Pybites Podcast

A brief description for the time being for episode 168:

In this episode Julian interviews Joao Pedro Chaib (JP), a Software Engineer based in Sydney, Australia. JP achieved what so many people dream of every day: transitioning from another industry into the Tech Industry, all while moving countries!

Listen to JP's story where he shares the journey, the many mindset hurdles that he overcame along the way, and tips for others looking to make this change. As always, mindset plays a BIG part!

If you'd like to follow JP you can catch him here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joao-pedro-chaib-39839915a/

Instagram: @jotachaib

Github: https://github.com/jpchaib

Learn more about _nology, the company that supported JP on his journey in Sydney: https://nology.io/

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In this episode Blaise Pabon shares his experience joining a Code Reading Club and how it helped him improve as a developer.

He hosted one in PDM last week and it was a cool experience, a great exercise to better read unfamiliar code and to learn from each other in a group setting.

Enjoy this insightful conversation with Blaise ...

Resources:

Code Reading Club website

Felienne Hermans' work:
- The Programmer's Brain (also discussed with AJ here)
- Code Reading Club

Connect with Blaise:
- Pybites Community
- LinkedIn
- GitHub
- Fosstodon

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In our new podcast episode we explore the importance of asking for help and pushing through the fear in order to do so.

We delve into how sharing your expertise can create valuable reciprocal relationships and emphasize the benefits of asking questions, especially for junior developers.

We share personal anecdotes, highlighting how overcoming fear and leveraging your network can propel your career forward, in all professional endeavors really.

As usual we also talk about wins and books.

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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 evolve your brain far beyond their initial aim, exciting tech trends, mindset, wins and books. Phew that is a whole lot so make sure you tune in and get inspired!

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast. In this exciting episode, we reconnect with Kelly Schuster-Paredes to discuss the dynamic world of teaching Python.

We delve into PyCon's education summit, the dual roles of learners and teachers, and the transformative power of AI in education.

Discover how coding skills can evolve your brain, explore the latest tech trends, and gain insights into the right mindset for developers.

Plus, Kelly shares her recent wins and book recommendations. There's a lot to unpack in this episode, so tune in and get inspired!

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Teaching Python podcast

Book tip: Artificial Artifacts

Reach out to Kelly:
- X
- LinkedIn

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, developing good habits, showcasing your work, bouncing back from failed interviews, and the importance of community.

Check out our PDM coaching
If you're more beginner, check out PDI first

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Rust:
- Exercises
- Bob's blog

Kids book tip:
- The Anxious Generation
 

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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 US to the UK, landing a new data job, and the daily grind of becoming a data engineer.

From adopting a growth mindset to honing his Python skills, Andrew reveals the secrets behind his success. Dive deep into his passion for data analysis, content creation, and the importance of self-promotion in the tech industry.

But it's not all about code. Discover Andrew's diverse interests beyond the screen, from photography to historical conservation projects. Join us as we uncover the importance of continuous learning, non-coding activities, and the encouragement needed to pursue your dreams in the world of tech.

Tune in for invaluable insights, practical advice, and a dose of inspiration to fuel your own data journey.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro snippet and music
01:00 Andrew Farr intro and win of the week
02:25 Experience of new job
03:18 1% per day improvement compounding
03:56 Only compare to your yesterday's self
04:36 Python journey and mindset
07:08 Always be coding + PDM challenge mindset
09:00 What fascinates you about data?
10:32 Some of your data projects (link with history)
12:25 Sharing work and current projects
14:07 PDM ad segment
14:33 Newsletter and consistency
15:34 How do you come up with interesting ideas
17:30 Critical thinking and the data analyst mindset
19:10 Importance of online presence for a developer
20:05 Does it become easier over time?
21:16 Additional mindset tips / selling yourself
23:15 Influence of non-coding skills
25:07 Book tips
26:42 Final shout-out / piece of advice
27:51 Wrap out and outro music

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Books:
-  Elizabeth's Spymaster
- Data Engineering with Google Cloud Platform

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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


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Books:
- Scarecrow
- Four Thousand Weeks
- Algorithms
- Build a Large Language Model (From Scratch)

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 ensuring your project is contribution-friendly, he covers everything to help you build a robust and collaborative Python project.

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, these tips will enhance your project's usability, maintainability, and community engagement.

Join the discussion and learn how to set a solid foundation for your open-source projects ...

Mentioned / related links:
- Starting a Python project - poetry, pip-tools, git + GitHub, package or not?
- Using pip-tools to manage Python dependencies
- Increase Python code quality with pre-commit
- How to handle environment variables in Python
- How to test a Python project against multiple versions using tox
- What are Makefiles and why + how to use them in your Python projects

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This week we have an exciting interview with Pydantic's creator Samuel Colvin.

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NOTE that it's best to watch this episode on YouTube, because Samuel demos Pydantic's new Logfire product as well as a bit of FastUI. 💡 💪 😍
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Delving into the origins, Samuel shares with us how Pydantic was conceived to streamline data validation, drawing inspiration from similar tools but quickly exceeding expectations in popularity and adoption. 📈

Samuel touches on the monumental speed improvements in version 2, achieved by incorporating Rust, shares insights into the transition of Pydantic into a company and its future vision. We also touch upon front-end development for which he developed another library called FastUI. 😎

And last but not least Samuel demos Pydantic's new exciting Logfire product that was just released. 💡 😍

Chapters:
00:00 Intro Samuel
01:57 Win of the week
02:23 Pydantic framework and company backstory
05:10 FastAPI's part in Pydantic's grow
06:20 Adapting to framework dependencies
07:50 Making Pydantic faster with Rust
12:15 Learning Rust or not as a Python dev
14:16 Pydantic as a company
15:46 Open source ideas vs business requirements
17:20 Introducing Pydantic Logfire
19:15 Live demo (YouTube)
25:12 Resource / energy measuring with Logfire
26:41 Pydantic's vision for the next years
29:46 Doing front-end with FastUI (short demo)
31:13 Using FastUI at Pydantic and the team
33:56 Pybites ad
34:12 FastUI vs Streamlit for fast prototyping
36:46 Key skills for Python devs / open source in 2024
38:10 Work life balance / build things as a customer
41:00: Advice for entrepreneurial minded developers
42:48 Hobbies / interests outside of work
43:26 Podcast recommendation
43:50 Wrap up and outro

Links:
- Check out Pydantic Logfire here
- Reach out to Samuel on X
- Pybites Ad segment: The PDM Program

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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", labour intensive role, to his first job in I.T. Full disclaimer: he achieved this after completing our PDM Program.

Luis shares how learning Python and Mindset skills built his confidence such that he was able to apply for his first tech role and then continue pushing through the complexities and challenges that came with it.

This really reinforces one of our current messages to folks that Python makes coding accessible to everyone. It doesn't matter who you are, or what industry you're in, Python can help you achieve your goals!

Enjoy!

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction episode and Luis
03:22 Luis' career journey
06:58 PDM takeaways, mindset and building confidence
09:21 From custodian to IT analyst
14:23 Favorite helpdesk experiences and networking
16:58 Python coding, side projects and LLMs
21:16 2 mindset tips
24:58 Importance of podcasts for learning
27:58 What's next?
30:56 Final piece of advice / takeaway
32:06 Book tip: Wiring the Winning Organization
34:10 Wrap up / outro

Links:
- Reach out to Luis on LinkedIn
- Book tip: Wiring the Winning Organization

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