Working Code

Working Code

By Adam Tuttle, Ben Nadel, Carol Hamilton, Tim CunninghamTechnology
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Working Code episodes

  • 195: When the Juice Isn't Worth the Squeeze

    In this week's episode, the hosts discuss situations where the effort put in is not worth the results. They cover topics like the inefficiency of tracking every minute, the high cost of striving for 100% code coverage, and handling lengthy build times during deployments. The team debates the importance of releasing features incrementally versus deploying massive changes and highlights the inefficiencies in requiring extensive requirements documentation.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    52 min
  • 194: Manifesting a New App

    In this week's episode, Adam consults with Carol and Tim about various aspects and challenges involved in the development of an app intended to streamline and digitize the process of organizing skydiving jumps.

    They discuss overcoming technical difficulties, such as integrating drag-and-drop functionalities, managing data efficiently, and incorporating features like login systems, billing, and user authentication. They also explore potential UI/UX improvements, including touch interface adaptations and notifications for jumpers.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    1 hr 7 min
  • 193: Bonds Built in the Foxholes

    In this episode, the hosts delve into the idea of whether bonds formed in moments of workplace trauma and high-stress situations are uniquely irreplaceable. The discussion also touches on how team-building activities can simulate the bonds formed under duress, the cultural differences in work stress, and challenges faced in the workplace.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    38 min
  • 192: The Best of Code and The Worst of Code

    In this episode, the hosts discuss their experiences with different codebases, from the best they've worked on to the worst. They explore the complexities of evolving and maintaining legacy code, the challenges of debugging, and the importance of clean architecture. Key points include the pain of working with ORMs, and the impact of early design decisions on long-term project health. They also touch on reactivity concerns in modern frameworks and share personal anecdotes of both successful and problematic coding practices.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    59 min
  • 191: Processing Processes

    In this week's episode, the crew discuss finding the right balance in implementing processes within software development teams. Processes often originate from reactive measures to past mistakes but it is crucial to emphasize the importance of periodically reassessing the necessity and efficiency of these processes.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    58 min
  • 190: Career Advice For Our Younger Selves - Ben & Carol Edition

    In this week's episode, Ben and Carol of the Working Code Podcast reflect on career advice they would give to their younger selves, touching on the importance of simplicity in coding, continuous learning, and maintaining work-life balance. They emphasize the significance of learning from mentors, leveraging database constraints, and avoiding premature optimization.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    1 hr 1 min
  • 189: Career Advice For Our Younger Selves

    In this episode, Tim and Adam discuss career advice for their younger selves, including the importance of job changes for salary increases, focusing on programming tasks rather than managerial roles, and the hazards of tying one's identity to a specific programming language.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    52 min
  • 188: Yeeting Changes to Production - Code Reviews

    In this week's episode, Tim returns to the podcast for a discussion on code reviews, touching on the importance of providing constructive feedback, tailoring reviews based on the developer's experience level, and discussing the merits and drawbacks of tools like GitHub.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    1 hr 4 min
  • 187: Is it Possible to be a Solo Developer in 2024?

    In this week's episode, Adam and Ben talk about the feasibility of being a solo developer in 2024, considering industry pressures, tools, and personal strategies for balancing simplicity and complexity in the development process.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    57 min
  • 186: Warm Blankies For Your Work Insecurities

    In this week's episode Ben and Carol delve into their personal and professional insecurities. The discussion includes feeling the need to justify one's value at work, struggles with validations. They also talk about the emotional impact of customer interactions and the importance of human connections. The conversation highlights broader issues regarding job promotions, industry expectations, and the myth of constant innovation.

    Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

    And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

    With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

    Full show notes and transcript here.

    51 min

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