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#153 - From Nike’s Principal Software Engineer to YouTube Sensation: The Jack Herrington Interview

July 15, 2024 Brian Jenney
#153 - From Nike’s Principal Software Engineer to YouTube Sensation: The Jack Herrington Interview
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#153 - From Nike’s Principal Software Engineer to YouTube Sensation: The Jack Herrington Interview
Jul 15, 2024
Brian Jenney

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Jack Herrington is the mastermind behind the YouTube channel Blue Collar Coder where he does deep dives on React, JavaScript and front end concepts.

He shares his impressive 40-year journey in coding that began at age 13 and has remained close to the front end and excelled in software with only a high school diploma!

From working at Nike and Walmart Labs to becoming a prominent tech content creator, Jack opens up about balancing his YouTube channel, a high-level tech role, and personal life.

Jack offers invaluable career tips, opens up about dealing with dyslexia, and advice for junior developers looking to thrive in the tech industry.

Check out his YouTube channel if you're learning JS, React or NextJS, it's a no brainer: https://www.youtube.com/@jherr

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Jack Herrington is the mastermind behind the YouTube channel Blue Collar Coder where he does deep dives on React, JavaScript and front end concepts.

He shares his impressive 40-year journey in coding that began at age 13 and has remained close to the front end and excelled in software with only a high school diploma!

From working at Nike and Walmart Labs to becoming a prominent tech content creator, Jack opens up about balancing his YouTube channel, a high-level tech role, and personal life.

Jack offers invaluable career tips, opens up about dealing with dyslexia, and advice for junior developers looking to thrive in the tech industry.

Check out his YouTube channel if you're learning JS, React or NextJS, it's a no brainer: https://www.youtube.com/@jherr

Shameless Plugs

🧠 ​Parsity​ - a coding program for career changers

​🚀 dev30​ - learn JS in 2024 and get a massive discount to Parsity

​🤵🏽‍♂️ Brian's LinkedIn​

Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another Course

Serious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️

Introduction to the Podcast
Meet Jack Harrington
Jack's Early Coding Journey
Career Highlights and Experiences
The Power of Frontend Development
Advice for Aspiring Developers
The Journey of a Tech Content Creator
The Importance of JavaScript Fundamentals
Addressing AI and Developer Job Market Concerns
Specialization and Skills for New Grads
The Value of AI and Data Science
Opportunities in Web Development
Networking and Making Connections
Learning Resources for JavaScript and Front-End Development
Exploring New Technologies Through Small Projects
The Importance of Incremental Development
Overcoming Dyslexia in Tech
Encouraging the Next Generation of Engineers
Conclusion and Final Thoughts