In this podcast episode we talk with Tony Roberts, creator of PyXLL (pronounced “pixel”). Listen here: Also released on our YouTube channel: We dive into the backstory of this Python Excel Add-in, why he built it, features, success stories, the business side of things, and also how it compares to Microsoft’s recently announced Python in… Continue reading Using Python in Excel with PyXLL
Using Python in Excel with PyXLL
By PyBites Team on 10 October 2023
Meet Will Raphaelson: From Script to Production Flow With Prefect & Marvin AI
By PyBites Team on 25 September 2023
This week Robin Beer – one of our coaches – interviews Will Raphaelson, Principal Product Manager at Prefect. 😍 They talk about his use of Python, Prefect as a tool and its philosophy, open source + business and Marvin AI. 🐍 💪 And of course they share cool wins and books they are reading. 💡… Continue reading Meet Will Raphaelson: From Script to Production Flow With Prefect & Marvin AI
6 Cool Things You Can Do With The Functools Module
By Bob Belderbos on 21 September 2023
In this article let’s look at the functools Standard Library module and 6 cool things you can do with it (be warned, a lot of decorators are coming your way! 😍) … 1. Cache (“memoize”) things You can use the @cache decorator (formerly called @lru_cache) as a “simple lightweight unbounded function cache”. The classic example is… Continue reading 6 Cool Things You Can Do With The Functools Module
Your First Python Open Source Contribution: A Step-By-Step Guide
By Bob Belderbos on 20 September 2023
Introduction I recently re-engaged with one of my open source projects and it was a rewarding experience. 🎉 It was a Pybites project I had written the core for years ago, but thanks to some amazing Pythonistas in our community it became a way more mature tool so I had to get acquainted again. I… Continue reading Your First Python Open Source Contribution: A Step-By-Step Guide
Why Start Your Programming Journey With Python?
By Sherry Andrews Bhutia on 19 September 2023
Diving into Programming with Python I’ve spent years entertaining the thought of becoming a software developer, only to get overwhelmed by the vast array (pun intended) of programming languages to choose from. Which one should I choose, where do I begin? Java? JavaScript? C? C++? C#? Ruby? Django? Flask? Woah… wait a minute? Understanding Frameworks… Continue reading Why Start Your Programming Journey With Python?
How to Be a Productive Content Creator
By PyBites Team on 18 September 2023
Welcome back to the Pybites Podcast! This week Hugh Tipping interviews Bob Belderbos about how he manages to get so much content produced on a weekly basis. Listen here: Or check it out on YouTube: They discuss daily routines, the content planning process, tools, content quality assurance, how to avoid burnout and more general tips.… Continue reading How to Be a Productive Content Creator
Write more maintainable Python code, avoid these 15 code smells
By PyBites Team on 15 September 2023
This week we talk about code smells. 💡 Listen here: Also available on our YouTube channel: Code smells are characteristics in the code that might indicate deeper issues or potential problems. While they’re not necessarily bugs, they can be a sign of poor code quality or maintainability issues. 😱 We distilled 15 common smells ranging… Continue reading Write more maintainable Python code, avoid these 15 code smells
Debunking 7 Myths About Software Development Coaching
By Bob Belderbos on 12 September 2023
If you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. If you teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime. Chinese proverb Transformative power of guidance 10 years ago I was overweight, maybe not more than +12 kg, but it definitely had a bearing on the quality of my… Continue reading Debunking 7 Myths About Software Development Coaching
Excel Embraces Python, Opening Doors to New Roles and How PDI Can Help
By PyBites Team on 8 September 2023
In this episode, we delve into the groundbreaking integration of Python within Microsoft Excel and its transformative impact on non-tech professions. 💪📈 Listen here: Or watch here: Discover how this evolution empowers professionals across diverse fields and the dynamic opportunities it presents for career advancement. We also shine a spotlight on the achievements of people… Continue reading Excel Embraces Python, Opening Doors to New Roles and How PDI Can Help
10 Tips to Make Your Developer Resume Stand Out
By PyBites Team on 4 September 2023
At Pybites we support our pythonistas with expert CV guidance to make their job applications stand out in a tight talent market 💪 📈 Here are some essential ingredients that make a great resume: 1. Clear and Concise Structure Start with a clean, well-organized format. Use headers, bullet points, and consistent fonts to ensure readability.… Continue reading 10 Tips to Make Your Developer Resume Stand Out