In this episode, we are joined by Loren Sands-Ramshaw to talk with us about education paths for software engineers. There are so many options out there and it's really hard to know what's the right path to take.

Guests:
Loren Sands-Ramshaw - @lorendsr

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung

Picks:
Loren Sands-Ramshaw - The GraphQL Guide
Loren Sands-Ramshaw - The 5 Personality Patterns (book on developmental psychology)
Ryan Burgess - Dopesick
Ryan Burgess - UGG® Mammoth Tipped Throw Blanket
Jem Young - Anker USB-C hub
Jem Young - Narcos Season 3

Episode 140 - Crafting your cocktail mixture to learning

Ryan Burgess and Jem Young are at RenderATL 2023 conference in Atlanta. While at the conference, they recorded a podcast episode to recap day one and day two of the conference. In this episode, they are joined by Taylor Desseyn to help provide insights into day two.

Guests:
Taylor Desseyn - @tdesseyn

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/renderatl-day-2-recap

Episode 172 - RenderATL Day 2 Recap

At a networking event, one of our listeners asked us to cover the topic of networking. In this episode, we will share our thoughts on networking and the success stories we’ve experienced from networking in our careers.

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Stacy London - @stacylondoner
Augustus Yuan - @augburto
Cole Turner - @coleturner

Picks:
Ryan Burgess - Based on a True Story
Ryan Burgess - Bunch O Balloons
Jem Young - Tour de France Unchained
Jem Young - The Managers Path
Jem Young - Fast X
Stacy London - Time Takes A While by Daniel Avery
Augustus Yuan - Spiderman Across Spiderverse in Lego Trailer
Augustus Yuan - Viewfinder
Cole Turner - Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When the Stakes are High
Cole Turner - Cann

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/networking-net-whiskey-ing

Episode 174 - Networking - Net-whiskey-ing

In this episode we are going to be talking about an important feature that so many applications require, login. We are joined by Tony Edwards, Charles Wartemberg and Charlie Shaw from Netflix to share insights into how to approach security and identify for a feature like login.

Guests:
Tony Edwards - @tedwards947
Charles Wartemberg
Charlie Shaw

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Cole Turner - @coleturner

Picks:
Tony Edwards - Figjam
Charles Wartemberg - Foundation
Charles Wartemberg - Coffee habit
Charlie Shaw - Side channel attacks
Ryan Burgess - 7 Days in Chile - Graffiti video
Ryan Burgess - Name SF Streets
Jem Young - Sanctuary
Jem Young - Valley Silicon: Telly - A “free” TV
Cole Turner - Frontend Security best practices
Cole Turner - Stanford Javascript Crypto Library

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/security-whats-your-favorite-happy-hour-beverage

Episode 179 - Security - what's your favorite happy hour beverage?

There’s an art to teaching a technical course or workshop. In this episode, we are joined by Josh W. Comeau, who’s had a lot of experience teaching courses to help share his knowledge with us on how we can create an online course.

Items mentioned in the episode:
Josh W. Comeau, Josh’s online courses, Hands-Free Coding

Guests:
Josh W. Comeau - @JoshWComeau

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung

Picks:
Josh W. Comeau - Make it Stick
Josh W. Comeau - Cozy science fiction
Ryan Burgess - Beep’s Burgers
Ryan Burgess - The Pitch - Kimoyo: Is This African Startup Venture Backable?
Jem Young - Extraction 2
Jem Young - Valley Silicon: Bugatti Scooter

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/online-teaching-courses-proof-of-knowledge

Episode 180 - Online teaching courses - proof of knowledge

There are many options to learn about software development and how to code. In this episode, we are joined by the CEO of Frontend Masters, Marc Grabanski to get his insights into online learning and what to expect in the future.

Items mentioned in the episode:
Frontend Masters, Going phoneless

Guests:
Marc Gabanski - @1Marc

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung

Picks:
Marc Gabanski - Askinosie chocolate
Marc Gabanski - Not having a phone
Ryan Burgess - Glass straws
Ryan Burgess - Sunlighten Infrared Sauna
Jem Young - Beef coast jerky
Jem Young - Anti-pick: Rebel Moon

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/online-learning-on-the-rocks

Episode 184 - Online learning on the rocks

Ryan Burgess recently left his job at Netflix after being there for 8.5 years. In this episode, Ryan shares some of his thoughts on leaving, and we all talk about how we've approached leaving jobs and the lessons we've learned over the years.

