Pybites Podcast

We're back with a brand new episode, on our 8th anniversary today, the 19th of Dec. 🥳We have some exciting updates, mainly around our new v2 platform and how it's going to impact people in Africa, new things that are coming, and of course book tips. 📈Happy holidays 😎 and thanks for tuning in! 🙏Chapters:00:00 Intro02:10 News, community shout outs05:50 Believe Resourcing Group (BRG) partnership08:40 What to gain from our v2 platform + some stats15:59 Networking lesson17:48 Pybites coaching ad18:14 Learning paths + what's coming on v222:38 Book tips27:24 Happy holidays29:30 Wrap upLinks:- BRG press release- Pybites 8 years anniversary stats- Code on our v2 platform- Say Hi in our community- Books: Python Concurrency with asyncio / The Winds of War / Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop

What happens when a professional dancer trades it in for a keyboard? Join us as we uncover the incredible journey of Sara Moad, who went from being a professional dancer to managing tech solutions as a Solutions Architect at Sydney Airport. Her transition wasn't just about switching careers; it was about embracing change, self-belief, and the profound impact of soft skills cultivated in teaching children. Sara shares her story of stepping into the tech world during the COVID-19 pandemic, inspired by friends and fuelled by a yearning for fresh challenges.Sara's path is sprinkled with invaluable insights for anyone dreaming of a tech career. She shows how personality and empathy, honed through years of teaching dance, have been her greatest allies on this new stage. Her involvement with the Girls Programming Network is a testament to her belief in inclusivity in tech, as she passionately teaches Python and champions the importance of community support. With Sara, we explore how to overcome imposter syndrome and the power of connecting with those around us to find our footing in unfamiliar territory.For those feeling the itch to transition, Sara offers more than inspiration—she provides a roadmap. From setting short-term goals to exploring personal projects, her advice is about aligning your career with your passions. She emphasises leveraging networks and communication to uncover opportunities and shares anecdotes about how hobbies like playing Dungeons & Dragons can bolster skills vital in tech. Sara's story is a celebration of discovering joy in building tech solutions that resonate with one's own experiences and interests.Links:Connect with Sara on LinkedIn Book: Invisible Women - Caroline Criado PerezGirls Programming NetworkThe _nology Program Sara went through.Join our Community Pybites Python CoachingChapters:0:00 - From Dance to Python4:50 - Transitioning Careers in Tech15:19 - Navigating the Tech Transition19:42 - Building Confidence and Finding Career Paths33:10 - Exploring Perspectives in Tech Education

This week, we’re joined by Dan Dresser, who shares how he re-built his trading app in Rust, see also his community win post:Wrote a Trading App in RustWe dive into the app's purpose, the performance challenges he encountered, and how Rust became the best solution for increasing performance demands.Dan shares the complexities / hurdles he faced in the process, his mindset for pushing through when stuck, and valuable tips for learning Rust.We wrap up with two cool book recommendations. I (Bob) got a lot out of this conversation, and I hope you do too. Enjoy and thanks for tuning in!Links:- Connect with Dan on LinkedIn- Join our Circle community and connect with him there- Pybites Rust exercises (WIP)- Pybites coaching (ad segment)- Rust book tip- Non-tech book tip Chapters:00:00 Intro02:04 Dan's trading background03:25 Win of the week05:00 Trading app, goal and scaling09:40 Audience / automating an existing process11:25 Lessons learned - writing async code13:30 The importance starting small16:40 Getting stuck + mindset to persist20:30 The v2 rewrite, when and why?24:00 Why Rust? Learning tips28:35 How Rust boosted the app's performance32:05 Pybites coaching ad segment32:35 Rust transition and impact of performance38:04 Additional Rust learning tips / exercises40:40 Final CTA / non-coding activities41:30 Book tips: Zero to production in Rust / Frostbite43:32 Wrap up / outro

Who isn’t using Ruff for its blazing speed? Who hasn’t yet tried uv to make project management seamless and fast?What goes into building these tools, managing their increasing popularity + community of adopters? Hear from the creator himself, Charlie Marsh, as he shares insights on designing fast, ergonomic Python tooling that elevates the developer experience. 😍 📈Chapters:00:00 Intro01:45 Charlie's background03:32 2 reasons to work on new Python tooling07:10 Inspiration from Rust / Cargo11:00 Thinking about software design (uv)15:00 uv's two use cases (low vs high level)17:15 Balancing feedback vs roadmap while being nice23:00 How shipping evolved24:28 Managing open source + quality / testing tooling32:31 Pybites coaching ad segment32:57 Astral's vision / what's coming (type checking 🎉)37:50 Support Conda? uv can be embedded39:53 What helped you to learn Rust (build!)45:25 Book tip, CTA and how to reach out49:12 Wrap / outroReach out to Charlie on X or LinkedIn.Join our Python developer communityTake your Python dev skills to the next level? Join our coaching program

