Hear from inspiring developers about how they found meaningful and fulfilling work that that also pays them well. On the #StoriesByScrimba Podcast, you'll hear motivational advice and job-hunting strategies from developers who've been exactly where you are now. We talk to developers about their challenges, learnings, and switching industries in the hopes of inspiring YOU. This is the podcast that provides the inspiration, tools, and roadmaps to move from where you are to work that matters to you and uniquely fits your strengths and talents.
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What Is Productivity Anxiety and How to Beat It, with Matt and Eric from Self-Taught Devs Podcast
π About the episodeMeet Matt Ehrlich and Eric Winkelspecht π¬π§! They are the hosts of the Self-Taught Devs podcast. And, you guessed it, they are self-taught devs and career changers to boot. Matt was a park ranger, and Eric worked at an IT solutions company but didn't code. Today, they are a front-end developer and a full-stack developer, respectively, who met through LinkedIn and then decided to host a podcast!In this episode, you will learn about their coding journeys, the resources they used, and why they decided to be self-taught. They talk about motivation and keeping yourself going, how to create structure, and what to do if you feel guilty when you take a break. If you're curious about what makes a successful self-taught dev, this episode is for you!π Connect with Matt and Eric π¨βπΌ Matt's LinkedIn, Eric's LinkedIn π» Podcast βοΈ Matt's blog πΉ Matt's YouTube, Eric's YouTube π¨βπ Matt's GitHub, Eric's GitHub βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
How to Find Your People and the Work You Find Exciting, with Scrimba Student Anna
π About the episodeMeet Anna Ha π΅π± π°π·! Anna was born in Poland, where she majored in English and minored in Chinese. She then moved to South Korea and set off to learn Korean and coding at the same time! Today, she works at a startup that creates tools for learning Korean. Perfect match!In this episode, you'll discover if coding is a language. Anna also shares her learning strategy, how she discovered Scrimba, what amazing projects she worked on via Chingu, how she kept herself motivated, and how finding a community helped her stay on track. You'll also discover what's the key to both landing a job and looking forward to going to work every day!π Connect with Anna π©βπΌ LinkedIn π Website π©βπ GitHub π¦ X π€ annannanna on the Scrimba Discord βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
Mastering Corporate Culture for New Developers
π About the episodeReady for your first dev job? Today on the podcast, you'll learn how companies work and how teams stay efficient. How does a typical team operate? Who do you report to? How do you know if you're the right culture fit? Why should you know what you need from your team? And why do job postings sometimes... not make sense?We have compiled the best, most actionable advice to help you understand a corporate environment. You'll hear from engineering manager and career coach Tiffany Jachhja, founder of Technical Integrity Dave Mayer, opera singer turned developer and developer coach Ana McDougal, and engineering manager Jason C McDonald. π» Listen to the full interviews Understanding Corporate Hierarchy (and Perfecting Your Resume), With Tiffany Jachja Advice from a Junior Developer Career Coach, with Anna McDougal What Are Company Valuesβ¦ and Why You Should Know Your Own, with Dave Mayer Lessons Learned Recruiting and Managing Junior Developers for 10 Years, with Jason C. McDonald π Connect with everybody Tiffany: π©π»βπΌ Linkedin, πΉ Twitch, π¦ Twitter, πΒ Website Anna: π¨π»βπΌ LinkedIn, π Website, π©βπ GitHub, π¦ Twitter, πΉ YouTube Dave: π¦ Twitter, πΒ Website, π¨π»βπΌ LinkedIn Jason: π¨π»βπΌ LinkedIn, π Website, π©βπ GitHub, π¦ Twitter, π Dead Simple Python - Idiomatic Python for the Impatient Programmer π§° Resources Mentioned Learning in public! How to Avoid Burnout, Improve Your Confidence and Keep Coding Fun, with Scrimba Student Sylvia βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
Nadia Zhuk: Anybody Can Code, and Your Background Doesn't Define You
π About the episodeThis is a rebroadcast of one of our most popular interviews. Meet Nadia Zhuk π§πΎ! Nadia made a switch to coding from journalism at the age of 25. That decision has got her moving countries not once but twice! Nowadays, she lives in London, works at Intercom, and helps aspiring developers. She's also written a book, Crossing the Rubycon, filled with practical advice and insider tips on learning to code and building a programming career.In this episode, Nadia shares her story and many things she's learned along the way! You'll get to know what's it like to learn to code without a technical background, how to manage your mindset and mental health during the process, and what's Nadia's take on choosing your first programming language. Nadia and Alex also discuss common stereotypes about programming,Β gatekeeping within the industry, and what are the critical but often overlooked factors in choosing what to learn.Β π Connect with Nadia π¨π»βπΌ LinkedIn π Dev.to π¦ Twitter πΉ YouTube βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
