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Public speaking is a skill I believe everyone should develop. It does not mean that you'll talk in front of big audiences but, from time to time, you'll need to develop presentations at work, school, college, etc. I see a lot of developers asking me about how they can develop their public speaking skills. Is it easy? Are there any techniques you can use to get better at public speaking? Watch this video and find out! 5 Soft Skills Every Developer Should Know: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVC3DQvAAIA&index=2&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP Toastmasters.org: http://simpleprogrammer.com/toastmasters John Sonmez Pluralsight Courses: https://simpleprogrammer.com/pluralsight Overcoming Fears Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTjStOvYKYM Trip To China: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4VxYMXa01def1HOeF4Ouf5x

So, I receive a lot of emails from people telling me that they want to get into the programming industry and they are completely lost about where to start. As you know, there are a lot of different ways to get into this industry and you should follow the ones that will suit your overall lifestyle better. However, what do you do when you're a slave to the system but you still want to get into the programming industry? Is there an easier way to get there and become a programmer? What If You Don't Get The Results You Want?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLlFmK9BpvU

So, recently I was watching a race where I saw a lot of fat people running there... OK OK... Before we continue, I don't want to tell anyone what to do and I don't want to make jokes out of this, because this is not the point. My point is doing things that you don't deserve just for the sake of achieving something that will remain empty for you. So... What do you do in a situation like that? Should we do things that we don't deserve? Watch this video and find out! Trust The Process Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4Vy90hwBvSI06r7plMHNcss Why You Don't Want To Win The Lottery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nsl2bfSpOs

So, this is another one of that "john just screwed up again C'MON!" videos... In this video, I'm going to talk about how we are all susceptible to our own bullshit. As you know, I talk a lot about failures and how you should not fly off the rails, etc etc... Well, this is exactly what happened to me these last few days. In this video I'm going to tell how this experience changed me, affected my ego and my pride and how we can adopt a healthier mindset to avoid these things. Why I Fast Until 5 Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAScRmlcHaE&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4Udukw8doaU2aWS7s5sFPpq&index=2 Creating Justifications For Your Mistakes... NO!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqO8lEztRegWe Are All Susceptible To Our Own Bullshit

So, Chris sent me a question asking basically this: "Is a degree acquired in one country worth more than a degree acquired in another country?" This is something I've been wondering to answer but I never felt ready to do it. However, this is something it should be discussed because there is still doubt from people about that subject. So... What do you think?

So, a lot of you guys requested a Top 10 Ruby Books and well... There you have it! Lately, I've been doing a lot of different Top Books on my channel. I figured it is an awesome way of providing a good way to start for those who want to learn new programming languages or even for those people that want to study more about a specific language. So, in this video I'll give you my Top 10 Ruby Books. This will be an awesome resource for those who want to learn Ruby, especially nowadays if a lot of information overload. Having focus and knowing where you want to go will definitely make a big difference on how fast you'll learn Ruby. Ruby is a general purpose programming language created in the 1990s by Yukihiro "Matz" Matsumoto. It's also one of the best languages to start with when you're first learning to code. The general purpose nature of Ruby makes it suitable for a wide array of programming tasks, just like Perl, Python and other general purpose languages. The key features of Ruby focus on developer "happiness" and ease of use, making it a good language for those just learning to program and for those who want to get more done with less code. It's pervasive object-oriented features also make it very intuitive. So... Do you want to learn Ruby? Here are the Top 10 Books you should be aware. Beginning Ruby: https://simpleprogrammer.com/beginningruby The Well-Grounded Rubyist: https://simpleprogrammer.com/wellgroundedrubyist Programming Ruby 1.9 & 2.0: The Pragmatic Programmers' Guide: https://simpleprogrammer.com/pragmaticruby Ruby Cookbook: Recipes for Object-Oriented Scripting: https://simpleprogrammer.com/rubycookbook Effective Ruby: 48 Specific Ways to Write Better Ruby: https://simpleprogrammer.com/effectiveuby Metaprogramming Ruby 2: Program Like the Ruby Pros: https://simpleprogrammer.com/metaprogrammingruby Eloquent Ruby (Addison-Wesley Professional Ruby): https://simpleprogrammer.com/eloquentruby Clean Ruby: https://simpleprogrammer.com/cleanruby Agile Web Development with Rails 5: https://simpleprogrammer.com/agilewebrails5 Learn Ruby the Hard Way: https://simpleprogrammer.com/rubyhardway Top 10 C++ Books (Beginner & Advanced): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXFBJkTCabA&index=6&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XoA9VdooMPPiDFsckl1d_2

So, a lot of you think I'm a beast. You guys think that I have it all figured out and that I was only able to advance my career due to "knowing it all"... However, you're definitely wrong. Just like you, I had to figure a lot of things out and if I knew some of the stuff I'm sharing with you guys back then, I would definitely be in a completely different stage of my career... So... Do you wanna know what I wish I knew when I started my career as a developer? Watch this video and find out!

