Zero Plus One Podcast Hayden Wade

In this episode I interview Zac Kallas of SkyWater Search Partners to talk about all things recruiting and job searching. Zac and I dive into the current state of the job market, and challenges for both software engineers and recruiters. We discuss how recruiters can best serve software engineers in their job search and what value they bring to the table. Thanks for listening and don't forget to like and subscribe!00:00 - Introduction02:10 - Why would a software engineer want to work with a r...

In this episode I interview Wyatt Weisensel on how he went from being an english teacher in Japan to becoming a software engineer. Wyatt goes in-depth about what his 5 months of unemployment and job searching looked like during covid. He talks about how to stay relevant, the importance of side projects, how to take control of the interview, understanding your value, and the importance of mentorship. We go on to talk about how interviewing in the midwest is different and the same from big tech...

In this episode, I interview Neil CarlinSchauer, a software engineer. He talks about how he went from being a super senior failing classes to becoming a full stack software engineer who is now leading projects and mentoring junior engineers. Seeking and creating opportunities was a recurring theme in Neil’s career. Neil goes in depth on how he “leveled up” during college with his first internship and by surrounding himself with like minded individuals. To wrap up the interview I asked him wha...

During these hard times and this state of social distancing, I wanted to bring a different perspective to this episode. I give three tips on being an effective teammate while working from home, as well as, a deep dive into a few topics from last episode: getting an internship, resume advice, study plans, and recovering from failure. I give additional advice on how to network while you are stuck inside.Stay healthy and safe! Help stop the coronavirus (covid 19) by social distancing!Social Medi...

In this episode, I interview Anas Abdulahi, an aspiring software engineer. He tells us about how he got his first internship and first full time job after attending college. He shares his failures and how he overcame those failures in order to get to where he is today. We cover the differences between interviewing for a internship verses a full-time position, how to study for technical interviews, and understanding your value when you receive an offer.Be sure to check out Anas on social media...

Welcome to the Zero Plus One Podcast!!! I am excited to bring you the knowledge and motivation to becoming a successful software engineer. This podcast will cover the tactical steps needed to land your dream job. I'll be covering everything needed to get you your first software engineering job or internship, such as interviewing tips and tricks, resume advice, studying for technical interviews, and negotiating offers. For those who have already landed their first software engineering job, I'l...