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
Articles on software development
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
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
When to refactor your code?
By Rob van der Leek on 11 August 2023
How to make refactoring part of your Definition of Done Writing code is an iterative process. The first iteration is usually not the best result. Grooming and polishing ✨ are needed before the code is ready to share with the world (and your future self). There is a saying in software development that illustrates the… Continue reading When to refactor your code?
The power of mind mapping: why to start your project with one and how
By PyBites Team on 3 August 2023
When you start a bigger software project it’s very beneficial (and necessary) to make a mind map first! It helps planning, organizing, and executing the project. Here are 6 advantages of mind mapping: Here is an example of one we did for our coding platform: CodeChalleng.es: Mind mapping your idea helps foster a well-structured, organized,… Continue reading The power of mind mapping: why to start your project with one and how
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
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]
From 0 to 1 in Python: how Charles shipped his Fusion Chronicles Django app
By PyBites Team on 26 May 2023
Welcome back to the Pybites podcast! Watch here: Listen here: In this insightful conversation with software developer, PDM-er, and entrepreneur Charles Carriere, we delve into his journey of launching personal projects, overcoming imposter syndrome, and mastering Python. He shares his experience of creating a Django app in our PDM program around fusion energy, aggregating and… Continue reading From 0 to 1 in Python: how Charles shipped his Fusion Chronicles Django app
10 Things We Picked Up From Code Reviewing
By Bob Belderbos on 24 September 2020
Here are some things we picked up from code reviews that when addressed can make your code a lot cleaner.
Code Challenge 35 – Improve Your Python Code With BetterCodeHub – Review
By PyBites Team on 11 September 2017
In this article we review last week’s Improve Your Python Code With BetterCodeHub code challenge.