Welcome to Hell Cue the theme song from The Fresh Prince of Bel Air. This is a story that turns out well. But my code got stuck in import hell. I tried to teach my students all about pytest. Instead, for two days, I was sent on a debugging quest. I teach middle school students… Continue reading Stuck in import hell? Walk your way out.
Articles on books
Maximizing Your Developer Experience (DX) with Adam Johnson: Git Mastery, Django and Open Source
By PyBites Team on 9 November 2023
This week we talk with Adam Johnson, Python developer / consultant, Django steering counsel member and prolific book author. Listen here: Or check it out on our YouTube channel: We start off with some wins, then we dive into his new Boost your Git DX book. We also discuss:• Adam’s focus on DX or “developer experience”… Continue reading Maximizing Your Developer Experience (DX) with Adam Johnson: Git Mastery, Django and Open Source
Sentry, a Developer’s Partner, Interview with Co-Founder David Cramer
By PyBites Team on 30 October 2023
This week PDM coaches Hugh + Ryan talk with David Cramer, Co-founder and CTO of Sentry! Listen here: Also on YouTube: They delve into the journey of Sentry and its rise as an essential tool for developers. David highlights how Sentry’s developer-first approach significantly contributed to its growth. They touch upon community-centric decisions and the… Continue reading Sentry, a Developer’s Partner, Interview with Co-Founder David Cramer
Using Python in Excel with PyXLL
By PyBites Team on 10 October 2023
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
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
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
Harnessing Downtime: The Power of Disconnecting
By PyBites Team on 23 August 2023
In this episode of the Pybites podcast, we dive into the power of stepping back from the daily grind, whether that’s coding or career-focused 🧘 Watch here: Or listen here: Drawing insights from Julian’s month-long trip to Canada, we discuss how disconnecting can provide clarity and inspiration for personal growth, and how it can inform… Continue reading Harnessing Downtime: The Power of Disconnecting
How the Flocking Rules Can Help You Refactor Your Code
By PyBites Team on 10 August 2023
In this new podcast episode we are excited to have Chris May back to delve deeper into the intricacies of refactoring. Watch here: Listen here: We talk about the significance of the Flocking Rules, a set of guidelines derived from “99 Bottles of OOP” by Sandi Metz and Katrina Owen. These rules provide developers with… Continue reading How the Flocking Rules Can Help You Refactor Your Code
How the Pygmalion Effect can improve your team’s performance
By PyBites Team on 4 August 2023
Welcome back to the Pybites podcast. This is the third and last mindset series episode with Alejandro Briceño. In this episode we talk about the Pygmalion Effect. What is it and what impact it can have in the work place and on people’s performance. Alejandro also shares his 3 favorite mindset books. Enjoy! Watch here:… Continue reading How the Pygmalion Effect can improve your team’s performance
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