40 episodes

If you're learning to code, because you want to switch or start a new career as a web developer or software developer, then this podcast is for you! I'll be sharing my personal journey from joining a coding bootcamp to becoming a remote developer. One day I'll travel the world as a digital nomad making a living as a developer, but until then I will continue to share all the advice I can, to make your transition into tech a better experience. Enjoy! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/suitcase-coder/support

Suitcase Coder: The Podcast Suitcase Coder

    • Technology
    • 4.8 • 19 Ratings

If you're learning to code, because you want to switch or start a new career as a web developer or software developer, then this podcast is for you! I'll be sharing my personal journey from joining a coding bootcamp to becoming a remote developer. One day I'll travel the world as a digital nomad making a living as a developer, but until then I will continue to share all the advice I can, to make your transition into tech a better experience. Enjoy! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/suitcase-coder/support

    20: Interview with Erik Hanchett from the "Self Taught Or Not" Podcast

    20: Interview with Erik Hanchett from the "Self Taught Or Not" Podcast

    In this interview, I get the chance to interview Erik Hanchett (@ErikCH on Twitter) who studied computer science at university and we discuss some of the differences between going the "traditional" vs "coding Bootcamp" route to becoming a software developer.

    Bonus: Erik also shares some very helpful tips for junior / entry-level software developers

    Self Taught or Not Podcast: https://www.selftaughtornot.com/

    #digitalnomad #remoteworking #softwaredeveloper

    Suitcase Coder Social Media:

    https://www.youtube.com/c/suitcasecoder

    https://suitcasecoder.com/

    https://twitter.com/CoderSuitcase

    https://www.instagram.com/suitcasecoder/


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    • 29 min
    19: Don’t Make These Mistakes as a Junior Developer

    19: Don’t Make These Mistakes as a Junior Developer

    As a junior developer I made plenty of mistakes that you don't have to! In this episode of SuitcaseCoder: The Podcast, I give away some things you can be doing as you #learntocode to become a confidently skilled developer.



    #digitalnomad #codingbootcamp #softwaredeveloper

    Suitcase Coder Social Media:

    https://www.youtube.com/c/suitcasecoder

    https://suitcasecoder.com/

    https://twitter.com/CoderSuitcase

    https://www.instagram.com/suitcasecoder/

    Resources:
    https://github.com/MunGell/awesome-for-beginners



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    • 13 min
    18: Tips for Working Remotely, Truly Remote

    18: Tips for Working Remotely, Truly Remote

    How to be fully prepared to work remotely (not at home or from a house).
    The ability to work remotely is truly a dream come true, but if you want to keep working remotely, you have to be fully prepared. In this episode, I'll be going over some simple tips that will make a huge difference in choosing the right location and being prepared for a fully remote work setup.

    #digitalnomad #remoteworking #softwaredeveloper

    Suitcase Coder Social Media:

    https://www.youtube.com/c/suitcasecoder

    https://suitcasecoder.com/

    https://twitter.com/CoderSuitcase

    https://www.instagram.com/suitcasecoder/


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    • 8 min
    17: How To Decide on Your First Coding Project

    17: How To Decide on Your First Coding Project

    Choosing what your first coding project or full-stack app should be can be challenging. I'm hoping this episode helps you narrow down your options and gives you a great starting point for choosing your very first coding project. Good luck!

    Suitcase Coder Social Media:

    https://www.youtube.com/c/suitcasecoder

    https://suitcasecoder.com/

    https://twitter.com/CoderSuitcase

    https://www.instagram.com/suitcasecoder/


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    • 13 min
    16. 5 Reasons You Should Apply to That Software Development Job Today

    16. 5 Reasons You Should Apply to That Software Development Job Today

    In this episode, I go over 5 reasons why I believe it's time you apply for that job, even if you don't think you're ready yet. 



    Suitcase Coder Social Media:

    https://www.youtube.com/c/suitcasecoder

    https://suitcasecoder.com/

    https://twitter.com/CoderSuitcase

    https://www.instagram.com/suitcasecoder/


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    • 9 min
    15: From Pizza Delivery to 6-Figures as a Self-Taught Software Development

    15: From Pizza Delivery to 6-Figures as a Self-Taught Software Development

    I'm so excited for you to listen to Dylan Israel's story! Dylan is a self-taught developer who went from living on a friend's couch to facing THREE six-figure job offers as a software developer. Dylan has since started a podcast, a youtube channel, and offers excellent coding courses on Scrimba.

    Suitcase Coder Social Media:

    https://www.youtube.com/c/suitcasecoder

    https://suitcasecoder.com/

    https://twitter.com/CoderSuitcase

    https://www.instagram.com/suitcasecoder/

    Follow Dylan:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan310/
    https://mentorcruise.com/mentor/DylanIsrael/


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    • 58 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

DavidChedrick ,

Fantastic podcast.

I am just starting out and this podcast has been a wonderful resource.

GabrielaMimo ,

Love!

Laura shares her honest journey through becoming a coder, and is so relatable!!! Anyone who wants to quit their jobs and become coders have to listen to this!

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