Adding AI to legacy code doesn’t have to be a challenge. Many devs are hearing this right now: “We need to add AI to the app.” And for many of them, panic ensues. The assumption is that you have to rip your existing architecture down to its foundation. You start having nightmares about standing up complex microservices, massive AWS bills, and spending six months learning the intricate math behind vector embeddings. It feels like a monumental risk to your stable, production-ready codebase, right? Here’s the current reality though: adding AI to an existing application doesn’t actually require a massive rewrite.…
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How Even Senior Developers Mess Up Their Git Workflow
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4 min readThere are few things in software engineering that induce panic quite like a massive git merge conflict. You pull down the latest code, open your editor, and suddenly your screen is bleeding with <<<<<<< HEAD markers. Your logic is tangled with someone else’s, the CSS is conflicting, and you realise you just wasted hours building on top of outdated architecture. It is easy to think this only happens to juniors, but it happens to us all. Case in point – this week it was the two of us butting… HEADs (get it?). When you code in isolation, you get comfortable.…
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The issue with traditional performance tracking is that it is often an afterthought. We treat performance as a debugging task, (something we do after users complain), rather than a quality gate. Worse, when we try to automate it, we run into the “Noisy Neighbour” problem. If you run a benchmark in a GitHub Action, and the container next to you is mining Bitcoin, your metrics will be rubbish. To become a Senior Engineer, you need to start treating performance exactly like you treat test coverage. The Solution: Continuous Performance Guardrails If you want to stop shipping slow code, you need…
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Building Useful AI with Asif Pinjari
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2 min readI interview a lot of professionals and developers, from 20-year veterans to people just starting out on their Python journey. But my conversation with Asif Pinjari was different. Asif is still a student (and a Teaching Assistant) at Northern Arizona University. Usually, when I talk to people at this stage of their life and career, they’re completely focused on passing tests or mastering syntax. Asif on the other hand, is doing something else: He’s doing things the Pybites way! He’s building with a focus on providing value. We spent a lot of time discussing a problem I’m seeing quite often…
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Salary Negotiation Tips
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1 min readHow 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…
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Maximizing Your Developer Experience (DX) with Adam Johnson: Git Mastery, Django and Open Source
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1 min readThis 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” in his books.• State of Python tooling.• Future of Django + Htmx / front-end dev.• Open source projects motivation and tips for (aspiring) contributors.• Tips to diversify one’s skill set and contribute as a Python developer.• Technical blogging.• Book / resource recommendations. Links & Resources:–…
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Welcome back to the Pybites Podcast. We’ve been teasing this for a while, and it’s finally here: our Python Developer Certificates. Listen here: Or watch it on YouTube: Our certificates are not just shiny badges. They’re the real deal, representing solid Python skills, experience with frameworks like Django/FastAPI, debugging, testing, professional developer workflow / collaboration, deployment, and so much more (see assessment criteria below). Unlike other theoretical (rote learning) certifications ours cover MVP-ready + deployed projects. In this episode we talk about our vision with this and address some common concerns like pricing, time commitment, how long they are valid…
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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 emphasis Sentry places on giving back. The discussion also ventures into the synergy between Sentry and Python and the attributes they prioritize when hiring. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone in the tech industry. Chapters00:00 Introduction03:00 Wins of week06:32 What is…
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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,…
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Our Concern with Programming Certifications
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1 min readIn our new podcast episode, recorded in Córdoba, Spain, we talk about programming certifications and how they might not represent real developer skills. Watch it on our YouTube channel: Or listen here: Chapters:00:00 Intro01:01 Wins02:57 About programmer certifications04:14 Concern 1. Do they stand the test of time?06:52 Concern 2. Theory, where is the implementation?09:35 Anther practical example of seeking ability over certificate12:00 Wrap up, why it’s important to show your skills!13:30 Pybites is going to address this gap 🙂14:20 Wrapping up, how the Spain road trip is going15:42 Outro music Stay tuned for our new certifications that will prove that…