Welcome back to the Pybites Podcast! This week, Julian talks with Tanner Martin, a Python developer and valued graduate and community member of our Pybites Developer Mindset (PDM) program.In this episode, Tanner shares insights on productivity, mindset, and personal growth. He reflects on his journey to transform his productivity approach, reduce anxiety through weekly planning, and embrace self-kindness. Tanner and Julian also dive into strategies for setting priorities, managing time, balancing personal and professional life, and share book recommendations.Plus, hear about Tanner's current project with his coach Robin in the PDM program. Whether you’re a developer or simply looking for ways to improve your time management, this episode offers practical tips for achieving more with less stress.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:15 Meet Tanner03:06 Wins of the week05:08 Tanner's productivity before PDM08:18 Applying Pybites productivity course lessons11:18 How to manage productivity in a corporate environment13:40 How do you manage priorities?16:16 What about sound habits?18:20 PDM coaching ad segment18:50 Planning, tracking and managing distractions23:20 Impact for Tanner of increased productivity26:30 What are you building in PDM?29:08 Rapid fire productivity tips32:13 Book tips35:20 Reach out to Tanner36:15 Wrap + outroBook tip: - Extreme OwnershipReach out to Tanner:- On Circle- On LinkedInDo you want to seriously upskill in Python and as a developer? Check out our PDM program

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast! Today we have some really exciting news: we’ve just launched our brand-new coding platform!Check it out here.After nearly 7 years and almost 50K sign-ups on v1 (codechalleng.es), the design started to show its age. That’s why we did a complete overhaul to create our new 2.0 platform. It's faster, cleaner, more responsive, and more affordable.In this episode, Bob and Julian discuss why v2 is such a big improvement, the motivation behind the rewrite, behind-the-scenes insights into how it all came together, some technical challenges we faced, and one of our most exciting new features: parity pricing (pricing in your local currency based on where you live).Enjoy, and we hope to see you coding more Python with us on the new platform!Chapters:00:00 Intro02:00 PyBites Platform 2.0!02:46 Platform’s history05:10 How v2 came about: ruthless minimalism08:10 Why v2 is faster and more responsive12:02 Challenges of migrating from v1 to v214:20 Seamless design improvements17:40 Parity pricing: making it more affordable24:05 Humble bundles now available on v225:00 Roadmap and Julian’s use of GitHub Issues!27:44 Wrap upDon’t forget to join our Python developer communityAnd feel free to reach out to us with any feedback or questions on Circle or LinkedIn:- Bob: Circle / LinkedIn- Julian: Circle / LinkedInThanks for listening, and we’ll be back next week!

"The sooner you make your first five thousand mistakes, the sooner you will be able to correct them." - The Natural Way to Draw - Kimon NicoliadesJeff Haemer’s career spans over five decades, and in this episode, he openly talks about his continuous passion for learning and solving interesting problems. We talk about his experience teaching computer science with almost no prior knowledge, his love for Unix, how he landed a job at Twitter in his late sixties, and why he believes networking is key to landing jobs. Jeff also generously shared his list of books he keeps going back to for inspiration and wisdom.  If you’ve ever felt stuck or uncertain in your tech career, Jeff’s journey will inspire you to take bold steps, embrace failure and adopt a persistent mindset to succeed at work and in life. Reach out to Jeff or us if you like this conversation, thanks for listening.- Jeffrey Haemer- Pybites communityChapters:00:00 Introduction, welcome Jeff03:33 Wins: learning Rust / Pybites Rust platform08:10 Jeff’s journey: from punch cards to modern programming16:20 Random luck vs being prepared (networking!)20:04 What's great about Unix, what makes it timeless?25:05 How to learn and making engaging presentations29:21 Persistent mindset, embracing failure (it's inevitable!)33:37 PDM ad segment34:02 Jeff's favorite books44:11 Practical SW dev vs book learning46:35 Wrap up and CTA---Jeff's reading list:* Current audiobooks- J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter y La Piedra Filosofal- Robert Galbraith's The Ink Black Heart* Paper- The Living Talmud- Edward Frenkel Love and Math- Tulsi Gabbard For Love of Country* Daily Reads - Ryan Holiday, The Daily Stoic- The Holy Bible* PDM books (useful advice + inspiration)- Kimon Nicoliades, The Natural Way to Draw- Eric Temple Bell, Men of Mathematics - There is no one, true path.- John Stuart Mill, On Liberty (I recommend All Minus One, which is just Mill's arguments on free speech, and only about 30 pages).- Plutarch, Life of Caesar - Caesar was assassinated; when I read this, I was amazed that he lived long enough to get assassinated.- Mark Twain, Huckleberry Finn - “All modern American literature comes from one book by Mark Twain called Huckleberry Finn.” – Ernest Hemingway) - Bob Drury & Tom Clavin, The Last Stand of Fox Company - Marines- Jim Watson, The Double Helix- Kernighan & Plauger, Software Tools (not "... in Pascal") - Perhaps the best practical book ev

