The Pybites Podcast is a podcast about Python Development, Career and Mindset skills. Hosted by the Co-Founders, Bob Belderbos and Julian Sequeira, this podcast...
#184: The pathway to success - how an open mind can lead to your dream job
The road to landing a dream developer job is often paved with persistence, continuous learning, and a willingness to look beyond traditional tech hubs. In this episode, CJ Stein shares his journey from mechanical engineer to software developer at a cheese manufacturing company.Throughout our conversation we're reminded that developer jobs exist everywhere – not just at tech giants and startups. By expanding where you look and having confidence in your ability to learn, you might just find your perfect role in the most unexpected place.___Pybites Circle Community: https://pybites.circle.so/CJ's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steincj/___If you found this podcast helpful, please consider following us!For more Pybites:Developer Mindset Newsletter: https://pybit.es/newsletter 💡Bob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/Julian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bbelderbos.bsky.socialJulian BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/juliansequeira.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pybites/Twitter: https://x.com/pybitesApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pybites-podcast/id1545551340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sJnriPKKVgPIX7UU9PIN1
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#183: AI’s silent takeover - are we losing our programming skills?
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of coding, raising vital questions about our approach to software development. In this episode, we unpack the implications of AI on programming skills and the future of learning to code. As AI increasingly handles various programming tasks, some developers are concerned that new, and even seasoned, coders may be losing touch with critical programming skills. While AI offers opportunities to streamline processes, we highlight the necessity of engaging with coding on a fundamental level.Throughout the episode, we celebrate successes from our coding community, and highlight that while the journey can be challenging, determination and a positive mindset can ultimately lead to career success.Article discussed: AI is Creating a Generation of Illiterate ProgrammersPybites Circle Community: https://pybites.circle.so/Pybites Community Events: https://pybites.circle.so/c/community-eventsBooks mentioned:Nexus - https://pybitesbooks.com/books/n4rvEAAAQBAJFastAPI Cookbook - https://pybitesbooks.com/books/H6oSEQAAQBAJ___If you found this podcast helpful, please consider following us!For more Pybites:Developer Mindset Newsletter: https://pybit.es/newsletter 💡Bob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/Julian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bbelderbos.bsky.socialJulian BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/juliansequeira.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pybites/Twitter: https://x.com/pybitesApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pybites-podcast/id1545551340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sJnriPKKVgPIX7UU9PIN1
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#182: Coding for a cure - how Victoria Kolmac is shaping the future of bio-medical engineering with Python
Meet the incredibly talented Victoria Kolmac, a university student with a passion for the intersection of biomedical engineering and computer science.Victoria shares her fascinating journey with us, outlining how she and her team built a pulse oximeter from scratch using Python and ESP32 microcontrollers, as well as her work on an advanced project aimed at non-invasively detecting thoracic pressure changes related to sleep apnea. We also delve into the world of quantum computing, exploring the basics of qubits and superposition and how Python is used for predictive modeling in this space. With personal stories of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, we emphasise the importance of perseverance in technical fields and highlight the real-world applications of Python in healthcare.Victoria's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-kolmac-a856b2249/Book Mention: "Nexus" - Yuval Noah Harari (https://pybitesbooks.com/books/n4rvEAAAQBAJ)Pybites Coaching: https://pybit.es/catalogue/the-pdm-program/___If you found this podcast helpful, please consider following us!For more Pybites:Developer Mindset Newsletter: https://pybit.es/newsletter 💡Bob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/Julian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bbelderbos.bsky.socialJulian BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/juliansequeira.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pybites/Twitter: https://x.com/pybitesApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pybites-podcast/id1545551340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sJnriPKKVgPIX7UU9PIN1
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#181 - From Olympic Lifting to Data Engineer: Tim Frazer’s Unconventional Path to Success
Tim Frazer shares his remarkable journey from a homeschooled kid on the Canadian coast to an entrepreneur in Philadelphia. He recounts his early life, influenced by two contrasting educational philosophies, and how this paved the way for his career in operations and software development. This episode delves into the parallels between sports and coding, as Tim shares his journey from yoga all the way to Olympic lifting, drawing lessons from the competitive sports mindset. We hear how feedback loops and embracing imperfect journeys has been crucial in Tim's personal and professional development, teaching him the importance of setting ambitious goals and the 'human' skills necessary to thrive in the world of technology and entrepreneurship.Tim's social media links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamtimfrazer/Bluesky: Tim frazer (@tfrazer.bsky.social)Substack: Tim Frazer | SubstackBooks / what we’re reading:Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for MasteryMoney for Couples: No More Stress. No More Fights. Just a 10-Step Plan to Create Your Rich Life Together.
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#180 - Transforming DevOps with Generative AI
Generative AI is revolutionising DevOps practices by streamlining incident management, enhancing collaboration, and enabling automation. In this episode, Bob chats with Chris Williams - Developer Relations Manager for HashiCorp - about the future of Ai in the tech industry. Throughout the episode, we discuss the practical applications of AI, address concerns regarding job security, and learn about the importance of staying up-to-date with ever-changing advancements in AI.Article:https://community.aws/content/2rRTRRuo2Tj6r0FXZmWJH8gNHjP/supercharge-your-devops-practices-with-generative-aiTalk:https://youtu.be/POn5WYFw4xU?si=jtBMmPwe9yb-fe8IRepo:https://github.com/aws-samples/genai-for-devopsChris social media links:Chris Williams☁️🐍 (@mistwire.com)Chris Williams (@mistwire) on XBooks / what we’re reading:Chris: https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Terraform-practical-deploying-infrastructure-ebook/dp/B0CZKFZ6NK + https://www.amazon.com/Go-Programming-Beginner-Professional-everything-ebook/dp/B0CZ6WFKNBBob: https://www.amazon.com/ChatGPT-Accountants-practitioners-harnessing-revolutionize-ebook/dp/B0CX1L8MNP +https://www.amazon.com/Machine-Learning-Generative-Marketing-data-driven-ebook/dp/B0D6BFJ1WK
The Pybites Podcast is a podcast about Python Development, Career and Mindset skills. Hosted by the Co-Founders, Bob Belderbos and Julian Sequeira, this podcast is for anyone interested in Python and looking for tips, tricks and concepts related to Career + Mindset. For more information on Pybites, visit us at https://pybit.es and connect with us on LinkedIn:Julian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliansequeira/Bob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbelderbos/
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