If you know me, you've seen me talking about side projects and why I believe every person should have a side project. However, creating and maintaining a side project is not always easy. There are a lot of things that you need to take into consideration before choosing the right side project for you. Sometimes, we don't know if the side project we're investing will get any return for us. So... How do you know if a side project is worth it? Watch this video and find out! BUY SIMPLE PROGRAMMER'S SHIRT: https://simpleprogrammer.com/spstore How To Market Yourself As A Software Developer: http://simpleprogrammer.com/howtomarketyourself FREE Blogging Course: http://simpleprogrammer.com/blog-course Technical Skills Vs. Personal Branding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBDPaTX4kE8

So, technology does change fast and we all know that, right? Us, software developers must learn how to deal with this and there is nowhere to run. However, I must admit that there are some technologies that does change more rapidly than others, especially when it comes to structure, frameworks, usability, etc... So... Is it viable to specialize in a technology that will drastically change in 1-2 years? Wouldn't it be better to go the safe route and pick a more solid one? Watch this video and find out! Antifragile: https://simpleprogrammer.com/antifragile FREE Blogging Course: http://simpleprogrammer.com/blog-course

There are some developers that want to go down the road of investing and they invest their times trying to figure out what are the best investments for their specific situations... Of course, every investment you choose will have pros and cons, no matter how much you try to reduce the cons. This is why, every choice that you make needs to be in alignment with your current situation. In this video, I'll talk, specifically, about the differences between investing in Real Estate and creating an Online Business... Which one should you choose? Join Simple Programmer's Community: https://www.patreon.com/simpleprogrammer Real Estate Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4VWM_cpbXXYIYSaLjiTdtA- Your Setpoints Determine Your Success: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsXFENfoM18 The Millionaire Fastlane: https://simpleprogrammer.com/millionaire-fastlane Simple Real Estate Investment For Software Developers: https://simpleprogrammer.com/products/simple-real-estate/

Recently I received a very interesting question from a viewer of this channel. In that question, he said that he viewed me as a perfectionist and that I treated myself quite rough. He asked then if I did this to other people as well. In fact, I must confess that I did that for some time during my life. I couldn't cope but to expect people to be like me, to act like me and to accomplish the same things as I was. However, it changed... And now I don't think like this anymore. Wanna know what changed and why you should not expect people to be like you? Watch this video and find out! I'm Addicted To Pornography & Masturbation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxmkzGEc02U&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WvCoCir3GAyWSlUjFH1T2u&index=2 How To Motivate Your Girlfriend To Take Action?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cujrEcDb-es&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WvCoCir3GAyWSlUjFH1T2u&index=27 Don't Allow People To Claim Ownership Over Your Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOjCNkMBNRM&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP&index=60 Boundaries: https://simpleprogrammer.com/boundariesbook Contradictions Of Life & Letting Things Go: Date With Destiny Seminar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FO5lPIEihs

Investment can be tricky and if you don't follow the right advice you can make really bad decisions. In this video, I'll talk about the difference between paying your school loans or investing that money. While some people would say that this answer is written in stone, I must disagree. In this video, I'll tell you how you should proceed in situations like these and why it is important to always evaluate all of your options. Real Estate Investing For Software Developers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4VWM_cpbXXYIYSaLjiTdtA- Simple Real Estate Investing For Software Developers: https://simpleprogrammer.com/products/simple-real-estate/

Today I have a special webinar for you. I partnered up with Ari Lamstein to talk about my career moves and how I became a successful developer. In that talk, we've discussed how software developers can take charge of their careers and build a brilliant future. The road might not be easy but with the right amount of effort and strategy you can definitely stand yourself from the crowd. The good thing is that Ari did everything I told and he changed his career completely. So, do you wanna know what can you do in order to become a successful developer? Watch this video and find out!

