Pybites Podcast by Julian Sequeira & Bob Belderbos

06.24.2024

#165 - Kelly Schuster-Paredes: Integrating Python + AI in Education and Other Areas

Welcome back to our Pybites podcast. In this exciting episode we talk again with Kelly Schuster-Paredes about teaching Python, Pycon's education summit, how we are all learners and teachers, AI in education and for learning, how coding / programming skills...

06.18.2024

#164 - Mastering Python Development: Overcoming Common Pitfalls and Building Success

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast! This week, we delve into six common pitfalls that Python developers face and offer insights on how to gain control and influence in your programming career. Tune in for tips on networking, continuous learning,...

06.01.2024

#163 - Andrew Farr: Fascinating Python Data Projects and Improving 1% Every Day

Join our community here Become a better developer through our coaching --- Join host Bob as he sits down with Andrew Farr, a seasoned data engineer, to explore his career trajectories, triumphs, and challenges. In this episode, Andrew shares his recent transition from the...

05.25.2024

#162 - Pycon US 2024 Debrief

In this episode we share our experience + takeaways from attending Pycon US 2024. * correction: where Bob said "Hablemos Español" he actually referred to: http://hablemospython.dev --- Join our Python community here. --- Books: - Scarecrow - Four Thousand Weeks - Algorithms - Build a Large Language Model (From...

05.20.2024

#161 - 10 Essential Things to Add to Your Python Project on GitHub

In this episode of the Pybites Podcast, hosts Bob Belderbos dives into the essential components you need for a successful public Python project on GitHub. From organizing your code and creating a standout README.md to setting up automated tests and...

05.03.2024

#160 - Unpacking Pydantic's Growth and the Launch of Logfire with Samuel Colvin

Join our Pybites Community for free here We coach people with their Python, developer and mindset skills, more info here. --- This week we have an exciting interview with Pydantic's creator Samuel Colvin. --- NOTE that it's best to watch this episode on YouTube,...

04.29.2024

#159 - How Luis Palacios Transitioned from Blue Collar to Tech with Python & Mindset

Join our Community for free here Get your personal coach here --- In this episode Julian speaks with Luis Palacios, an IT Analyst and aspiring Cloud Architect. What makes this conversation extra special is that Luis shares his journey from a traditionally "blue collar",...

04.18.2024

#158 - Navigating Layoffs: Adopting the Right Mindset for Career Resilience

Join our Community for free here Get your personal coach here --- In this episode, Bob and Julian explore the challenges of being laid off and discuss strategies for adopting the right mindset to effectively navigate this difficult phase. They provide practical advice...

04.11.2024

#157 - Code, Music, and Python Education: A Conversation with Christopher Bailey

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03.26.2024

#156 - Mindset, Networking, and Personal Growth in Technology Careers with Louise Oprel

This episode features a discussion with Louise Oprel, a cloud advocate, on her career journey and experiences with networking, mentoring, and personal growth. Louise and Bob share insights into developing the right mindset for success and overcoming challenges through small,...

03.15.2024

#155 - Django, Open Source & Pycon Conferences, Paolo Melchiorre's Developer Odyssey

Join us as we journey through Django, open source, and PyCon conferences with special guest Paolo Melchiorre. We explore Django's evolution, the impact of open source, and the vibrant atmosphere of PyCons. Paolo shares his developer odyssey, offering personal insights and experiences...

03.06.2024

#154 - Mindset Lessons From Building Pybites and Its Future Vision

In this episode coach Hugh sits down with Julian, co-founder of Pybites, to delve into the heart of what makes Pybites more than just about Python. Julian shares the triumphs and trials of building Pybites, highlighting the significant milestones from...

03.01.2024

#153 - Elevating Python Security: A Conversation with PyPI's Safety & Security Engineer Mike Fiedler

This week we interview Mike Fiedler, the PyPI Safety & Security Engineer at the Python Software Foundation (PSF). We discuss the importance of security within the Python ecosystem and offering practical advice for Python developers to enhance their security awareness. Highlights...

02.20.2024

#152 - Will AI Replace Us Developers? No! But Using AI Tools Will Give You an Edge ...

And we're back, Julian and Bob this time! We're hearing some people being worried about AI and its impact on developer roles, even to the extent of being skeptical to move in or keep progressing into our field. Hence we thought...

02.16.2024

#151 - Mastering Open Source: The Journey to FastAPI Expertise, One Issue at a Time

This week on the Pybites Podcast, join Robin and Bob as they sit down with the remarkably skilled Marcelo Trylesinski, a distinguished software engineer currently working at Pydantic. Not only is Marcelo a key maintainer for Uvicorn and Starlette, he's...