How Johnny Learned Angular and Typescript in Three Days
π About the episodeMeet Johnny Proano πΊπΈ! Johnny had a long and happy career in sales, spanning almost two decades. But, something was missing, so he decided to explore coding. He thought he had to have a degree, but when it turned out he couldn't afford it, he enrolled into a bootcamp and signed up for Scrimba.This is a fun and exciting story about career change and looking for your purpose. It is also a story of networking at your daughter's school events, as well as learning Angular and TypeScript (and creating a project using them) in only three days! You'll hear how Johnny approached learning and what kept him going, how to introduce software engineering to toddlers, and how can you turn your failed job interviews in learning experiences once and for all.π Connect with Johnny π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π Website βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
Changing Careers? This Is How to Defeat the Sunk Cost Fallacy, with Doctor-turned-developer Shona
π About the episodeMeet Shona Chan πΈπ¬π¬π§! Shona was an anesthesiologist. Now she's a developer. It all started when she wanted to write an app to solve a problem she had at work as a doctor. One thing led to another, and eventually, she took the plunge into coding, realizing that a career switch might not be such a bad idea.This is a story of intrinsic motivation, amazing portfolio projects, and landing a job without even having to go through a tech interview. You'll discover how to identify your purpose, find out how to muster harnes enough motivation to tackle difficult decisions, and learn why Shona saw her career change as a lateral move instead of a fresh start. Shona reveals what ten years in medicine taught her and how that relates to her new career If you listen to the end, you will get some some fantastic ideas to integrate into your study plan or job-hunting strategy. Plus, you'll find out the ideal music for a cesarean section.π Connect with Shona π©βπΌ LinkedIn π Website π©βπ Github π¦ Twitter π§° Resources Mentioned Kevin Powell Kevin Powell on the Scrimba podcast Stephanie Chiu on the Scrimba podcast SoundState βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
Learning to Code with ADHD: How Zuza Landed Her First Tech Job after Only Four Months
π About the episodeMeet Zuza GroΕska π΅π±π³π±! Zuza is a recently hired new developer with a previous career in social media marketing in the music industry. She's also a Polish transplant who moved to the Netherlands during the pandemic. She craved a career change, and when it turned out that all of her work friends were from the software development team, she put two and two together and decided to learn to code. She landed her first dev job after only four months of intense studying!Β Zuza has ADHD, which can be a hindrance and a superpower. In this episode, she talks about the importance of spreading awareness of ADHD and neurodiversity in general. You'll also learn how she approached her portfolio projects, why you should think like a marketer, and how you can stand out in a world where every new developer has a unit converter in their portfolio. Zuza shares how she approached learning to code, what kept her going when she felt unmotivated, why she wanted to leave Poland, and why a career in social media marketing can be draining even though it sounds glamorous.Β π Connect with Zuza π©βπΌ LinkedIn π Website π©βπ Github π§° Resources Mentioned Frontend Developer Career Path Scrimba Bootcamp Kevin Powell MDN Web Docs Sass Kink.nl radio βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
It's All about Your Additude: Building a Software Apprenticeship Program with Luke Hovee
π About the episodeMeet Luke Hovee πΊπΈ! After a career in the US Army, Luke didn't know what to do next. He was considering a career in construction, until he stumbled upon a bootcamp teaching army veterans how to code. Today, he's a full-time web developer with a passion for helping other aspiring web developers getting into tech. Currently, he's creating a software apprenticeship program so that he can help people at scale.In this episode, you'll find out whether army is a good training for having to deal with product managers, why grit and determination are important, and what's the most important thing you should have to break into tech in today's job market. Luke and Alex also talk about LinkedIn, why getting your second job in tech is way easier than landing the first one, and the current state of the market for junior developers.π Connect with Lukeπ¨βπΌ LinkedInπ§° Resources mentioned Danny Thompson on YouTube Scrimba Podcast: How to become a successful Junior Developer, with Danny Thompson Scrimba Podcast: Freecodecamp Founder Quincy Larson: Why Learning To Code as an Adult Might Be Easier Than You Think David Roberts on YouTube βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
Ultimate LinkedIn Guide: Listen to This If Youβre Working on Your LinkedIn Profile