All software developers want to earn more money based on the work they do. Most of us, whether you like it or not, are driven by money and it plays a critical role in most of the choices we make. So, if you're a software developer, you've probably wondered several times how you can increase your salary, being a software developer. Of course there are several ways of doing this and it is just impossible to talk about all of them here. The first thing you should do is know your salary range, the area of technology, the job title, and the geographic location of the job you are applying for. You are not going to have perfect data on this, but before you go into any kind of salary negotiations or evaluate a job offer, you should at least have a pretty good idea of the range whatever company you are applying for usually pays someone in an equivalent title or position. However, there is a lot more to that than you know, and that is the part that most software developers end up neglecting: Marketing. Wanna know how to increase your salary as a software developer? Watch this video and find out! How To Market Yourself Course: http://simpleprogrammer.com/howtomarketyourself

So, as you all now, I am a millionaire. And I don't say it to brag myself, far from it. I tell it to inspire people that if I was able to to do, you'll also be able to do the same thing. So, recently I've received a question from a guy asking me what it was like when I made a million dollars and if I could share my story with you. So, in this video, I'll share everything about my road to my million dollars, how it felt, what it can teach you and how you can do the same. GET ACCESS TO SIMPLE PROGRAMMER'S COMMUNITY: https://www.patreon.com/simpleprogrammer How Everyone Thinks They'll Become Rich Someday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3tnvI6IudY Career Story Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4UR55IrHNC7xSzOG0CA3AaJ Real Estate Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4VWM_cpbXXYIYSaLjiTdtA- How To Market Yourself As A Software Developer: http://simpleprogrammer.com/howtomarketyourself Do You Really Bill $300 An Hour?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1Ct3fb5BU8 John Sonmez Pluralsight Courses: https://simpleprogrammer.com/pluralsight When You Can't Handle Freedom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmQVTKjytHQ How To Find Your Life Purpose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwMaXlArmyY

Getting an internship is the option that some software developers have to learn and get experience in a real world environment where you'll get to see how software development really works (well, kind of) If you are just starting out, one of the best and easiest ways to get a job is through an internship. This is especially true if you are trying to get a job with a big technology company like Microsoft, Google, Facebook, or Apple. Many large technology companies only hire experienced software developers or interns. Internships provide a unique opportunity for a company to evaluate a potential employee before they hire them. However... Is it possible to believe that you will get an internship without knowing NOTHING about programming? Watch this video and find out! Focus On Being Crappy In Order To Become Great: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqTh1DQX4E4

So, recently I've been playing around with my daughter and she started selling cookies. As a father, I could've helped her but instead, I decided it was time for me to step back and watch her. And I must confess that the lessons I've learned with her are simply priceless. Watching her has made me realize some things I was doing wrong and some new techniques that really worked with her and that are so simple that I could start implementing in my life and sales pitching now. Wanna know what I've learned? Watch this video and find out! Attracting Women & Becoming A Better Man Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WvCoCir3GAyWSlUjFH1T2u

So, a little while ago I released my 2017 channel trailer which a LOT of people ended up feeling motivated and asking me a lot of questions about it. In this video, I received a very interesting which I thought I should answer in this channel: "FocusMrbjarke Can you do a video on what made you decide to be a fucking bulldog and how you did it?" So, here it is! In this video I'll share with you why I said that and how I became a "fucking bulldog", which changed my life completely, especially when it comes to achieving my goals and changing my life. Simple Programmer 2017 Channel Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dI_-dBl0FVI How Everyone Thinks They'll Become Rich Someday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3tnvI6IudY I'm 21 And I've Never Had A Girlfriend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEaRBYF7SrM&index=1&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WvCoCir3GAyWSlUjFH1T2u Want To Accomplish Your Goals? Become A Finisher: https://simpleprogrammer.com/2014/12/29/want-accomplish-goals-become-finisher/ Tim Ferriss: Smart Guy Or Scam?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSYtTH2raGo Antifragile Book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDknF04hSvM

Programming is HARD, right? At least this is what some programmers think. Today I've received a question from a reader telling me that he felt that programming was hard and he felt unmotivated. He couldn't learn and he spent all day at home watching TV and etc... He couldn't just get his life ahead and go on with his projects. So... How do we get around this? How do you find motivation so that you become a software developer? Watch this video and find out! Motivation For Software Developers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XKwmjz0ty7lM1C87bDRwl0 The War Of Art: https://simpleprogrammer.com/warofart STOP Comparing Yourself To Others: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TwKSoCFZdw

