DonTheDeveloper Podcast Don Hansen
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Helping aspiring developers get jobs and junior developers grow. Raw and unfiltered conversations with industry professionals that dive deep into how developers can find success and growth in their careers.
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"I've applied For 400 Developer Jobs and Only Got 1 Phone Interview. What Do I Do?"
Answering Mark's question:"Biggest roadblock is just getting people to talk to me. Almost straight out of bootcamp I landed a junior software engineering role at a small digital product studio. Worked there for 9 months before getting laid off. But now amidst all the layoffs I’m small, tiny fish in an enormous pond. Despite applying to 400+ places (almost anything I’m remotely qualified for) over the past 8 months. I’ve had one, a single, 10 minute phone interview. So the biggest hurdle is ho...
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What I Love and Hate About Live Coding
Live coding has emerged as a compelling medium for developers to showcase their skills, engage with communities, and build personal brands. It's a digital stage where the immediacy of programming meets the unpredictability of live performance, creating a unique interactive experience for both the coder and the audience.Embarking on a live coding journey is akin to setting sail on open waters; it's thrilling, challenging, and often uncharted territory for many developers. It demands a balance ...
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There's a MASSIVE Skill Gap Among New Developers
When it comes to breaking into the tech industry, there’s a labyrinth of myths and misconceptions about what it really takes to be job-ready as a developer. In this eye-opening podcast episode, Derek, a seasoned web developer and educator known as Sheriff Derek, debunks these myths and offers a candid look at the essentials of tech education and the reality of coding bootcamps.Derek begins by addressing the widening skills gap among aspiring developers. He’s seen first-hand the false expectat...
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The Reality of Trying To Land a Dev Job as a Woman
If you're a woman who's trying to become a developer and you've been told that it's going to be harder for you BECAUSE you're a woman, this episode is for you.Zynkah (guest):Twitch - https://twitch.tv/zynkahDiscord - https://discord.gg/pU2dv7JhRxLinkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zena-creps---------------------------------------------------🤝 Join our junior friendly developer community:https://discord.gg/donthedeveloper❤️ If you find my content helpful, please consider supporting me on Pa...
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Candid Chat About The Dev Market With a Coding Bootcamp CEO (Rithm School)
I brought on the CEO of Rithm School to have a candid conversation about the entry-level dev market; the coding bootcamp industry; and how Rithm School has adapted to it. To be honest, the transparency was refreshing.Elie Schoppik (guest) - CEO of Rithm SchoolFree Rithm School events: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rithm-school-11279356650/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1kv9TLn6VxfQJv-PxGBcuwSite: https://rithmschool.com---------------------------------------------------🤝 Join...
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My Imposter Syndrome That I faced As a Developer
This is a heart-to-heart conversation with you about imposter syndrome - exposing all of my insecurities as a developer!---------------------------------------------------🤝 Join our junior friendly developer community:https://discord.gg/donthedeveloper❤️ If you find my content helpful, please consider supporting me on Patreon and get access to additional perks. Every little contribution helps me continue to do this full-time.https://www.patreon.com/donthedeveloper