π About the episodeNo matter where you are in your career journey - whether you're a new developer just looking to break into the industry or an industry veteran - having a strategic and up-to-date LinkedIn profile is a must. LinkedIn is something we often talk about on this podcast - many people, from experts to recently hired Scrimba students, have shared their tips and tricks for this social network over the course of 130 episodes. In this episode, we have compiled their best, most actionable advice. If you're looking to refresh your LinkedIn profile this fall, or you're just about to create one for the first time, this is the episode for you!Tune in for LinkedIn tips from the LinkedIn profile review guy Austin Henline, pastor-turned-developer Chris Mccoy, GitHub program manager Laura Thorson (who has only ever gotten jobs through LinkedIn), and iOS engineer at paypal and career mentor Stephanie chiu.π» Listen to the full interviews How to make your LinkedIn profile stand out according to a LinkedIn expert, with Austin Henline How Pastor-Turned-Developer Chris Crushed It on LinkedIn and Landed an Internship... and a Job It's about Who You Know: An Introvert's Guide to Networking (and Becoming Amazing at LinkedIn), with Stephanie Chiu from PayPal Laura Thorson From GitHub: This Is How You Master the Mindset of a Programmer π Connect with everybody Austin: π¨π»βπΌ LinkedIn, π¦ Twitter Laura:π©βπΌ Linkedin, πΒ Website, π¦ Twitter, π¨βπ GitHub Stephanie: πΈ Instagram, π©βπΌ Linkedin, π Website, π¦ Twitter, π©βπ Github Chris: π¨πΌβπΌ Linkedin βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
Treat Learning to Code Like an RPG (and You Might Get a Job in Three Business Days), with Scrimba student TomΓ‘Ε‘
π About the episodeMeet TomΓ‘Ε‘ LukeΕ‘ π¨πΏ! TomΓ‘Ε‘ is an audio engineer turned primary school teacher turned developer! In only nine months, he learned to code alongside a full-time job, created an awesome portfolio, and then landed a job in three business days. What?!In this episode, you'll discover exactly how he did it! TomΓ‘Ε‘ will reveal why he approached learning to code as if it were an RPG, how he selected his projects, why going the extra mile while crafting your portfolio is a must, and how you can transform code-alongs into something of your own. You'll also learn the definitive answer to the question of how many hours it truly takes to reach a hireable level of coding proficiency. TomΓ‘Ε‘ and Alex also discuss job hunting strategies,Β the power of persistence, self-discovery,and the importance of knowing the exact industries you want to work in.π Connect with TomΓ‘Ε‘ π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π Website π§° Resources Mentioned Colt Steele on Udemy Scrimba's Frontend Developer Career Path Josh Tried Coding on YouTube βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
Empowering Junior React Developers: Inside a React Job Simulator with Johannes Kettmann
π About the episodeMeet Johannes Kettmann π©πͺ! Johannes is a Fullstack JavaScript Developer from Germany who's also the mastermind behind profy.dev - itβs a React Job Simulator program for aspiring Junior React developers. Originally, Johannes studied physics before transitioning into coding, and he's been working as a freelancer or contractor ever since!In this episode, dive into Johannes's coding journey and discover why he's all about React. Get ready for tales of his first freelancing gig - it wasn't a walk in the park, but it taught him loads and gave him a taste of freedom. That's why Johannes never considered a 9-to-5 job and embraced contracting. Tune in for the lowdown on why React rocks and the rookie mistakes even experienced developers stumble upon. Curious about a React Job Simulator? You'll learn what it is and why we needed one. Plus, hear what are the skills that aspiring junior developers usually don't have, that can really make you stand out.Β Β β π¨βπ»Sign up for profy.dev with 10% discount using coupon code SCRIMBA at checkout!π Connect with Johannes π Profy.dev π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π Website π¦ X π§° Resources MentionedPodcast: Intentional career building with Kent C. Dodds βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
How Mohamed Landed a Dev Job Through Instagram
π About the episodeMeet Mohamed Amine Hachemi! Mohamed is a full-stack developer who recently landed his first dev job! But that's not the most amazing part of his story. He actually found that job through Instagram! In a world where everyone is applying through LinkedIn, Mohamed decided to take a different approach and utilize social media. In this episode, you'll discover exactly how he did it. And no, it doesn't involve cold DMing.After completing his law studies, Mohamed realized that a career in law wasn't what he truly desired for the next few decades. He reflected on his childhood interests and rediscovered his passion for coding. With some prior experience in HTML and CSS from editing Blogger templates as a teenager, he immersed himself in front-end development. Eventually, he expanded his skills to backend development when he joined his current company. Tune in to hear more about his coding journey.π Connect with Mohamedπ¨βπΌ LinkedInπ§° Resources Mentioned Scrimba's Frontend Developer Career Path Marian Rydzanych on Instagram βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