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Cole Turner - @coleturner

Picks:
Ryan Burgess - Fool Me Once https://www.netflix.com/title/81588093
Ryan Burgess - Hey Grill Hey Sweet BBQ Rub https://www.amazon.com/Hey-Grill-Sweet-Rub-11-7/dp/B08YS6VN7T?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fdef16ea2e6c0827b59305b22a9d1da&camp=1789&creative=9325
Jem Young - Fake AI articles https://futurism.com/sports-illustrated-ai-generated-writers
Cole Turner - North Park, San Diego https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Park,_San_Diego
Cole Turner - Lethal Company https://store.steampowered.com/app/1966720/Lethal_Company/

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/quitting-a-job-flipping-the-bar-table

Episode 185 - Quitting a job - flipping the bar table

Companies and teams are increasingly leveraging Module Federation to split applications into smaller, more manageable pieces. In this episode, we are joined by the creator of Module Federation, Zack Jackson, and his co-founders of Zephyr, Zack Chapple, and Dmitriy Shekhovtsov to share more insights into Module Federation and how Zephyr can help.

Guests:
Zack Chapple
Zack Jackson - @ScriptedAlchemy
Dmitriy Shekhovtsov

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan

Picks:
Zack Chapple - The Hard Things About Hard Things https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Thing-About-Things-Building/dp/0062273205?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fdef16ea2e6c0827b59305b22a9d1da&camp=1789&creative=9325
Zack Chapple - Shilajit https://www.amazon.com/Shilajit-Minerals-Original-Supplement-Metabolism/dp/B09GXLWMQB?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fdef16ea2e6c0827b59305b22a9d1da&camp=1789&creative=9325
Zack Jackson - Samsung Odyssey G9 https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-DisplayPort-Mini-LED-DisplayHDR-LS57CG952NNXZA/dp/B0CDQM55C9?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fdef16ea2e6c0827b59305b22a9d1da&camp=1789&creative=9325
Zack Jackson - Rspack https://github.com/web-infra-dev/rspack
Zack Jackson - Rspress https://rspress.dev/
Zack Jackson - Rsdoctor
Ryan Burgess - Frontend Masters Engineering Management course https://frontendmasters.com/courses/engineering-management/
Ryan Burgess - DJI Mini 4 Pro https://www.amazon.com/DJI-Mini-Drone-Transmission-Distance-Omnidirectional/dp/B0CFF1SJ3P?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fdef16ea2e6c0827b59305b22a9d1da&camp=1789&creative=9325

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/module-federation-module-mixology

Episode 186 - Module Federation - Module Mixology

Social media continues to impact us in some way or another. In this episode, we discuss what platforms we use and what value we get from them. We share our thoughts on what the future of social media might look like.

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Augustus Yuan - @augburto
Shirley Wu - @sxywu

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/social-media-platforms-wheres-the-party-at

Episode 187 - Social media platforms - where's the party at?

In this special crossover episode, Robbie Wagner and Chuck Carpenter from Whiskey Web and Whatnot join us to toast and discuss AI, Apple Vision Pro, AR/VR, and frontend development. As glasses clink, our spirited ensemble delves deep into how these cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the landscape of software engineering.

Guests:
Robbie Wagner - @RobbieTheWagner
Chuck Carpenter - @CharlesWthe3rd

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/at-the-bar-with-whiskey-web-&-whatnot

Episode 190 - At the bar with Whiskey Web & Whatnot

In this episode, we jump right into things we are seeing in AI and what the job market is like for software engineers.

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Stacy London - @stacylondoner
Augustus Yuan - @augburto
Cole Turner - @coleturner

Picks:
Ryan Burgess - DJI Mic 2 https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CFZX734J/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fdef16ea2e6c0827b59305b22a9d1da&camp=1789&creative=9325
Ryan Burgess - The Gentlemen https://www.netflix.com/title/81437051
Jem Young - Valley Silicon - Steelcase Work Tents https://www.steelcase.com/products/pods/pod-tent/#steelcase-work-tents-collection
Stacy London - Kiasmos - Flown https://kiasmos.bandcamp.com/album/flown
Stacy London - Four Tet - Three https://fourtet.bandcamp.com/album/three
Augustus Yuan - The Finals https://store.steampowered.com/app/2073850/THE_FINALS/
Cole Turner - Quote - Let Go or Be Dragged https://www.tiktok.com/discover/let-go-or-be-dragged

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/more-ai-and-layoffs

Episode 191 - More AI and layoffs

In this episode, we discuss Jem's tweet about feeling like you have to work more than 40 hours a week to get promoted. Jason Lengstorf joins us to debate the topic of promotions.