Whether you're choosing a language-specific or platform-oriented credential, it's worth looking at my top five programming certifications for software developers. I've talked several times before about attending to coding boot camps, doing nanodegrees but I've never actually talked about the best online programming certifications that are out there. Nowadays, the entire programming workforce is changing so much and there are A LOT more options for those who want to become developers that, if you really want that, you should consider all possibilities. Developer and programming skills are in high demand, and this isn't changing anytime soon. This is why achieving a developer certification can help you keep an edge in the market by making you stand out among your peers. And the programs are getting stronger each day, especially with those online certifications. So... What are the top 5 online programming certifications? Should I Focus On Getting Certifications?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LAzOBhIfPE Developer Bootcamps Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XuAj7ZQay-5sFyY8Kf_WT6 Udacity: http://simpleprogrammer.com/udacititycertification Coursera: https://simpleprogrammer.com/courseracertification Bloc.io: https://simpleprogrammer.com/bloccertifications UC Berkeley Extension: https://simpleprogrammer.com/ucberkeley Thinkful: https://simpleprogrammer.com/thinkfulcertification

Most software developers want to work in the US. Software Development is definitely a field that is on fire and it is not showing any signs of slowing down anytime soon. Each day a new field just appears, new companies rise, new technologies emerge and the field changes itself rapidly. The US is definitely the home of some of the big companies out there, and the innovation we see in the Silicon Valley is a HUGE thing. This is why so many software developers want to work in the US... However... How could that be possible? What are the options for you, as a foreign developer, to work in the US? And most of all... What are the easiest/most effective ways? Watch this video and find out! SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL: vid.io/xokz SUPPORT THIS YOUTUBE CHANNEL: vid.io/xokw Visit: http://simpleprogrammer.com/

Have you ever wondered what are the best books to learn Python? "Python is an interpreted, object-oriented, high-level programming language with dynamic semantics. Its high-level built in data structures, combined with dynamic typing and dynamic binding, make it very attractive for Rapid Application Development, as well as for use as a scripting or glue language to connect existing components together. Python's simple, easy to learn syntax emphasizes readability and therefore reduces the cost of program maintenance. Python supports modules and packages, which encourages program modularity and code reuse. The Python interpreter and the extensive standard library are available in source or binary form without charge for all major platforms, and can be freely distributed. Often, programmers fall in love with Python because of the increased productivity it provides. Since there is no compilation step, the edit-test-debug cycle is incredibly fast. Debugging Python programs is easy: a bug or bad input will never cause a segmentation fault. Instead, when the interpreter discovers an error, it raises an exception. When the program doesn't catch the exception, the interpreter prints a stack trace. A source level debugger allows inspection of local and global variables, evaluation of arbitrary expressions, setting breakpoints, stepping through the code a line at a time, and so on. The debugger is written in Python itself, testifying to Python's introspective power. On the other hand, often the quickest way to debug a program is to add a few print statements to the source: the fast edit-test-debug cycle makes this simple approach very effective." (Source: https://www.python.org/doc/essays/blurb/) I've programmed in Python before and I must say I love Python! In this video I'll list the top 10 books if you're serious about learning python, whether you're a beginner and or advanced (even a kid! lol) Learn Python The Hard Way: http://simpleprogrammer.com/learnpythonhard Think Python: How to Think Like a Computer Scientist: http://simpleprogrammer.com/thinkpython Dive Into Python 3: http://simpleprogrammer.com/diveintopython Core Python Programming: http://simpleprogrammer.com/corepython The Quick Python Book: http://simpleprogrammer.com/thequickpythonbook Beginning Python: From Novice to Professional: http://simpleprogrammer.com/beginningpython Hello World!: Computer Programming for Kids and Other Beginners: http://simpleprogrammer.com/programmingforkids Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner: http://simpleprogrammer.com/pythonabsolutebeginner Python Essential Reference: http://simpleprogrammer.com/pythonessentialreference Python Cookbook: https://simpleprogrammer.com/pythoncookbook Violent Python: http://simpleprogrammer.com/violentpython Top Programming Books Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XoA9VdooMPPiDFsckl1d_2 Trust The Process T-Shirt: https://simpleprogrammer.com/spstore

