The Programmer Toolbox

Kathryn and Robyn each share what a typical day looks like for them as software developers working in the tech industry. Find out what they do to make time for the things that matter to them while also balancing a full-time job and side hustles.

Kathryn and Robyn continue where they left off in episode 8 by walking through 3 additional beginner projects: a library catalogue, a quiz, and a game of hangman.

Happy New Year! Hear some stories about our favorite mobile apps in this week's episode of The Programmer Toolbox. Discover what apps and wearables we use as software developers and how they fit into our everyday lives.

Time to dive in, practice your skills, and start building your programming portfolio! Kathryn and Robyn discuss what considerations to make when defining the requirements for your coding projects. You'll be walked through how to build sample beginner projects that apply the fundamental computer science concepts covered in earlier episodes.

Do you store every piece of data in its own variable? Probably not... and if you had to, that would not be very fun, especially if had thousands or millions of data pieces. This week Kathryn and Robyn from The Programmer Toolbox will be talking all about data structures and why you need them. They'll also explain the basics of how you can organize data with object oriented programming and why it might be useful in your programs. 

In continuation of Episode 2, Episode 6 covers the next set of important software development terminology for beginners. Kathryn and Robyn introduce the elements that make up a programming language.

OMG... My code doesn't work!! Kathryn and Robyn of The Programmer Toolbox explain what to do when your code doesn't work. They explain what errors are in computer programming, how to debug your code, what software tools that help you find where the error occurs in your code and what resources to use to help you solve problems in your code. 

What is a personal project? Does it have to involve coding? Kathryn and Robyn of The Programmer Toolbox reveal how to gain resume-worthy experience before having any work experience. They cover what a personal project is, how to include it in a resume, and give examples of personal projects that you can work on. 

Do you need a computer science degree to work in tech? The Programmer Toolbox hosts debunk the myth that a computer science degree is required. Kathryn and Robyn evaluate whether to attend college, offer alternatives to conventional education, and provide advice on how to get work experience, build a portfolio, and market to potential employers.

Robyn Silber and Kathryn Hodge at The Programmer Toolbox break down computer science fundamentals.