Guests:
Jason Lengstorf - @jlengstorf

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Shirley Wu - @sxywu
Augustus Yuan - @augburto

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/do-you-need-to-work-more-than-9-to-5-to-get-promoted

Episode 192 - Do you need to work more than 9 to 5 to get promoted?

Authentication can be difficult to implement in your app. To help us better understand the authentication ecosystem, we were joined by our guest, Braden Sidoti, co-founder and CTO of Clerk.

Guests:
Braden Sidoti - @bsinthewild

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan

Picks:
Braden Sidoti - Patagonia Black Hole Gear Tote https://www.patagonia.com/product/black-hole-gear-tote-bag-61-liters/196924045774.html
Ryan Burgess - Automakers Are Sharing Consumers’ Driving Behavior With Insurance Companies https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/11/technology/carmakers-driver-tracking-insurance.html

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/implementing-authentication-in-your-app

Episode 193 - Implementing authentication in your app

In this episode, we are joined by Rita Kozlov, VP of Product at Cloudflare, Developer Platform & AI, to talk with us about serverless AI. Rita shares some interesting insights into how Cloudflare has been leveraging serverless AI and what they've called Workers AI.

Guests:
Rita Kozlov - @ritakozlov_

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Cole Turner - @coleturner

Picks:
Rita Kozlov - Le Samouraï https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062229/
Rita Kozlov - AI Therapist https://github.com/ErickLuis00/therapistai-cf
Ryan Burgess - Sugar https://tv.apple.com/us/show/sugar/umc.cmc.4r6q7tdquewehwvb3rzl0k3dt
Ryan Burgess - Borderless https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLItXCpBJvQ&list=PLZvRVbBCVbGrNTNpilwwSoSKIEXh70DzC
Cole Turner - Valve Steam Deck https://www.amazon.com/Handheld-Console-Silicone-Protector-Tempered-PC/dp/B0C3C2CGQQ?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fdef16ea2e6c0827b59305b22a9d1da&camp=1789&creative=9325

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/serverless-ai

Episode 194 - Serverless AI

In this episode of Front End Happy Hour, we dive back into the world of server-driven UI with fresh insights and experiences. Our special guest, Sherman Chen, a Senior Software Engineer at LinkedIn, joins us to share how LinkedIn leverages server-driven UI to enhance their applications. Tune in as we explore the benefits, challenges, and best practices for implementing server-driven UI in modern development.

Guests:
Sherman Chen - @_shermango

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Augustus Yuan - @augburto
Cole Turner - @coleturner

Picks:
Sherman Chen - The Sympathizer https://www.hbo.com/the-sympathizer
Sherman Chen - University Challenge https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006t6l0
Ryan Burgess - Classified - Luke's View https://open.spotify.com/album/6T2kT5B08MBR8hinkL33IG
Augustus Yuan - Demand oriented schema design https://www.apollographql.com/docs/technotes/TN0027-demand-oriented-schema-design/
Augustus Yuan - POV Camera https://pov.camera/
Cole Turner - Wallism https://wallism.com/

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/revisiting-server-driven-ui

Episode 195 - Revisiting Server-Driven UI

In this episode of Front End Happy Hour, we dive into the topic of being typecast as a frontend or backend engineer. Is it really a bad thing? Our panel discusses the implications of these labels, how they can limit growth, and share strategies to break free from these constraints. We explore ways to diversify your skill set, advance your career, and potentially increase your earning potential. Joining the panel is our guest, Tony Casparro, a staff engineer at Netflix. Tune in for an insightful conversation on how to navigate and overcome typecasting in the tech industry.

