Code and Candor

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Welcome to Code & Candor, here we take an honest look at the state of the software engineering industry and talk about real problems faced by engineers working in companies of all sizes and sorts. This is not a tutorial on how to land the highest paycheck, instead its an open discussion on how we as engineers can stay relevant in a world where AI is changing what it means to be an engineer. We will talk about challenges like being heard in the room, adding value to your team and most importantly taking ownership of your work.

Episodes

  1. Jul 28

    8. Your job title is not your personality

    As software engineers its very easy to turn your job into who you are, but you will soon realize that having your work define you is a terrible place to be in.In this episode we cover why you should have a hobby outside of work and more importantly why that hobby should not be related to what you do at work.

    8. Your job title is not your personality

  2. Jul 24

    7. Office politics is part of the job

    Nobody enjoys office politics, but what we need to understand is that not only is it part of the job but it is also a really useful tool if you use it correctly.In this episode we talk about the different types of politics in the workplace and a few ways to work around them or use them effectively.

    7. Office politics is part of the job

  3. Jul 14

    6. How to deal with a bad manager

    Every one of us has had bad managers at some point in our careers, and it can be really tricky to deal with them. Most of us just ignore the problem or quit to get away from them, but there's actually a few things you can try to make your job easier. In this episode we talk about a few ways you can deal with a bad boss and how you can make sure a bad manager does not stop you from growing.

    6. How to deal with a bad manager

  4. Jun 24

    5. You're Not Paid to Be Busy

    Most software jobs have quietly become about looking busy rather than actually adding value. Full calendars, moving Jira boards, standups that sound great — and yet nothing really changes. In this episode I talk about why being busy and being valuable are two completely different things, how the meeting culture and ticket treadmill are draining developers of their passion, and what you can actually do to start adding real impact at work instead of just output. If you've ever gone home after a "productive" day and felt completely hollow — this one's for you.

    5. You're Not Paid to Be Busy

  5. Jun 18

    4. The hidden cost of being irreplaceable

    Being irreplaceable is a goal for most developers, but there is a cost that you pay without even realising it. In this video we look at the downsides of being irreplaceable and talk about what to do if you find yourself in that situation.

    4. The hidden cost of being irreplaceable

  6. Jun 12

    3. Great developers own what they build

    Most developers finish their work and move on to the next task, and there's nothing wrong with that. but some developers want to go beyond and that's the difference between a good developer and a great one.In this video we cover what it means to own what you build, and for managers and leads we talk about how to identify developers who want to own their product.

  7. May 25

    2. Why being a good developer isn't enough anymore

    Are you good at your job but you still feel stuck? Do you feel as if colleagues with less technical skill get ahead while you get passed over? If this sounds familiar, then this video is for you.In this episodewe talk about why having strong technical skills is not good enough anymore, and what to do to fix this. We will talk about what separates a good developer from a great one.

    2. Why being a good developer isn't enough anymore

  8. May 25

    1. How to be happier at work as a software engineer

    A lot of software engineers struggle at work and find themselves overwhelmed and overworked. This not only affects their work but it also affects their relationship with work, often resulting in stress and depression.In this video we will take a look at a few problems faced universally no matter where you work, and few ideas of how to work around them and make your life at work better.If you have ideas for topics you want me to speak about or you have questions or feedback on this specific video, please leave a comment.

    1. How to be happier at work as a software engineer

  9. May 25

    Welcome to Code and Candor

    Hi, and welcome to Code and Candor. This channel is not a tutorial to getting the best package or landing your dream job, its an honest look at what it takes to succeed as a software engineer especially in the age of AI.Your ideas will be challenged, some of it may make you uncomfortable. But if you are serious about building a career in software, let's get to work.I'm Nemi Shah, someone who has been writing code since I was 12 and someone who has worked professionally in the industry for a decade. Join me as we take a look at what it takes to succeed at this job and stand out and stay relevant, and more importantly what it takes to be happy at this job.

    Welcome to Code and Candor
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Welcome to Code & Candor, here we take an honest look at the state of the software engineering industry and talk about real problems faced by engineers working in companies of all sizes and sorts. This is not a tutorial on how to land the highest paycheck, instead its an open discussion on how we as engineers can stay relevant in a world where AI is changing what it means to be an engineer. We will talk about challenges like being heard in the room, adding value to your team and most importantly taking ownership of your work.

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  • Creator
    Nemi Shah
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Nemi Shah
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