A lot of developers feel like they don't know enough. They want to know if their skills are good enough before they take on any opportunity and any new jobs. I see a lot of developers suffering from this. They never feel ready, they end up spending A LOT of time studying and getting ready before jumping into any new opportunities. They often ask me: John, how can I measure my programming skills? Is there a way to know if I'm skilled enough for the job? In this video, I'll tell you how you can measure your programming skills and know if you're ready to take on your next developer opportunity. How Lying To Yourself Will Destroy Your Life And Career: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pw7SvbShLdI&index=21&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP Real Estate Investment For Software Developers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4VWM_cpbXXYIYSaLjiTdtA-

So, as I like to say, I tend to buy some books just by reading its name. And this is exactly what happened with "What Doesn't Kill Us". What a freaking awesome name! And what an AWESOME book! I must say I was surprised by it. Here is the book description, extracted from Amazon: "Our ancestors crossed deserts, mountains, and oceans without even a whisper of what anyone today might consider modern technology. Those feats of endurance now seem impossible in an age where we take comfort for granted. But what if we could regain some of our lost evolutionary strength by simulating the environmental conditions of our forebears? Investigative journalist and anthropologist Scott Carney takes up the challenge to find out: Can we hack our bodies and use the environment to stimulate our inner biology? Helping him in his search for the answers is Dutch fitness guru Wim Hof, whose ability to control his body temperature in extreme cold has sparked a whirlwind of scientific study. Carney also enlists input from an Army scientist, a world-famous surfer, the founders of an obstacle course race movement, and ordinary people who have documented how they have cured autoimmune diseases, lost weight, and reversed diabetes. In the process, he chronicles his own transformational journey as he pushes his body and mind to the edge of endurance, a quest that culminates in a record-bending, 28-hour climb to the snowy peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro wearing nothing but a pair of running shorts and sneakers. An ambitious blend of investigative reporting and participatory journalism, What Doesn't Kill Us explores the true connection between the mind and the body and reveals the science that allows us to push past our perceived limitations." Wanna know more about this awesome book? What Doesn't Kill Us: https://simpleprogrammer.com/whatdoesntkillus Grit Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/gritbook AntiFragile Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/antifragile

So, as you probably know, I believe that "Trusting The Process" is one of the best motivational mantras you can use in your life. Believing in Trusting The Process will make you focus in your goal, without worrying about results and making you like a beast when it comes to achieving any goals you might have. In this video, I'll share an awesome success story I've received that will definitely inspire you to achieve your dreams and to "Trust The Process". Please, STOP Watching My Videos!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gstkex4oak&index=69&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XPMBDfK_VvrCBbMa5G0Uyx Soft Skills Book: http://simpleprogrammer.com/softskills

How do you learn two things at once? This is exactly what we're going to discuss in this video. Today, I've received a question from a reader asking me how he should learn web and iOS development at the same time. Although this is a good topic, I couldn't help but answer that this is such a question for anyone who is splitting focus and trying to learn a lot of things at once. As I've talked before, this is not the best strategy for learning anything but, if you really wanna do it, there are some things you can do in order to maximize your results.

If you're a software developer I doubt you'll ever be able to learn everything that software developer has to offer. Every day new programming languages come out, technology changes and the process is updated. All this amount of information makes it impossible for developers to actually learn everything they want. That's why they have to choose, and filtering information nowadays is gold. "In computer programming, a software framework is an abstraction in which software providing generic functionality can be selectively changed by additional user-written code, thus providing application-specific software. A software framework is a universal, reusable software environment that provides particular functionality as part of a larger software platform to facilitate development of software applications, products and solutions. Software frameworks may include support programs, compilers, code libraries, tool sets, and application programming interfaces (APIs) that bring together all the different components to enable development of a project or system." (Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Software_framework) While there are A LOT of frameworks nowadays, how do you know which ones to choose? 5 Learning Mistakes Developers Make: http://simpleprogrammer.com/lp/5-learning-mistakes-1/ John Sonmez Pluralsight Courses: https://simpleprogrammer.com/pluralsight How It Feels To Learn JavaScript In 2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ss10re-tjwo&index=4&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WTWAS94RWgVlQuR8pFgDFu Antifragile Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/antifragile

How to Become A Developer Coming From A Complete Different Field? Picture this: you work at the oil industry but the crisis has come and there are literally no more jobs in the industry you work. You start searching for the next big thing and you start to fall in love with software development. Now, you want to become a developer because you've seen the amazing opportunities it can bring to your overall life and career, but... How do you do it? How do you make the transition into software development from such a different industry?

