#114 From Microsoft Engineer to CTO – Quincy interviews Meme Queen Cassidoo (Cassidy Williams)

Ep. 46 - Alexander Kallaway - Interview with the creator of 100DaysOfCode: On today's episode, Quincy Larson interviews Alexander Kallaway, the creator of the #100DaysOfCode challenge. In addition to talking about the 100DaysOfCode challenge itself - a challenge which, at this point, thousands of people have taken -... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

55 min listen

Ep. 25 - I'm 56 and learning to code. Here's an epic beat-down of my critical inner self.: If you're over the age of 20, you might think you're too old to learn how to code. But 56 year old VM Vaughn's here to tell you that's not true. In this podcast, he shares his epic beat-down of his critical inner self and lays out his path towards an... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

7 min listen

Ep. 29 - Finding time to become a better developer: There’s no time for anything. At least that’s how it feels doesn’t it? No time to refactor that ugly code, no time to work on documentation, no time to actually live your life. But if you take the time to listen to this podcast, you’ll find... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

11 min listen

Ep. 22 - Our team broke up with "instant legacy" code releases. Here's how yours can, too.: The concept of a legacy usually conveys permanence, value, and greatness. But what about in relation to your code? In this article, Jonathan explains how his team broke up with their legacy codebase, why it was necessary, and how your team can do the... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

11 min listen

Ep. 21 - What is an API? In English, please.: Many people have a vague or incorrect idea of what the fairly common term "API" means. Heads up: it's not a type of beer! Petr lays out the basic details of an application programming interface in plain English so you'll never be confused again.... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

7 min listen

Ep. 39 - Learning how to learn: the most important developer skill: Learning to code - or learning any new skill - is hard, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this episode, Preethi discusses her tried and true strategies for learning, how to tackle challenging problems, and the methods that help her add new... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

14 min listen

Ep. 33 - Code dependencies are the devil: Have you built your app on someone else's code? And beyond that, does the "secret sauce" of your product depend on external libraries or frameworks? While it's tempting to use the latest and greatest tech as soon as it comes out, that's not always a... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

10 min listen

Ep. 24 - How to run a successful development process (even if you're not technical): This episode is for anyone who wants to effectively orchestrate a development process without becoming the butt of their team’s water-cooler jokes. It's more attainable than you think, because it's all about process. Don't be a Bill Lumbergh - be... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

17 min listen

Ep. 28 - How to land a six figure job in tech with no connections: Austin was stuck in a job he hated. But given his non-traditional background and lack of Silicon Valley network, he knew he'd have to work extra hard to launch a career in tech. In this podcast, he details the steps he took to land interviews at... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

61 min listen

Ep. 54: Tracy Lee, Developer, JavaScript Advocate, and Entrepreneur: On today's episode of the freeCodeCamp podcast, Abbey chats with Tracy Lee, a prolific speaker, founder, JavaScript advocate, and open-source enthusiast. Tracy is a Google Developer Expert and the founder of This Dot. She organizes numerous... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

40 min listen

Ep. 26 - The Essential Guide to Take-Home Coding Challenges: Jane wanted to help others with non-traditional backgrounds succeed on take-home coding challenges. So she wrote an extensive guide for anyone who has received such a challenge and wants to attack it in the best possible way. She divulges mistakes to... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

28 min listen

Ep. 23 - We studied how students performed in technical interviews. Where they went to school didn't matter.: Given the state of college recruiting today, your chances of interacting with companies on campus are slim - unless your campus is a top school. It’s not fair, and it sucks, but that's the way it is. But does it have to be? Does where you went to... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

13 min listen

Ep. 27 - Hackers stole my website...and I pulled off a $30,000 sting operation to get it back: For several days not that long ago, Jordan Reid's site, ramshackleglam.com, did not belong to her. She got it back, but only after the involvement of fifty or so employees of six different companies, middle-of-the-night conferences with lawyers, FBI... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

16 min listen

Ep. 30 - Craigslist, Wikipedia, and the Abundance Economy: You’ve heard it before: “There’s no such thing as a free lunch.” We're taught so from an early age. But history has shown: you often can get something for basically nothing. In this episode, Quincy discusses how we can all enjoy the... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

13 min listen

Ep. 36 - Explain Bitcoin like I'm 5: You've probably heard a lot about bitcoin over the last few years. But do you truly understand how it works? This article explains the concepts in straightforward language (like you were 5) so you'll never be out of the loop again. Written by Nik... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