02.14.2024

#150 - Steve Lott on Coding, Writing, and Technomad Living

This week on the podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Steve Lott, a seasoned software developer and author whose mantra is turning coffee into code since 1978. Steve has penned several influential books, including "Mastering Object-Oriented Python," "Modern Python Cookbook," and "Functional...

02.01.2024

#149 - Jacob Moyers: Motivation is Temporary, Discipline and Disagreeing With Yourself

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01.24.2024

#148 - Will McGugan: Rich, Textualize, Open Source and Developer Mindset

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01.18.2024

#147 - Chris Williams: The Art of Cloud Therapy and Embracing Vulnerability

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast! In this exciting episode, we delve into the world of cloud computing and personal growth with the remarkable Chris Williams, a renowned AWS Hero and "cloud therapist." Discover Chris's unique approach to demystifying cloud technology...

01.12.2024

#146 - Armin Ronacher: Flask 3.0, Open Source, Rust and Developer Mindset

Grow your Python + developer + mindset skills with our weekly emails --- In this podcast episode we talk with Armin Ronacher, open source developer, creator of Flask and principle architect at Sentry. Armin shares his personal journey in open-source development, providing valuable...

01.11.2024

#145 - Never Give Up! Persistence will be Key in 2024

Grow your Python + developer + mindset skills with our weekly emails --- Happy 2024! And welcome back to our Pybites podcast.

12.21.2023

#144 - Cassandra Babilya's Career Change Checklist

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast. In this episode we have Cassandra Babilya back to talk about changing jobs + pivoting careers. She shares personal stories, practical advice as well as her Career Change Checklist which we highly encourage you...

12.11.2023

#143 - Mastering Python with Łukasz Langa: The Story Behind Core Development and Black

Join us in this intriguing podcast episode where we delve into the world of Python with Łukasz Langa, a key figure in the Python community. This episode, packed with technical insights and personal anecdotes, covers a range of topics from...

12.07.2023

#142 - Will Frey: Becoming a Coach, Generators and Design Patterns

This week we have Will Frey back on the show. We talk about Will's transition into coach for our Pybites Developer Mindset program. Will shares his journey with Python, his recent move to South Korea, and the joy of welcoming...

11.27.2023

#141 - Wolf Vollprecht: Making Conda More Poetic With Pixi

In our new podcast episode, we chat with Wolf Vollprecht, the creator of Pixi, a groundbreaking package manager merging Poetry and Conda's approaches. Discover how Pixi leverages Conda Forge's open-source community for robust package management. Wolf takes us behind the scenes, explaining...

11.17.2023

#140 - Salary Negotiation Tips (Taken From the PDM Mindset Hacking Calls)

In this week's podcast episode we tune into a PDM Mindset Hacking call where Julian offers the group some valuable tips when it comes to negotiating your salary when applying for jobs. These tips will help you determine what your worth...

11.09.2023

#139 - Maximizing Your Developer Experience (DX) with Adam Johnson: Git Mastery, Django and Open Source

This week we talk with Adam Johnson, Python developer / consultant, Django steering counsel member and prolific book author. We start off with some wins, then we dive into his new Boost your Git DX book. We also discuss: • Adam's focus on...

11.01.2023

#138 - New Pybites Python Developer Certificates and How They Are Different

Welcome back to the Pybites Podcast. We've been teasing this for a while, and it's finally here: our Python Developer Certificates. They're not just shiny badges. They're the real deal, representing solid Python skills, experience with frameworks like Django/FastAPI, debugging,...

10.30.2023

#137 - Sentry, a Developer's Partner, Interview with Co-Founder David Cramer

This week PDM coaches Hugh + Ryan talk with David Cramer, Co-founder and CTO of Sentry! They delve into the journey of Sentry and its rise as an essential tool for developers. David highlights how Sentry's developer-first approach significantly contributed to its...

10.24.2023

#136 - How to Land a Dev Job in 2023: Proven Strategies & Mistakes to Avoid

In this episode, we delve deep into the nuances of developer job hunting in 2023. The job market landscape has evolved, making persistence and resilience key virtues for any aspiring developer. We shed light on why you shouldn't limit your...

10.17.2023

#135 - Our Concern with Programming Certifications

In our new podcast episode, recorded in Córdoba, Spain, we talk about programming certifications and how they might not represent real developer skills. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Wins 02:57 About programmer certifications 04:14 Concern 1. Do they stand the test of time? 06:52 Concern 2. Theory,...

