Topic Archive

Mindset

  • Why do we insist on struggling alone?

    Julian Sequeira

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    A realisation about my son’s basketball team reminded me that we should never be ashamed to ask for help, or better yet, seek formal coaching/support. Last year, for two straight seasons, my son’s team got absolutely smashed on the court.  They had the energy and the determination, but they were effectively running in circles without any real guidance (and I’m definitely not a basketball player!). Sound familiar? It should! It’s exactly what it feels like when you can’t figure out where you’re going wrong, stuck in tutorial hell or banging your head against a wall trying to architect an application by…

  • Coding can be super lonely

    Julian Sequeira

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    I hate coding solo. Not in the moment or when I’m in the zone, I mean in the long run. I love getting into that deep focus where I’m locked in and hours pass by in a second! But I hate snapping out of it and not having anyone to chat with about it. (I’m lucky that’s not the case anymore though – thanks Bob!) So it’s no surprise that many of the devs I chat with on Zoom calls or in person share the same sentiment. Not everyone has a Bob though. Many people don’t have anyone in their circle that…

  • 7 Software Engineering Fixes To Advance As A Developer

    Julian Sequeira

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    It’s January! If you look back at yourself from exactly one year ago, January 2025, how different are you as a developer from then to now? Did you ship the app you were thinking about? Did you finally learn how to configure a proper CI/CD pipeline? Did you land the Senior role you were after? Or did you just watch a lot more YouTube videos and buy a few more Udemy courses that you haven’t finished yet? If the answer stings a little bit, you aren’t alone. Over the last six years of coaching hundreds of developers in PDM, Bob…

  • “I’m worried about layoffs”

    Julian Sequeira

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    I’ve had some challenging conversations this week. Lately, my calendar has been filled with calls from developers reaching out for advice because layoffs were just announced at their company. Having been in their shoes myself, I could really empathise with their anxiety. The thing is though, when we’d dig into why there was such anxiety, a common confession surfaced. It often boiled down to something like this: “I got comfortable. I stopped learning. I haven’t touched a new framework or built anything serious in two years because things were okay.” They were enjoying “Peace Time.” I like to think of life in…

  • How to convert a Python script into a web app, a product others can use

    Ahmed Lemine

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    So, you’re a Python developer or you just use Python to make your life easier by writing utility scripts to automate repetitive tasks and boost your productivity.Such Python scripts are usually local to your machine, run from the command line and require some Python skills to use including for instance setting up a virtual environment and knowing the basics of using the CLI.You may have wondered what it involves to convert a script like this into a web app to make it available for other users such as your family members and co-workers. In this article, I’ll walk through the…

  • Salary Negotiation Tips

    PyBites Team

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    How to better negotiate your salary? Our new podcast episode offers practical tips! Listen here: Or on YouTube: In this week’s podcast episode we tune into a PDM Mindset Hacking call where Julian offers the group some valuable tips when it comes to negotiating your salary when applying for jobs.  These tips will help you determine what your worth is and better negotiate as a professional developer. Chapters:00:00 Intro00:59 Preparation, do your research03:30 Have your portfolio ready04:13 Know your worth05:58 What do you need?08:20 Good prep instills confidence09:40 Other benefits and perks10:46 Advocate for yourself based on evidence12:45 Understanding the role you’re…

  • How to Land a Dev Job in 2023: Proven Strategies & Mistakes to Avoid

    PyBites Team

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    Welcome back to the Pybites podcast … On YouTube: Or listen here: In this episode, we delve deep into the nuances of developer job hunting in 2023. The job market landscape has evolved, making persistence and resilience key virtues for any aspiring developer. We shed light on why you shouldn’t limit your search to just the top tech firms and how exploring opportunities in smaller yet innovative startups can be a game-changer. Additionally, we touch on the diverse advantages of Python in various roles and underscore the indispensability of a positive mindset. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a newbie,…

  • How to Be a Productive Content Creator

    PyBites Team

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    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. Enjoy and hopefully it helps you put more content out there yourself and be more productive overall! Chapters:00:00 Intro music00:21 Intro of our host Hugh and topic01:30 Typical Pybites day03:30 Taking breaks04:10 Setting boundaries04:45 Content planning process05:53 Pybites Organic content tool + reviewing process07:00 GitHub…

  • Debunking 7 Myths About Software Development Coaching

    Bob Belderbos

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    11 min read

    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 life and (!) future health perspective. Back then I thought I ate reasonably healthy and did my daily walk (the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends you “do at least 150–300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity”, I definitely did that). Now I know: I simply…

  • Harnessing Downtime: The Power of Disconnecting

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    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 decisions in our professional journeys 💡 And of course there are the books we’re reading 📚 Join us for a journey of reflection, discovery, and a touch of humor 😎 Chapters:00:00 Intro00:46 Welcome back (re-introducing) Julian!01:58 Wins of the week03:10 Julian’s break06:20 Lessons learned from…