Focusing can be difficult and we all know that. More and more, people are getting trouble to focus on their daily tasks and this is something that literally can kill your productivity. What most people don't know is that there are ways in which you can organize your daily tasks in order to get the most out of your productivity. There are simple techniques which you can start implementing right now that will make your productivity grow. How I Plan My Week:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9k0OhJkjQ0 So Good They Can't Ignore You: https://simpleprogrammer.com/sogoodcantignore

Writing code can be a tricky thing, especially when you start practicing it. Most developers end up reading a lot of books, acquiring a LOT of theoretical knowledge but when it comes to writing the actual code, they get stuck. And this is why I get so many different questions about that subject. Developers from all around the world ask me "John, how can I gain practical experience writing code?" SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL: vid.io/xokz SUPPORT THIS YOUTUBE CHANNEL: vid.io/xokw Visit: http://simpleprogrammer.com/

There are times when we need to set limits, especially when it comes to work. Since I've become an entrepreneur, I've started to work a lot... And what I mean by a lot is... A LOT. Due to that, I always try to adjust my schedule to make sure I get my work done but also take some time for me and my family. And we all know that work can be consuming and if we don't set a proper limit, it will make us go mad, literally making a never stop thing. Keeping A Life Journal: Why You Should Do It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVTzHfJJmt8

There's an old saying "There are no problems only opportunities." Too often we focus on problems and fail to see opportunities right in front of us. When you focus on your problems when you only think of what is wrong you will only see problems and fail to see opportunities and creative solutions. Most of us get really pissed when we face some problems. In this video, I'm going to tell you a quick story about what happened to me last week when I was supposed to hit the gym and how I decided to not give up and, instead, figured out a way to turn the problem around. Wanna know more? How You Live One Day Is How You Live Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udLzJd2uZVs&index=1&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WlPk3TAMcC2NfiKY26I28O Why You Shouldn't Play The Victim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRmNtlV4sOA Boundaries: https://simpleprogrammer.com/boundariesbook

A lot of software developers like to make things complicated. They get something that could be simple and easy and, due to what most people tell on the internet, make it complicated. Software should be simple. Said that, it's easy to understand why so many developers have a hard time building software from scratch. In their minds, it's a totally complex and difficult thing and they get completely stuck in the middle of the process. So, the question is... How do you build software from scratch? Clean Code Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/CleanCodeBook

"The term programming logic has its roots in the advancement of computer science. Programming logic started only with 'hard and fast logic' compiled into sophisticated algorithms and expressed in programming languages like Prolog. Basic computers developed ways to deal with numbers and logical states, applying specific operators that lead to precise results." (Source: https://www.techopedia.com/definition/3945/programming-logic) in this video, I've received a question from a reader asking how he could become better at programming logic and this is kind of a recurrent question I get almost every day. So, how do you get better at programming logic? CHECK OUT HIRED.COM: http://simpleprogrammer.com/hiredsp BUT NEW SP T-SHIRT: https://simpleprogrammer.com/spstore 10 Steps To Learn Anything Quickly Course: http://simpleprogrammer.com/10stepstolearn How Do I Learn C++?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXr2gRk8nco&index=2&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WTWAS94RWgVlQuR8pFgDFu Learning Algorithms Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4VrJQgBAEEIXWVcO_9ePsJQ

Criticizing is something that we are all familiar with, right? At some point in our lives, we've been criticized and we've criticized too. However, we should bring up the point of whether criticizing is a good thing or not. There are points to both sides that both say that criticizing is a good thing and some saying that it doesn't help anything. So... Where do I stand in all of this? How do we know if we should criticize people/things or just let them go? How To Win Friends And Influence People: https://simpleprogrammer.com/howtowin The 48 Laws Of Power: https://simpleprogrammer.com/48lawspower I Don't Want To Be A One Hit Wonder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhZutg3vYZY Accept Criticism But Don't Give It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqqWmyCDUGM Don't Take Feedbacks... At All!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6r-FZrX0MM

There are times in our lives when we are able to do some freaking hard and successful things. This is great because these accomplishments stay with us for the rest of our lives, showing us how we are strong and how we can accomplish anything once we set the intention to. However, this can also be a dangerous trap, if we don't know how to handle it. There are times when we must feel the obligation to top ourselves every time. While this can be beneficial in some situations, it can also create a standard that we might not be able to achieve. So, what do you do in situations like these? Get My NEW BOOK For FREE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/career-guide-yt All The Books I Read In 2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haSer5FAy_s&index=5&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4W7aRN5cCCZ90AIDYoLpqVa Soft Skills Book: http://simpleprogrammer.com/softskills Bird By Bird Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/birdbybird John Sonmez Pluralsight Courses: https://simpleprogrammer.com/pluralsight