Episode 196 - Breaking the typecast: Growing beyond frontend and backend labels

In this inaugural episode of our new "Sips of Wisdom" series, Ryan Burgess, host of the Front End Happy Hour podcast, sits down with Chris Bautista, a Senior Software Engineer at Netflix. Chris shares his journey through various tech giants, including the DOD, Hulu, and Netflix, providing a unique perspective on his career. He also offers valuable advice for aspiring software engineers looking to break into the industry. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of software engineering with one of the industry's seasoned professionals.

Sips of Wisdom: Interview with Chris Bautista

In this episode of the Front End Happy Hour podcast, we are excited to welcome special guests Brian Holt and Marco Bambini. Join us as we delve into the advantages of leveraging SQLite in the cloud. Discover how this powerful database technology can enhance your projects with its simplicity, efficiency, and flexibility. Brian and Marco share their expertise, real-world examples, and best practices to help you get the most out of SQLite in your cloud-based applications. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this episode is packed with valuable insights and tips you won't want to miss.

Episode 198 - Leveraging SQLite in the Cloud

In this latest episode of our 'Sips of Wisdom' series, Ryan Burgess sits down with April Wensel, founder of Compassionate Coding. April shares her unique journey from software engineer to teaching emotional intelligence and compassion in tech. With a background in computer science and experience in Bay Area startups, April discusses the importance of integrating emotional intelligence into software development. She provides valuable insights on managing burnout, fostering empathy, and improving team dynamics. April also shares personal anecdotes and professional advice for creating healthier, more inclusive work environments. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about the human side of software development.

Items mentioned in the episode:
CompCompassionate Coding, Ryan's Engineering Management Resources, Cat Hicks, Ph.D, Self-Compassion - Kristin Neff, Ph.D

Guests:
April Wensel - @aprilwensel

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/sips-of-wisdom-interview-with-april-wensel

Episode 199 - Sips of Wisdom: Interview with April Wensel

Join us as we welcome Robert Balicki, the creator of Isograph, to discuss how this innovative UI framework can transform your development projects. Robert shares key use cases, tips for leveraging Isograph, and a sneak peek at upcoming features.

Guests:
Robert Balicki - @StatisticsFTW

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Stacy London - @stacylondoner

Episode 200 - Exploring Isograph

In this latest episode of our 'Sips of Wisdom' series, Ryan Burgess sits down with Shaundai Person, Senior Software Engineer at Netflix. Shaundai shares her inspiring journey from a career in sales to becoming a senior software engineer at one of the world's leading entertainment companies. With her unique background and experience, Shaundai discusses the challenges and triumphs she faced while transitioning into tech. She offers valuable insights into navigating career changes, building technical skills, and the importance of perseverance. Shaundai also shares personal stories and professional advice on thriving in the tech industry.

Sips of Wisdom: Interview with Shaundai Person

While the Front End Happy Hour crew takes a much needed summer break, we revisit the topic of online education with Josh W. Comeau, who’s had a lot of experience teaching courses to help share his knowledge with us on how we can create an online course.

Items mentioned in the episode:
Josh W. Comeau, Josh’s online courses, Hands-Free Coding

Guests:
Josh W. Comeau - @JoshWComeau

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung

Picks:
Josh W. Comeau - Make it Stick https://www.amazon.com/Make-It-Stick-Peter-C-Brown-audiobook/dp/B00M1Z2THY?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=e062900575dea0ba9cf089cbcf0633eb&camp=1789&creative=9325
Josh W. Comeau - Cozy science fiction
Ryan Burgess - Beep’s Burgers https://www.beepsburgers.com/
Ryan Burgess - The Pitch - Kimoyo: Is This African Startup Venture Backable? https://www.thepitch.show/116-kimoyo-is-this-african-startup-venture-backable/
Jem Young - Extraction 2 https://www.netflix.com/title/81098494
Jem Young - Valley Silicon: Bugatti Scooter https://store.millermotorcars.com/products/bugatti-electric-scooter-agile-bleu?variant=45020143845658

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/summer-vacation-online-teaching-courses

Episode 202 - Summer vacation - Online teaching courses

In this episode, we dive into the topic of taking a sabbatical and its impact on personal and professional life. Our special guest, Jennifer Tieu, a front-end developer at a Web3 agency, joins us to share her experience of taking a break from work, the challenges she faced, and the insights she gained. Panelists Ryan Burgess and Cole Turner also discuss their own sabbatical journeys, offering valuable advice on managing burnout, prioritizing personal well-being, and navigating the transition back to work. Whether you're considering a sabbatical or just curious about its benefits, this episode provides thoughtful reflections and practical tips.