10.10.2023

#134: Using Python in Excel with PyXLL's Creator, Tony Roberts

In this podcast episode we talk with Tony Roberts, creator of PyXLL (pronounced "pixel"). We dive into the backstory of this Python Excel Add-in, why he built it, features, success stories, the business side of things, and also how it...

09.25.2023

#133 - Meet Will Raphaelson: From Script to Production Flow With Prefect & Marvin AI

This week Robin Beer - one of our coaches - interviews Will Raphaelson, Principal Product Manager at Prefect.

09.18.2023

#132 - How to Be a Productive Content Creator?

This week Hugh Tipping interviews Bob Belderbos about how he manages to get so much content produced on a weekly basis. They discuss daily routines, the content planning process, tools, content quality assurance, how to avoid burnout and more general tips. Enjoy...

09.15.2023

#131 - Write more maintainable Python code, avoid these 15 code smells

This week we talk about code smells.

09.08.2023

#130 - Excel Embraces Python, Opening Doors to New Roles and How PDI Can Help

In this episode, we delve into the groundbreaking integration of Python within Microsoft Excel and its transformative impact on non-tech professions.

08.31.2023

#129 - Empower Your Python Ambitions - From Idea Paralysis to Real-World Projects

In this podcast episode we talk about the significance of building real-world Python applications. Bob highlights the importance of breaking away from tutorial paralysis and creating genuine software solutions to understand and confront real-world complexities. He also emphasizes the career...

08.23.2023

#128 - Harnessing Downtime: The Power of Disconnecting

In this episode of the Pybites podcast, we dive into the power of stepping back from the daily grind, whether that's coding or career-focused

08.10.2023

#127 - How the Flocking Rules Can Help You Refactor Your Code

In this new podcast episode we are excited to have Chris May back to delve deeper into the intricacies of refactoring. We talk about the significance of the Flocking Rules, a set of guidelines derived from "99 Bottles of OOP" by...

08.04.2023

#126 - How the Pygmalion Effect can improve your team's performance

This is the third and last mindset series episode with Alejandro Briceño. In this episode we talk about the Pygmalion Effect. What is it and what impact it can have in the work place and on people's performance. Alejandro also shares his...

08.01.2023

#125 - The Importance of Having a Growth Mindset

Today part II with Alejandro Briceño joining us to talk about growth mindset. What does it mean, why is it so important and how has it been extremely helpful in Alejandro's career? Enjoy! Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:29 What does it mean to have a growth...

07.28.2023

#124 - Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges by Using Positive Self-Talk

In this episode we are joined by Alejandro Briceño, a chemical engineer turned HR professional and innovation consultant. We delve into the power of positive self-talk and its impact on facing challenges and fostering a growth mindset. We discuss the...

07.19.2023

#123 - From Teacher to Python Developer by Building a Community Platform Using Django

This week we talk with James Dycus about his journey from teacher to Python software developer. We talk about his background as a teacher and how het got into Python. How he joined our PDM program a few months ago and...

07.14.2023

#122 - Using Python (and FastAPI) to support PFAS research

In this podcast episode, Robert Young, the director of an analytical chemistry lab at New Mexico State University, shares his unique journey from being a lawyer to becoming a chemist and a Python programmer. He explains how his passion for...

07.04.2023

#121 - What to do after being made redundant or laid off

This week we have Emily Wilcock on the show, recruitment manager and Pybites career coach

06.23.2023

#120 - 11 Planning and Productivity tips for Python developers

This week we talk with Sambhavi Dhanabalan about productivity as a developer. She shares 11 tips from her experience: 3 around planning and 8 generic tips. We also talk about her background, wins and a book she's reading. Enjoy this insightful conversation...

06.15.2023

#119 - Chris May on the importance of refactoring

In this episode we talk with Chris May, Python developer and coach, about his background and passion for refactoring. This turned into a beautiful love letter

06.07.2023

#118 - Veterans in the workplace, challenges and tips

In this podcast episode, Julian interviews Isaac Smit, a former member of the US Navy and current program manager at Amazon. He discusses the challenges faced by veterans in the workplace and how we can support them better. Isaac highlights two main...

05.31.2023

#117 - What's enough as a developer and in life?

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast! Today we hone in on the concept of "Enough", which we read about in the book "Psychology of Money" - chapter 3, titled "Never Enough". We discuss what this means and relate it back to...

05.26.2023

#116 - From 0 to 1 in Python: how Charles shipped his Fusion Chronicles Django app

In this insightful conversation with software developer, PDM-er, and entrepreneur Charles Carriere, we delve into his journey of launching personal projects, overcoming imposter syndrome, and mastering Python. He shares his experience of creating a Django app in our PDM program...

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