Makefiles are awesome, and you can use them in your Python projects too (they are not only to compile and build C/C++ projects that is) 😎 They help you automate various tasks and streamline the development process overall 🚀 They allow you to: – Manage dependencies– Run tests– Build documentation– Format your code– Lint and… Continue reading How to better streamline your Python project using a Makefile
How to better streamline your Python project using a Makefile
By Bob Belderbos on 2 August 2023
The Importance of Having a Growth Mindset
By PyBites Team on 1 August 2023
Welcome back to the Pybites podcast! Today part II with Alejandro Briceño joining us to talk about growth mindset. What does it mean, why is it so important and how has it been extremely helpful in Alejandro’s career? Enjoy! Watch here: Or listen here: Chapters:00:00 Intro01:29 What does it mean to have a growth mindset?03:00… Continue reading The Importance of Having a Growth Mindset
Why is Flat Better Than Nested? (Zen of Python)
By Bob Belderbos on 1 August 2023
The short answer: deeply nested code can be hard to read and understand (and this not only applies to Python, but for any code really). Each level of indentation adds a level of complexity and an additional condition that the reader (which is often you!) has to keep in their head while trying to understand… Continue reading Why is Flat Better Than Nested? (Zen of Python)
Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges by Using Positive Self-Talk
By PyBites Team on 28 July 2023
In this episode we are joined by Alejandro Briceño, a chemical engineer turned HR professional and innovation consultant. Watch here: Or listen here: We delve into the power of positive self-talk and its impact on facing challenges and fostering a growth mindset. We discuss the importance of reframing negative thoughts, practicing self-compassion, and surrounding yourself… Continue reading Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges by Using Positive Self-Talk
From Teacher to Python Developer by Building a Community Platform Using Django
By PyBites Team on 19 July 2023
Watch here: Listen here: This week we talk with James Dycus about his journey from teacher to Python software developer. We talk about his background as a teacher and how het got into Python. How he joined our PDM program a few months ago and the amazing growth he has experienced since by building out… Continue reading From Teacher to Python Developer by Building a Community Platform Using Django
Using Python (and FastAPI) to support PFAS research
By PyBites Team on 14 July 2023
In this podcast episode, Robert Young, the director of an analytical chemistry lab at New Mexico State University, shares his unique journey from being a lawyer to becoming a chemist and a Python programmer. Watch here: Or listen here: He explains how his passion for environmental causes led him to study chemical analysis and mass… Continue reading Using Python (and FastAPI) to support PFAS research
What to do after being made redundant or laid off
By PyBites Team on 4 July 2023
Welcome back to the Pybites podcast, episode 121. Watch here: Or listen here: This week we have Emily Wilcock on the show, recruitment manager and Pybites career coach 😍 Emily delves into a topic close to her heart: navigating the job search journey after a redundancy. She was affected herself by a recent layoff and… Continue reading What to do after being made redundant or laid off
Python Coding Interview Learning Path
Introduction Most companies, when recruiting new software engineers, include at least one coding interview as part of their selection process. And why not? We’re software engineers, after all; writing (and reading) code is what we do. Yet, even for the seasoned Pythonista, there is one coding interview that often feels disproportionately — and unnecessarily — stressful:… Continue reading Python Coding Interview Learning Path
11 Planning and Productivity tips for Python developers
By PyBites Team on 23 June 2023
This week we talk with Sambhavi Dhanabalan about productivity as a developer. She shares 11 tips from her experience: 3 around planning and 8 generic tips. Watch here: Or listen here: We also talk about her background, wins and a book she’s reading. Enjoy this insightful conversation with Sambhavi. We’re sure that if you follow… Continue reading 11 Planning and Productivity tips for Python developers
The importance of refactoring regularly [podcast]
By PyBites Team on 15 June 2023
In this episode we talk with Chris May, Python developer and coach, about his background and passion for refactoring. Watch here: Or listen here: This turned into a beautiful love letter 💌 to refactoring and we think you should take notice, because adopting the mindset he teaches will improve your code. A lot! Enjoy and… Continue reading The importance of refactoring regularly [podcast]