Guests:
Jennifer Tieu - @jennifer_tieu

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Cole Turner - @coleturner

Picks:
Jennifer Tieu - Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life https://www.amazon.com/Ikigai-Japanese-Secret-Long-Happy/dp/0143130722?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=e062900575dea0ba9cf089cbcf0633eb&camp=1789&creative=9325
Ryan Burgess - Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc
Cole Turner - Supergoop Sunscreen https://www.amazon.com/Supergoop-Unseen-Sunscreen-SPF-1-7/dp/B08CFVM1TT?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=e062900575dea0ba9cf089cbcf0633eb&camp=1789&creative=9325
Cole Turner - Koko

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/normalize-taking-a-break

Episode 203 - Normalize taking a break

In this episode, we dive into the career journey of Angie Jones, the Global Vice President of Developer Relations at Block. Angie shares her experiences transitioning from a Senior Software Engineer at Twitter to leading developer relations initiatives at Applitools and now at Block. Angie also provides insights on the future of developer relations and the evolving landscape of tech communities. Whether you're an aspiring developer advocate or a seasoned professional, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical tips.

Guests:
Angie Jones - @techgirl1908

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/sips-of-wisdom-interview-with-angie-jones

Episode 204 - Sips of Wisdom: Interview with Angie Jones

In this episode of Front End Happy Hour, we're joined by Shashi Lo, a Senior Software Engineer at Microsoft, to explore our thoughts on the journey after attending a engineers complete a bootcamp. Shashi shares his experiences mentoring self-taught developers and bootcamp graduates, discussing the skills that are often missing and the creative ways to bridge the gap between education and landing that first job in tech.

Guests:
Shashi Lo - @shashiwhocodes

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Augustus Yuan - @augburto

Picks:
Shashi Lo - Frontend Mentor https://www.frontendmentor.io/
Ryan Burgess - Prompt Crafting - Nando Costa https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/prompt-crafting-nando-costa-08drc/
Augustus Yuan - Electric Spoon https://news.sky.com/story/electric-spoon-that-enhances-salty-taste-of-food-and-promotes-healthier-eating-launched-in-japan-13146505

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/after-attending-a-coding-bootcamp

Episode 205 - After attending a coding Bootcamp

In this episode, we explore the unique experiences of living and working in Silicon Valley. From the culture shock of constant tech talk and startup hustle to the surprising realities of company perks and the intense work environment, our panelists share their personal stories and insights. Whether you're curious about the career opportunities or the challenges of life in the Valley, this episode offers an insider's view of what it's really like to be at the heart of the tech industry.

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Stacy London - @stacylondoner
Augustus Yuan - @augburto

Picks:
Ryan Burgess - From Engineer to Leader: The Path to Engineering Management https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ci0dbaIFiI&t=1s
Ryan Burgess -
Stacy London - Jon Hopkins - RITUAL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nmwxYmg-Gs
Augustus Yuan - Former Students Are Suing For-Profit Coding Bootcamp BloomTech https://www.forbes.com/sites/edwardconroy/2023/03/29/former-students-are-suing-for-profit-coding-bootcamp-bloomtech/
Augustus Yuan - React Compiler Playground https://playground.react.dev/

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/what-is-it-like-to-work-in-silicon-valley

Episode 206 - What is it like to work in Silicon Valley?

In this episode, we dive into the remarkable career journey of Kent C. Dodds, a passionate educator and entrepreneur. Kent shares insights from his early days in programming, his transition from working at PayPal to becoming a full-time educator, and the creation of his successful educational platforms like Epic React and Epic Web. We explore the challenges and rewards of going solo, the process of developing and launching educational content, and the importance of work-life balance. Whether you're an aspiring developer or a seasoned professional, Kent's story is full of valuable lessons on growth, resilience, and the power of teaching.