When Should You Niche Down & Expand? Niching down is always a question here in this YouTube channel. I receive a lot of emails from people asking me all different kinds of questions when it comes to choosing a niche and becoming a specialist. In today's video, I'm going to answer the question "When should you niche down and expand?" To answer this question, we are going to talk about market, economics and market strategy. Simple and very effective concepts that you should be aware of, even if you're not an entrepreneur. Wanna know more about niching down and specialization? How To Market Yourself Course: http://simpleprogrammer.com/howtomarketyourself

Oh, if I could count the times I've talked about giving excuses in this channel I think it would make more than 20... But, you know, there is always more to talk about. Coming up with excuses for the mistakes you make in your life is what most of us do. Sometimes, this is a completely unconscious process and coming to awareness is sometimes difficult. This is why, in this video, I'm going to talk about how giving excuses is not the right path to follow and why you should be aware of what you do so you can cut the bad by its roots. How You Live One Day Is How You Live Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udLzJd2uZVs&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WlPk3TAMcC2NfiKY26I28O&index=1

Fasting diet is a relatively new topic that is gaining popularity among athletes and fitness enthusiasts over the last years. Due to its new popularity, people still have some doubts and questions about the efficacy of the results. Besides that, it is had to get used to the idea that you will only be able to eat one meal a day, which gets in confront with what we know is considered "healthy". So... Is fasting a healthy thing to do? Will you get sick when trying to fast? Why I Fast Until 5 Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAScRmlcHaE&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4U4xrSdGiN9fh04NjHoNwTq&index=207 KetoSports KetoCaNa Dietary Ketone Supplement: https://simpleprogrammer.com/ketocanasupplement

Balancing Social Life & Work... Is it possible? In today's video, I've received a question from a fan of the Simple Programmer community asking me if it was possible to achieve a proper balance of social life and work. He told me that he wants to become an entrepreneur but he is struggling to find this balance between his work and social life. Should he cut going out with his friends completely? Should he stop hanging out on weekends? Should he become a workaholic? This Online School For Developers Pays Teachers Millions Of Dollars: https://simpleprogrammer.com/fastcompanysp 10X Rule Book Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvCykNiSncQ&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4W7aRN5cCCZ90AIDYoLpqVa&index=13 Be Obsessed Or Be Average Book Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0PDUNKJpxg&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4W7aRN5cCCZ90AIDYoLpqVa&index=14 Are You Willing To Pay The Price?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y7mh0YvBPw

Today I've partnered up with some pretty awesome guys from Scaphold to talk about GraphQL Backend as a Service, which is something this amazing company is doing. Here is for you that want to know more about the company: "Several months ago, the Scaphold team set out to build the most powerful GraphQL backend as a service platform. We're excited to have you build tons of apps on it! Recently, we were accepted into Y Combinator's Summer '16 Fellowship program, and we'll be working around the clock to give you the best possible experience. We'd love to hear from you!" (Source: https://scaphold.io/contact) And this amazing work is bringing some awesome results, especially for those who as interested in GraphQL Backend. Scaphold was built to address many issues that we've encountered as application developers. They believe that building applications should be quicker and easier to launch, scale, and maintain. So, are you interested in GraphQL and knowing more about this amazing company? Scaphold.io Website: https://scaphold.io/ Scaphold.io Community (With Tutorials): https://scaphold.io/community/

There is a lot of talk nowadays about stereotypes and how harmful they can be for people in general. I hear a lot of talking about how we should make an effort to get rid of stereotypes and how relying on stereotypes is an offensive (and sometimes racist/sexist) thing to do. But before we continue, we need to understand what are stereotypes: "A stereotype is a preconceived notion, especially about a group of people. Many stereotypes are racist, sexist, or homophobic." (Source: https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/stereotype) So... How do we get rid of stereotypes? More important than that: Do we WANT to get rid of stereotypes? Thinking Fast & Slow: https://simpleprogrammer.com/thinkingfastandslow

Today I'm going to answer a video question I received from a fan of the channel/website. We are going to talk about personal branding vs. technical skills. As you know, I'm a big fan of marketing and a lot of people don't seem to get the importance it has. Ricky asked me what was the most important thing for a developer: personal branding or technical skills? Should you focus on improving your personal branding or should you become the best developer you know when it comes to technical skills? How To Market Yourself Course: http://simpleprogrammer.com/howtomarketyourself

