Pybites Podcast Julian Sequeira & Bob Belderbos

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In this episode Julian speaks with Luis Palacios, an IT Analyst and aspiring Cloud Architect.

What makes this conversation extra special is that Luis shares his journey from a traditionally "blue collar", labour intensive role, to his first job in I.T. Full disclaimer: he achieved this after completing our PDM Program.

Luis shares how learning Python and Mindset skills built his confidence such that he was able to apply for his first tech role and then continue pushing through the complexities and challenges that came with it.

This really reinforces one of our current messages to folks that Python makes coding accessible to everyone. It doesn't matter who you are, or what industry you're in, Python can help you achieve your goals!

Enjoy!

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction episode and Luis
03:22 Luis' career journey
06:58 PDM takeaways, mindset and building confidence
09:21 From custodian to IT analyst
14:23 Favorite helpdesk experiences and networking
16:58 Python coding, side projects and LLMs
21:16 2 mindset tips
24:58 Importance of podcasts for learning
27:58 What's next?
30:56 Final piece of advice / takeaway
32:06 Book tip: Wiring the Winning Organization
34:10 Wrap up / outro

Links:
- Reach out to Luis on LinkedIn
- Book tip: Wiring the Winning Organization

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In this episode, Bob and Julian explore the challenges of being laid off and discuss strategies for adopting the right mindset to effectively navigate this difficult phase. They provide practical advice on taking decisive action and continuing to build a meaningful career.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:11 - Wins: veterans program and Pybites AI
07:04 - Lay off experience Julian
14:09 - Lean on your network and be proactive with your career
18:00 - Books
20:20 - Wrap and outro

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Links:
- Books tip : Factfulness by Hans Rosling / The Power of Meaning by Emily Esfahani Smith
- Grow as a Python developer in record time with our PDM coaching program
- Pybites merch: https://pybites.bigcartel.com/
- Pybites Podcast: The Gift of Time: https://www.pybitespodcast.com/1501156/10769416-073-the-gift-of-time

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🎶 Dive into the intriguing journey of Christopher Bailey, video tutorial producer at Real Python, host of their weekly podcast, and an advocate for learning and teaching Python. 🐍 😍

In this episode Christopher shares his unique path from music to programming, illustrating how his passions for music, education, and coding have intertwined to shape his career in tech.

From early coding fascinations and playing in a band to becoming a key figure in Python education, discover how Christopher's diverse background and persistent learning mindset have propelled him through an inspiring transition into the world of technology.

We also delve into Python industry trends that excite him and what's next on his learning radar, along with a win of the week + book recommendation.

Join us for a captivating discussion on the intersections of code, music, and education with Christopher Bailey, and discover how embracing diverse experiences can enrich your tech journey. 🚀

Check out The Real Python Podcast hosted by Christopher here.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
02:00 Christopher Bailey intro and win of the week
03:47 Background and career progression
13:12 Real Python work and how to stay technical
17:10 Mindset of learning, music and teaching influence
21:20 Immersive learning, deliberate practice and building for others
26:12 How to get unstuck when coding and dealing with perfectionism
29:39 Python trends and what to learn next
36:40 Books
39:15 Wrap up and outro

Book tip:
- The Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells

Reach out to Christopher:
- LinkedIn
- Fosstodon
- X
- Pybites Circle

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This episode features a discussion with Louise Oprel, a cloud advocate, on her career journey and experiences with networking, mentoring, and personal growth.

Louise and Bob share insights into developing the right mindset for success and overcoming challenges through small, consistent actions like volunteering, reading, and daily reflection.

Practical tips are provided for using technology to connect with others, gain experience through events, and unlock one's potential through mentoring.

Links:
- Follow Louise on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louiseoprel/
- Connect with her in our community:  https://pybites.circle.so/

Join us as we journey through Django, open source, and PyCon conferences with special guest Paolo Melchiorre. 

We explore Django's evolution, the impact of open source, and the vibrant atmosphere of PyCons. 

Paolo shares his developer odyssey, offering personal insights and experiences from the tech world. Don't miss this insightful episode on the heart of Python development and community collaboration.
Chapters:
00:00 Podcast intro
00:47 Intro Paolo, how did you get into python and open source
03:47 What do you like about Django
05:34 Django and Pelican contributions
09:17 Getting into open source through Pycon sprints
10:31 Coaching Django girls and teaching
12:44 Your role / work at 20tab
15:33 Handling complex issues and problem solving
18:47 AI tools vs Stack Overflow (and articles)
19:47 Python / Django / web trends
21:27 Front-end and HTMX
22:37 Rust based tools
23:52 The importance of mindset for developers
26:02 Book recommendations
27:47 Pycon Italia shoutout and how to reach out
30:04 Wrap up

Links:
- Follow Paolo on Mastodon
- Check out his blog
- Connect with him in our community
- Pycon Italia

Books:
- Fluent Python
- Django by Example

In this episode coach Hugh sits down with Julian, co-founder of Pybites, to delve into the heart of what makes Pybites more than just about Python.

Julian shares the triumphs and trials of building Pybites, highlighting the significant milestones from the first subscriber to facing the tech industry's fast-paced and evolving landscape. 💡

More than coding, Julian emphasizes the critical role of mindset in overcoming obstacles and achieving growth, not only within Python but in personal and professional realms.  📈

With insights into Pybites' vision for the future, innovative initiatives for veterans, and efforts to introduce coding to school-aged children, this episode illuminates how Pybites champions a comprehensive approach to learning and development, rooted in perseverance, community, and adopting a growth mindset. 😍 

Links:
- Pybites platform
- Podcast Episode Featuring Isaac Smith
- PDM program
- Book tip: Quiet by Susan Cain
- Join our Python developer community here