Are You a New Developer? Follow This One Tip! (With Scrimba Student Danny)
π About the episodeMeet Danny Vogel π©πͺπͺπΈ! Danny is a lawyer-turned-developer who decided to switch careers after ten years in law! In high school, he thought he could never do maths and picked a different path. It was meeting his wife, who is a software developer, that made him stop seeing coding as something unachievable, and the search for a better work-life balance that made him start learning. When he quit his job, he focused on coding. But nobody was responding to his job applications. Danny then went to a developer meetup in Barcelona, where somebody gave him wise advice...In this episode, Danny shares about his coding journey and the struggles along the way. You'll learn how to approach projects, why a "shotgun" approach might work for you, and why it's better not to work remotely if you're just starting out. Danny also talks about his experience with Chingu.io, a platform that pairs you with other developers to create group coding projects, and how he's benefited from joining it. Ultimately, you'll find out how Danny landed his first dev job, even though the company didn't advertise the job he's doing now as a junior position!π Connect with Dannyπ¨βπΌ LinkedInπ§° Resources Mentioned Danny's gameState app Scrimba Bootcamp Chingu.io βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.Β
From Lab Coat to Code: Vanessa's Path from Lab Scientist to Developing Lab Software
π About the episodeMeet Vanessa Vun πΊπΈ! Vanessa is a long-time listener of the Scrimba podcast. She's also a career changer who has spent a decade working as a lab scientist before realizing she would be happier coding. She started learning front-end in April 2022. By September, she started applying for jobs. In June this year, she landed a job at a startup making lab software!However, Vanessa's path to success was not without challenges. She started applying for tech jobs during layoffs, facing rejections due to a lack of relevant experience. In this episode, she shares how she tackled that and whether or not unpaid internships and volunteering are a good idea. You'll also learn how Vanessa created her own curriculum by analyzing what people learn at bootcamps, why it's essential to get outside feedback on your coding projects, and how to make the most out of your LinkedIn, mentorships, and the podcasts you listen to.Β π Connect with Jen-Li π©βπΌ LinkedIn π Website Β πΒ Twitter, I guess π§° Resources Mentioned Front-end Developer Career Path Learn React for free!Β Podcast: Homeschooler, College Dropout, Developer and Master Networker: Crush Your Career with Madison Kanna Podcast: Listen to This If You're Working on Your Developer Portfolio, with Alex from TechRally Brian Jenney Vanessa's Lab Kanban βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.
How to Create a Personal Brand (and Why You Need One)
π About the episodePersonal branding is something we often mention on this podcast. However, it is also something many developers donβt prioritize.Β In today's job market, having a strong personal brand is vital for success in the tech industry. Personal branding involves crafting a distinctive image and reputation for yourself, setting you apart, and ensuring you get noticed rather than ignored. When others appreciate your work and projects and understand your capabilities, they may approach you with enticing job opportunities or freelance projects. A hiring manager at a company you applied for will, for sure, google you. Wouldn't it be great if you could control what they see?Also, by maintaining a personal brand, youβll be more visible to your peers - which will help you create or find community.Β In this episode, weβve compiled advice from multiple experts to help you get started with or further develop your brand as a developer. Get ready for actionable advice from Gary Simon, Cassidy Williams, Josh Comeau, Shawn Wang (Swyx), and Madison Kanna!π§° Resources Mentioned The Coding Career Handbook by Swyx (30% discount applied when you use this link) Learn in Public by Swyx Josh's book, Building an Effective Dev Portfolio (it's FREE!) xScope PixelSnap Fontpair Podcast: Becoming a six-figure freelancer, with Gary Simon Podcast: Homeschooler, College Dropout, Developer and Master Networker: Crush Your Career with Madison Kanna Podcast: How to Create a Web Dev Portfolio That Both HR and Other Developers Will Love, with Josh Comeau Podcast: Ace the job interview with Cassidy WilliamsΒ Podcast: How to make your own luck with Shawn Wang (Swyx) π Connect with Gary Simon π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π₯ YouTube π Connect with Cassidy Williams π¨βπΌ LinkedIn β Twitter π Connect with Josh Comeau π¨π»βπΌ LinkedIn π Blog + Website π Connect with Shawn Wang π Website β Twitter π Connect with Madison Kanna π©πΌβπΌ LinkedIn πΒ Website βοΈ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review here and tell us who you want to see on the next podcast.You can also Tweet Alex from Scrimba at @bookercodes and tell them what lessons you learned from the episode so that he can thank you personally for tuning in π Or tell Jan he's butchered your name here.