Avoiding distractions... How nice would it be if we had a magic pill that would do all the work for us, huh? Imagine if we could take a pill and get 100% focused all the time? Well, due to the fact that it won't happen, we have to face the facts: distractions exist and we must learn how to deal with them. How can we make sure we will avoid distractions and focus on what we need to do? Is there a proper strategy that will make you more productive, ignoring the most distractions you could possibly ignore? Watch this video and find out! GET The Complete Software Developer's Career Guide: https://simpleprogrammer.com/career-guide-yt 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People: https://simpleprogrammer.com/7habits Essentialism Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/essentialismbook The One Thing Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/theonethingbook How To Market Yourself As A Software Developer: http://simpleprogrammer.com/howtomarketyourself How I Plan My Week: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9k0OhJkjQ0

We all like to appear strong as if we did not have any weaknesses, right? As I've talked before, it can be a good thing. Showing off as a strong person will make you a good competitor and a good player in the "life's game". However, you should acknowledge that you have weaknesses, at least, for one person, which is yourself. In this video I'll tell you how you should start exploiting your weaknesses so no one will be able to take you down because of that... What True Freedom Really Means?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpA9Ng74s2U&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP&index=177 Protecting Your Downsides Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WCsxny8bXwEoiUISjZNTOP Day In The Life Ep. 4: SPARTA! & Halloween Half Marathon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POsV_m9wA44&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XU7upbnSB0OdZmOxvABZJh&index=5

A lot of people make excuses for their mistakes.When they first get confronted with a failure they just end up giving excuses for the mistakes they've made and they literally don't evaluate, at least, what happened to things end up that way. I agree that not everything is under your control. There are a lot of things that can turn out to be wrong and you cannot control. However, it is important that you set yourself up, evaluate your mistakes and study how you can improve and prevent this from happening next time. So, this why I say: stop with the excuses and pay the consequences! Stop Making Excuses & Take Fucking Action!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqz0gkGpARg&index=101&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP

So, a lot of people, especially developer, want to know the future. They get lost trying to find out the next big programming language to learn or some technology that will be the hot new trend in the software development world. However, predicting things is not THAT easy and sometimes it also fails. You, as a developer, might want to know which path you should take. Predicting the future might be one of the most important things right now. So... If you could only know what will be the next BIG opportunity in software development... What would you do? Will Developer Jobs Disappear?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGUpw_9V-nY&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4UOmNNyVJntU3lVXalp1weU&index=16 The Inevitable Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/theinevitable

So, as you might know, I have a Patreon campaign that I've created to support SP channel. Supporters are able to get a lot of rewards, get access to private groups and a lot of other stuff. One of these prizes includes a monthly recording call with me, along with some other cool stuff. Although this is purely Patreon stuff and only they can access this type of thing, I decided to record and release this call for the public. This is the recording for January 2017, which we talked about a lot of career stuff, lifestyle and other cool (and important) stuff. If you'd like, you can support Patreon too. Wanna know more about Patreon and our monthly calls? Support SP Through PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/simpleprogrammer

We all live in a crazy world where it seems that the two most important things are: money & time. That's why, if you want to get healthy you need to find a way to incorporate healthy meals into your day-to-day routine. It is important that you don't suffer the consequences of preparing your meals and that you find a way to balance both things. In this video, I'll basically answer two questions: 1- Eating healthy is REALLY important? 2- How can you make healthy and fast meals and start living a healthy lifestyle without harming your schedule? Fitness & Diet For Software Developers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XMOX3EyxkjHfI56rPKqtXp Why I Fast Until 5 Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAScRmlcHaE&index=2&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XMOX3EyxkjHfI56rPKqtXp

Have you ever felt like you did something very good but... You wouldn't be able to keep up with that? A lot of software developers suffer from what we call "the fear of not being able to do it again... A lot of developers go on big projects, they have big wins in their lives but they are afraid to give a second shot at that... Mostly, because they are afraid to fail and feel like impostors. What do you do in cases like that? How do you overcome this fear? What is the mindset shift you need to make in order to leave this fear behind? Soft Skills Book: http://simpleprogrammer.com/softskills The Complete Software Developer's Career Guide: https://simpleprogrammer.com/career-guide-yt Don't Be Afraid To Look Like An Idiot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0k68HYS1HE