DonTheDeveloper Podcast
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.
Episodes
179 episodes
My Transparent 28-Day Challenge | Channel & Life Updates (part 2)
Here's where I share my goals, failures from last month, and what I'm going to do about it next month. The goal of this is to just provide some transparency into my own struggles with trying to grow and provide community updates.
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Episode 179
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17:20
How Overexcitement Derails Aspiring Developers
This episode explores why many aspiring developers who start with intense excitement and motivation often end up quitting. Overexcitement can lead to unrealistic expectations and burnout, derailing your coding journey. Learn how to recognize th...
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Episode 178
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15:55
Why Your Personal Projects Aren't Getting You Hired
Are your personal projects failing to get you hired? In this video, I break down the common mistakes aspiring developers make with their projects and why they aren't standing out to employers. Many think that just building a variety of projects...
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Episode 177
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17:15
Trapped in a Dead End Developer Job? Here’s How to Break Free.
Feeling stuck in your dev job? You’re not alone. In this, I’m breaking down why so many developers end up in dead-end positions and, more importantly, how you can break free. No fluff, just real talk about what’s holding you back and what you c...
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Episode 176
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17:04
3 Ways to LEVEL UP as a Junior Developer
In this video, I’m going over three key ways you can level up as a junior developer. These aren’t magic tricks or quick fixes; they’re real strategies that many successful developers have adopted.First, we’ll talk about why mastering the...
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Episode 175
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19:21
Why Most Aspiring Devs Give Up Within 1 Year (Brutally Honest Advice)
Breaking into tech is tougher than most people think, and the journey to becoming a developer is filled with misleading promises and unrealistic expectations. In this video, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the brutal truth about why mo...
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Episode 174
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19:20
5 Ways to Chase a Mentor Away as a Junior Developer
In this video, I’m diving into why senior developers often refuse to mentor junior developers. If you’ve been struggling to find a mentor, it might be because of some common mistakes that are easy to fix but often overlooked. I’ll share five ha...
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Episode 173
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16:40
You should be THANKING Developers Who "Gatekeep"
In this video, I’m going to dive into one of the most controversial topics in the developer community—gatekeeping. I know it’s a term that gets thrown around a lot, usually with a lot of negativity. But today, I’m here to tell you why you shoul...
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Episode 172
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18:33
Learning to Code as an Adult (Overwhelmed With Responsibilities)
As many of you know, learning to code as an adult with a full plate of responsibilities is no small feat. Over 75% of you watching my channel are over 25 years old, so I get it—you’re balancing jobs, family, relationships, and more. In this vid...
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Episode 171
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21:22
Tired of Rejection as an Aspiring Developer? Listen To This.
When I was trying to break into the software development field, I used to dread rejection. Every rejection email, every interview where I was told I wasn’t a good fit—it all felt like confirmation that I wasn’t cut out for this. As someone with...
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Episode 170
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20:17
My Transparent 28-Day Challenge | Building a Startup | Channel & Life Updates
Hey everyone! I’m starting a new series (monthly) where I get real about my goals, challenges, and the changes I’m making. From recording a LOT more Youtube videos to reviving old projects and setting ambitious 28-day goals, I’m sharing it all....
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Episode 169
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15:22
"Learning To Code Feels Like A Chore. Will I Ever Develop Passion For This?"
Learning to code can feel like a grind, and for some, the passion might never develop. In this video, I respond to a viewer who's feeling burned out and frustrated, questioning if they'll ever truly enjoy coding. I'll discuss the reality that, ...
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Episode 168
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15:46
The Typical Developer Portfolio MUST Die
Today, we're diving into a topic that might ruffle some feathers: the traditional developer portfolio. It's time to rethink what we've been told about showcasing our skills. I've got Derek Wood with me, a seasoned web developer and director at ...
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Episode 167
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57:52
Do NOT Move For Your Next Developer Job
Can you really afford to uproot your life for a new developer job offer? With the alarming trend of companies, including big names, rescinding signed offers, please listen to this if you're looking for your first or next developer job.
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Season 1
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Episode 166
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15:17
3 Qualities I've Noticed in Successful Junior Developers
Here are 3 traits in aspiring developers that I've noticed, who eventually break into the industry.
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Season 1
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Episode 165
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19:24
My HONEST Review of Scrimba's Frontend Developer Career Path
I ran 8 students through an experimental frontend cohort for 6 months. We used Scrimba's Frontend Developer Career Path for the curriculum. I went through it myself, with my students, and here are my honest thoughts about Scrimba's program. If ...
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Episode 164
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46:43
Coding Bootcamps ARE Still Viable in 2024
Are coding bootcamps worth it on 2024? Absolutely. Let's talk about why that is.
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Season 1
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Episode 163
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18:29
Learning To Code With ADHD
If you have ADHD and you're looking for strategies to be successful with your learning to code journey, this episode is for you.Henry Lam (guest):Website - https://www.adhdcoachingnearme....
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Episode 162
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54:39
How To Actually Network as a Junior Developer (Keep It Simple)
Whenever aspiring developers hear that they need to "network", it tends to illicit thoughts of stuffy networking events and social anxiety. I think people just over-complicate what networking really is about. It's just about building meaningful...
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Episode 161
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23:21
We Need To Bring "Gatekeeping" Back To Web Development
Ready to bridge the developer skill gap and set yourself up for success in the tech industry? Join me and my guest, Derek Wood, better known as Sheriff Derek, as we dissect the growing disparity between what employers expect and the current ski...
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Episode 160
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1:17:26
The Cold Application Approach Is DEAD For Developers
I answered an aspiring developer's question:"In late 2022, I decided to get into SE to become a front end dev and decided to join an in-person bootcamp in 2023 to accelerate my learning. Choosing the bootcamp route over traditional scho...
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Episode 159
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26:21
"I've applied For 400 Developer Jobs and Only Got 1 Phone Interview. What Do I Do?"
I answered an aspiring developer's question:"Biggest roadblock is just getting people to talk to me. Almost straight out of bootcamp I landed a junior software engineering role at a small digital product studio. Worked there for 9 month...
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Episode 158
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10:02
What I Love and Hate About Live Coding
Live coding has emerged as a compelling medium for developers to showcase their skills, engage with communities, and build personal brands. It's a digital stage where the immediacy of programming meets the unpredictability of live performance, ...
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Episode 157
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16:39
There's a MASSIVE Skill Gap Among New Developers
When it comes to breaking into the tech industry, there’s a labyrinth of myths and misconceptions about what it really takes to be job-ready as a developer. In this eye-opening podcast episode, Derek, a seasoned web developer and educator known...
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Episode 156
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1:08:22