Episode 207 - Sips of Wisdom: Interview with Kent C. Dodds

In this episode of Front End Happy Hour, Ryan Burgess, Jem Young, Brian Holt, and Dan DiGangi dive deep into the challenges faced by junior developers as they embark on their coding journeys. From the importance of curiosity and continuous learning to the often overlooked non-technical skills, our panelists discuss the common gaps that new developers experience. Whether you’re a beginner looking to navigate your first job or a senior engineer mentoring others, this conversation offers valuable insights to help bridge the gap between education and real-world success.

Guests:
Brian Holt - @holtbt
Dan DiGangi - @dandigangi

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung

Picks:
Ryan Burgess - Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life https://www.amazon.com/Ikigai-Japanese-Secret-Long-Happy/dp/0143130722?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=e062900575dea0ba9cf089cbcf0633eb&camp=1789&creative=9325
Ryan Burgess -
Jem Young - Scaling People: Tactics for Management and Company Building https://www.amazon.com/Scaling-People-Tactics-Management-Building/dp/1953953212?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=e062900575dea0ba9cf089cbcf0633eb&camp=1789&creative=9325
Jem Young - Movement, Before All Flowers - Max Richter https://open.spotify.com/album/1HrFsljwk4wUHrPPOGkSbN
Brian Holt - Minnesota State Fair https://www.mnstatefair.org/
Brian Holt - Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers https://store.steampowered.com/app/2400510/Dungeons__Degenerate_Gamblers/
Brian Holt - Electric SQL https://electric-sql.com/
Dan DiGangi - Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion https://www.amazon.com/Waking-Up-Spirituality-Without-Religion/dp/1451636024?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=frontendhappy-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=e062900575dea0ba9cf089cbcf0633eb&camp=1789&creative=9325

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/why-most-new-developers-struggle-the-missing-skills-you-need

Episode 208 - Why most new developers struggle: The missing skills you need

In this episode of the Front End Happy Hour podcast, we’re diving deep into the realities of getting promoted in the tech industry. It’s not just about writing great code or being the smartest person in the room. Jem Young, Augustus Yuan, and Ryan Burgess break down the misconceptions around promotions, the skills that actually matter, and why navigating the process can sometimes feel more political than technical. Whether you’re aiming for a promotion or just curious about how it all works behind the scenes, this episode offers candid advice and strategies for advancing your career. Plus, we discuss what to do if your manager isn’t advocating for you, and the right (and wrong) ways to pursue your next big step. Tune in to hear the honest truth about climbing the tech ladder!

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Augustus Yuan - @augburto

Picks:
Ryan Burgess - Presumed Innocent https://tv.apple.com/us/show/presumed-innocent
Ryan Burgess - ChatGPT for Mac https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ai-chat-ask-chatbot-assistant/id6447419372
Jem Young - The best mouse jiggler methods https://www.tomshardware.com/how-to/best-mouse-jiggler-methods
Jem Young - Atlas https://www.netflix.com/title/81012048
Augustus Yuan - Ikeryou https://ikeryou.jp/
Augustus Yuan - pwnisher https://www.youtube.com/@pwnisher

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/how-promotions-really-work-in-tech

Episode 209 - How promotions really work in tech

In this Sips of Wisdom episode of Front End Happy Hour, Ryan Burgess interviews Jason Torres, who made the bold leap from a 15-year career in the film industry to becoming a software developer. They discuss the surprising similarities between film and tech, the challenges of transitioning careers, and how Jason’s creative skills translated into the tech world. They also dive into how AI is reshaping the creative landscape and what it means for the future of both industries.

Guests:
Jason Torres - @TasonJorres

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/film-to-tech-jason-torres-sips-of-wisdom-interview

Episode 210 - Film to Tech - Jason Torres Sips of Wisdom Interview

In this episode of Front End Happy Hour, Ryan Burgess sits down with Ken Wheeler for a no-holds-barred conversation about the tech industry’s evolution and what it really takes to succeed. From starting out as a butcher and telemarketer to making waves in Silicon Valley, Ken shares his unfiltered thoughts on everything from early career struggles to how today’s tech salaries can hit $700K. We dive into the future of AI, the front-end landscape, and the ever-changing world of web development. Whether you’re just starting out or already deep in the industry, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a whole lot of real talk.

Guests:
Ken Wheeler - @ken_wheeler

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/ken-wheeler-unfiltered-sips-of-wisdom-interview

Episode 211 - Ken Wheeler Unfiltered - Sips of Wisdom Interview

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