is powering 30% of all online stores. Use the code "developertea" to get 25% off at WooCommerce.com now!

Jul 14, 201614 min

Ep 261Two Common Questions from Early Career Developers

In today's episode, we'll talk about two common questions from early-career developers. Today's episode is sponsored by WooCommerce! WooCommerce is customizable eCommerce built on WordPress, and is powering 30% of all online stores. Use the code "developertea" to get 25% off at WooCommerce.com now! And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Jul 13, 201619 min

Ep 260Three Habits of Great Learners

In today's episode, I talk about three habits of great learners that you can adopt into your own habit system today. Rubber Duck Debugging Lifehacker article about memory champions "Learning about learning" "Learning like children through play" Today's episode is sponsored by WooCommerce! WooCommerce is customizable eCommerce built on WordPress, and is powering 30% of all online stores. Use the code "developertea" to get 25% off at WooCommerce.com now!

Jul 11, 201620 min

Ep 259Listener Question: Marc Asks About Testing Private Methods

In today's episode, I answer a few questions from listener Marc about testing. "Should I test private methods or only public ones?" (Stackoverflow) God Object (Wikipedia) Sandi Metz's Rules for Developers "All the little things" - talk from Sandi Metz about small classes Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Jul 8, 201623 min

Ep 258Part 2: Interview with Rita Rovira

In today's episode I talk with Rita Rovira, who has been in the business of hiring developers for most of her career. Part 1 with Rita Rovira Codecademy Wyncode Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.

Jul 7, 201645 min