153 episodes

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.

DonTheDeveloper Podcast Don Hansen

    • Education
    • 4.8 • 17 Ratings

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.

    My Imposter Syndrome That I faced As a Developer

    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!
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    🤝 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

    • 26 min
    I Feel Lost as a Content Creator...

    I Feel Lost as a Content Creator...

    I don't know if I'm having a content blocker or I'm burned out creating developer content, but I feel lost and overwhelmed with deciding what direction to take this channel in. I wanted to share that with you. Why? Not really sure yet.
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    🤝 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

    • 23 min
    Is General Assembly Silencing Some Students Who Had a Bad Experience?

    Is General Assembly Silencing Some Students Who Had a Bad Experience?

    Colby, a previous student of General Assembly, reached out to me concerning an incident that happened at GA, which really concerns me. Even worse, it sounds like several potential negative reviews of that experience were legally silenced if the students wanted a full refund after the incident. Let's talk about it.

    Colby Jax (guest):
    Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/colby-jax
    Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ColbyJaxCodes
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    🤝 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

    • 46 min
    How To Land Your First Backend Developer Job

    How To Land Your First Backend Developer Job

    Do you like backend web development more than frontend? Have you been lied to about how entry-level backend developer jobs don't exist? I brought on Lane, a backend developer with a ton of experience in the industry, to break down why you're most likely not landing your first backend developer job. If you really are striving to land a backend position, this episode is for you.

    Lane Wagner (guest):
    Backend course - https://boot.dev
    Podcast - https://www.backendbanter.fm
    Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@bootdotdev
    Twitter - https://twitter.com/wagslane
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    🤝 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

    • 53 min
    How to Network and Stand Out as an Aspiring Developer

    How to Network and Stand Out as an Aspiring Developer

    Struggling to find your place in the oversaturated software development job market? You're not alone. I brought on Nevin, an aspiring front-end developer, who shares his journey of navigating the tricky paths of job hunting. I'm hoping the advice I shared with him can help you as well.
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    🤝 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

    • 25 min
    Springboard Coding Bootcamp Review in 2023

    Springboard Coding Bootcamp Review in 2023

    I brought on 3 Springboard graduates to share their honest thoughts about the software engineering program. If you're considering Springboard in 2023 or even 2024, watch this first.

    Eric Doering (guest):
    Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-doering-3989aa141
    Portfolio - https://ericdoering-portfolio-swart.vercel.app

    Danielle Aranda (guest):
    Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemaranda

    Paul Loguinov (guest):
    Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pashaloguinov
    Portfolio - https://www.pashaloguinov.com
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    🤝 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

    • 1 hr 8 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
17 Ratings

17 Ratings

Dan1777999877 ,

Love it!

DonTheDeveloper has quickly become a favorite in my feed! I'm consistently impressed by the engaging conversations, insightful content, and actionable ideas. I truly learn something every time I listen!

XxXtAlKaHoLiCXxX ,

Guest to fan

You are making so much amazing content to help people in a vulnerable career transition. It’s clear you have the best interest of your audience in mind. I love how open you are to learning about tricky subjects. It’s a pleasure to be your guest on a future episode. Keep putting your heart into this. I am sure you are changing the careers and lives of your audience. Keep up the good!!

JenWestb ,

Value-packed podcast!

Don is a such an insightful host. He's truly in touch with what his audience needs to grow and thrive as developers. Don and his guests are so interesting and diverse in their backgrounds and experiences that there's something for everyone to learn, whether they're aspiring developers or developers looking to go to the next level.

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