8 min listen

Ep. 31 - Good coding instincts will eventually kick you in the teeth: Some people have very strong coding instincts. They can solve problems just by looking at them, and feel like rockstars. But being a rockstar coder can only get you so far. You need one other crucial element: discipline. In this podcast, Bill shares... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

9 min listen

Ep. 34 - d'Oh My Zsh: In this episode, Oh My Zsh founder Robby Russell tells the story of how he unexpectedly launched one of the most popular zsh configuration frameworks out there. He shares his process, some mean tweets, and his advice for people starting open source... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

26 min listen

Ep. 65: CodeNewbie founder talks about her immigrant story and her journey into tech: Saron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/saronyitbarek Quincy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ossia Get tickets to Codeland in NYC on July 22, 2019: http://codelandconf.com Quincy's review of his Codeland... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

115 min listen

Ep. 35 - How I went from zero to San Francisco software engineer in 12 months: One day, Sean was working as a route setter at a rock climbing gym in Tennessee. The next, he was driving to San Francisco, without a plan, to start his career in tech. This is the story of his challenging, winding, but ultimately successful path to... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

11 min listen

Ep. 44 - How to land a top-notch tech internship - and tech job - while you're still in school: Are you trying to get a jump-start on your tech career while you're still in school? Have you found that perfect internship - or job - but you're not sure how to approach it? If so, this is the resource for you. Michael discusses how to craft your... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

35 min listen

Ep. 41 - Mistakes I've made as a junior developer - and how you can avoid them: Everyone makes mistakes, especially when they're first learning a new skill or tool. If you've just entered the world of programming, chances are you'll make your fair share of mistakes, too. In this episode, Jack discusses some of the missteps he's... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

11 min listen

Ep. 42 - How to write a good design doc: As a software engineer, it's your responsibility to write a good design doc so that your team knows how to solve the problem you're addressing. But what makes a design doc good, what should you include, and how should you write it? Angela shares all... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

15 min listen

Ep. 51: Erica Peterson, founder, entrepreneur, and mother: Abbey Rennemeyer interviews Erica Peterson, the founder of Moms Can: Code and Science Tots, and Founder Gym alumna. Erica started her career in biology, but after being told that she should leave her graduate program once she became pregnant... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

69 min listen

Ep. 32 - How you can start a career in a different field without experience: Austin had a biology degree, a poor GPA, and a job in the medical field, but he wanted to transition into tech. He had no experience, but he figured out how to gain it quickly and landed offers from his dream companies. In this episode, he shares his... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

44 min listen

Ep 49 - Lyle Troxell, software engineer at Netflix and radio show host: Quincy Larson interviews Lyle Troxell, who's a senior software engineer at Netflix. Lyle has hosted his own technology radio show for the past 18 years, and now he hosts the official Netflix podcast, too. Lyle's parents were artists and a part of the... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

95 min listen

Ep. 52: Abbey and Quincy talk about the podcast and upcoming episodes: Abbey and Quincy talk about the freeCodeCamp podcast itself, and the new weekly episodes starting on Monday. Abbey on Twitter: https://twitter.com/abbeyrenn Quincy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ossia Links mentioned: The article Quincy... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

53 min listen

Ep. 37 - The Rise of the Data Engineer: When Maxime worked at Facebook, his role started evolving. He was developing new skills, new ways of doing things, and new tools. And — more often than not — he was turning his back on traditional methods. He was a pioneer. He was a... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

19 min listen

Ep. 45 - Dropout turned Software Engineer Dylan Israel - developer interview: Dylan is a software engineer, YouTuber, and creator of several programming courses. Quincy talks to him about how he dropped out of college, drove from California to Florida, and hustled to get his first developer job. On top of that, you'll learn how... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

25 min listen

Ep. 59: Shawn Wang left a $350K/year finance job to learn to code: On this week's episode of the freeCodeCamp podcast, Quincy interviews Shawn Wang (@swyx). We talk about "learning in public" and his transition into tech from finance, where he left behind a job that paid him US $350,000 per year. Shawn grew up in... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

127 min listen

Ep. 57: Adam Hollett, From Writer to Developer: Guest: Adam Hollett, developer at Shopify: https://twitter.com/admhlt Host: Quincy Larson, the teacher who founded freeCodeCamp: https://twitter.com/ossia On today's episode of the freeCodeCamp podcast, Quincy interviews Adam Hollett. He's a... by freeCodeCamp Podcast

68 min listen

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#114 From Microsoft Engineer to CTO – Quincy interviews Meme Queen Cassidoo (Cassidy Williams)

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