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Mentoring Developers
By Arsalan AhmedTechnology
Mentoring Developers episodes
- Episode 53 – Poverty vs. Dedication – The Man With A MissionMeet our next guest, Andre Witt. Andre grew up in an area where the school did the best they could, but the hope upon finishing high school was to simply be able to gain a two-year college education and find a trade. That was not enough for Andre. He aspired to so much more. And […]56 min
- Episode 52 – Code School Vs. 4-Year CollegeThe decision to learn to code is a big one and often a life-changing one. While you could opt to get a formal education at a local college or university, obtaining your degree in computer science is likely going to take you two to four years. Do you really want to wait that long? Another […]57 min
- Episode 51 – How to go from software boot camp student to instructor in no timeMeet our next guest, Adriana Castaneda. Adriana was initially taking a different career path. She was a biology major who had her sights on going into medical research, but something happened that changed her course. Her sister was a DeVry University student and Adriana accompanied her to some tech meetups. It didn’t take long before curiosity […]1 hr 10 min
- Episode 50 – From Educator to Developer to EntrepreneurListen in to episode 50 as Arsalan and Quincy discuss how Free Code Camp came to be and how you can benefit from this wonderful resource. Don’t forget to sign up for Arsalan Ahmed’s Five Steps to Success as a Software Developer email series to guide you on your coding journey. Quincy Larson’s Bio: Quincy […]1 hr 13 min
- Episode 49 – How Liz made it big as a new developerOur next guest is Liz Rush and while Liz has only been coding for the last few years, she has become an expert at branding herself, which has turned out quite well for her and even opened up new opportunities. Listen in to episode 49 of Mentoring Developers as Arsalan Ahmed and Liz Rush discuss […]1 hr
- Episode 48 – What’s more exciting – Working on aircraft or software?Amanda began her journey as a college student, but like most students, you need outside funding to complete your education. Amanda met this challenge by joining the military, specifically, the U.S. Air Force where she spends her time working on aircraft. In her free time, Amanda is pursuing her education in software development through an […]55 min
- Episode 47 – Can you be more than just a developer?Meet returning special guest, Kevin Mack. Kevin was last on the show back in episode 26 and now he has returned to share further insight into the many career choices that are available when you get into tech. Kevin went from being a UX practitioner to getting involved in digital solutions, sales, and the creative […]54 min
- Episode 46 – Is DevOps a good career for me?Episode Highlights and Show Notes: Arsalan: This episode of Mentoring Developers is dedicated to all the wonderful listeners, the community of listeners, as well as all of your struggles and triumphs. I really enjoy making these episodes. It’s a lot of fun talking to developers, mentors, and everyone associated with this industry. We really are trying […]1 hr
- Episode 45 – Needs and News with SaraArsalan and Sara have chosen three articles that highlight today’s episode. They will talk about the content of the article versus the facts and statistics behind it. After all, how and where you get your information is just as important as the information itself. A well-informed developer can reap the rewards of staying on top […]1 hr 1 min
- Episode 44 – How to get a great job as a developerMeet Cassandra Ferris. Cassandra is not a developer. Nor is she a consultant. Cassandra is a recruiter. Now, recruiters, at least in the tech industry, have in some cases gained a bad rap, but don’t let that stop you from listening in. Cassandra has a unique background and history that is very interesting. Have you […]55 min
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Are you a new software developer? Or maybe you are thinking about jumping into a career in technology or software engineering but are not sure if you are cut out for it? Do you sometimes wonder if you need to go to college to get a job working in technology? Do you want to hear stories from people just like you who are struggling or struggled at the start of their careers and can give you invaluable tips and advice on how to overcome your situation and get ahead?
Learn from people just like you and be in the company of people who have all been there and they have great words of wisdom for you. Empathy for the struggles of a new or aspiring software developer is the theme of the Mentoring Developers podcast. We highlight the struggles women and minorities go through to be recognized as valuable team members and leaders in the world of technology. We show you how to find a mentor and how to be a good mentor. THIS is the platform for you - if you are one of the millions who are embarking on a journey towards making a very good living and getting ahead as software developers. Welcome! Thank you for listening ❤
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