How to Code: Web Development

Robert Guss
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How to Code: Web Development

A podcast for aspiring web developers. Host Robert Guss is a self-taught senior software engineer with over eight years of experience. On this show, I discuss learning how to code, strategies for getting your first job, web technology news, and more on this show. Website: https://howtocode.io Twitter: @howtocode_io

  1. 11/02/2024

    Find Your Pond

    In this episode I talk about being a "big fish in a small pond" and what a difference that can make. I also share a bit about where I have been and what I have been up to for the past year and a half or so. Feels great to be back making episodes again!

    15 min

  2. 06/09/2023

    Beware of the hype train

    In this episode, I discuss the issue of hype in our industry. In particular, I discuss the recent article by the Amazon Prime team and how they saved over 90% of their costs by switching from microservices to a monolithic architecture. I also rant about Crypto, blockchain, and other technologies that never delivered on their promise. Links Twitter How to Code Newsletter Gumroad Amazon Prime article Basecamp leaving the cloud

    18 min

  3. 04/29/2023

    Get used to feeling uncomfortable

    In this episode, I discuss how and why you need to get used to feeling uncomfortable. Being willing to step outside your comfort zone is a superpower and will have a lasting impact on your career as a developer. I also discuss imposter syndrome and provide you with some tools for dealing with it. Links Twitter How to Code Newsletter Gumroad

    11 min

  4. 03/06/2023

    Be an interesting person

    In this episode, I discuss the importance of being an interesting person for not only web development and your career but for life in general. This is a topic most of us don't often think about, but being an interesting person who people enjoy around plays a big role in how successful you are in this career and in life as a whole. Definitely, some food for thought in this episode you don't want to miss. Links Twitter How to Code Newsletter Gumroad

    23 min

  5. 02/22/2023

    Interviewing & dealing with Rejection

    In this episode, I talk about how to practice interviewing and give some tips on preparing for interviews. I also talk about how to deal with rejection and the right perspective you should have when a company turns you down.  // Links // Astro Course Learn to Code Database Twitter How to Code Newsletter

    19 min

  6. 02/14/2023

    Getting paid to learn

    In this episode, I discuss the mindset you need to have after getting your first developer job. What should you do now that you have been hired? How can you learn from your teammates? How can you show initiative? How can you get "junior" out of your job title? I discuss all of these questions and more. Links Twitter How to Code Newsletter Learn to Code resources Astro book

    23 min

  7. 02/06/2023

    Tech layoffs & escaping the rat race

    In this episode, I discuss the recent tech layoffs and share my experience of being laid off. I then share some of the "darker sides" of tech and what you can do about them. I then advise preparing for the unexpected and why you may want to consider "leaving the rat race" at some point in your career. Links Twitter How to Code Newsletter Learn to Code Database Tweet H1B layoff while on vacation Quitting the Rat Race What does Quitting the Rat Race Mean to Me?

    27 min

  8. 01/23/2023

    You need to stand out

    In this episode, I discuss why it's important for you as a developer to stand out when applying for jobs and how to do it. I also share some of my own personal experience and the things I have done to over the years to separate myself from the competition.  Links Twitter How to Code Newsletter

    22 min
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A podcast for aspiring web developers. Host Robert Guss is a self-taught senior software engineer with over eight years of experience. On this show, I discuss learning how to code, strategies for getting your first job, web technology news, and more on this show. Website: https://howtocode.io Twitter: @howtocode_io

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