Welcome back everybody! This week we have another exciting podcast episode, this time with Claudio Jolowicz, well known for his "Hypermodern Python" article series which he recently turned into a book.We dive into what Hypermodern Python means, uv's current quick rise, Nox, 80/20 tooling for (beginner) Python devs, Rust, mindset, and last but not least, some good book tips.We hope you enjoy this interview with Claudio and make sure to check out his great materials.Chapters:00:00 Intro episode01:42 Intro Claudio02:44 Music background04:21 Hypermodern Python08:20 uv rapid develment10:20 Making uv default tool12:56 Nox for local CI15:20 Hypermodern Python, the book19:57 80/20 tooling for beginners22:37 PDM ad segment23:03 uv making it easier  25:02 Cloudflare and Rust27:33 Developer mindset and persistence 30:23 Book tips32:25 Design patterns and TDD33:40 Monkeypatching and dependency injection37:12 Final CTA and wrap upLinks: - Hypermodern Python article series- Hypermodern Python book- NOX vs TOX – WHAT are they for & HOW do you CHOOSE? 🐍 - Harry Percival's Stop using mocks video- Book tip #1 - The Manager's Path by Camille Fournier- Book tip #2 - Designing Data-Intensive Applications by Martin Kleppmann- Book tip #3 - Architecture Patterns with Python by Harry Percival and Bob Gregory- Claudio's GitHub and X

In this episode, we reconnect with the Pixi team after our last conversation in November 2023 to dive back into the world of Python packaging, with a special focus on the latest advancements in Pixi. Joining us are Tim and Ruben, both of whom bring their unique expertise in robotics and game development. Ruben shares his experience contributing to conda-forge, pixi and Python package management in general.We explore recent enhancements to Pixi, including its integration with VS Code, the evolution of pyproject.toml support, and the addition of PyPI dependency resolution along with Conda.We also discuss the current state of Pixi for enterprises, touching on its readiness for production and enterprise-specific features like package registries.The conversation also delves into how pixi resolves issues reported by the community, such as platform-specific Pixi.lock file regeneration - and how developers can contribute to the open source ecosystem. Finally, we look ahead to the future, discussing the team's vision for Python packaging over the next one to five years.Tune in for a deep dive into the present and future of Python packaging, packed with personal stories and expert insights.--Links:- Prefix-dev- Add pixi as an workflow/package manager PR- Our PDM coaching program

In this episode Bob chats with David Hewitt, passionate Python and Rust programmer, core maintainer of PyO3, and part of the Pydantic team. PyO3 lets you write a native Python module in Rust, or to embed Python in a Rust binary. David shares his journey of getting involved and how this tool set helps Python programmers integrate with Rust more easily. We talk about how PyO3 helped the Pydantic v2 Rust integration, how to design for a great developer experience, the mindset of dealing with complex issues, PyPI getting more packages with Rust, how to best learn Rust and more. Enjoy and let us know when you give PyO3 (and maturin) a try ...Reach out to David: https://github.com/davidhewitt (additional social media links there)Ad segment: Pybites PDM coaching program: https://pybit.es/catalogue/the-pdm-program/Join our community: https://pybites.circle.so

A brief description for the time being for episode 168:In this episode Julian interviews Joao Pedro Chaib (JP), a Software Engineer based in Sydney, Australia. JP achieved what so many people dream of every day: transitioning from another industry into the Tech Industry, all while moving countries!Listen to JP's story where he shares the journey, the many mindset hurdles that he overcame along the way, and tips for others looking to make this change. As always, mindset plays a BIG part!If you'd like to follow JP you can catch him here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joao-pedro-chaib-39839915a/Instagram: @jotachaibGithub: https://github.com/jpchaibLearn more about _nology, the company that supported JP on his journey in Sydney: https://nology.io/Join the Pybites Community here: https://pybites.circle.soLearn more about Pybites' Coaching here: https://pybit.es

In this episode Blaise Pabon shares his experience joining a Code Reading Club and how it helped him improve as a developer.He hosted one in PDM last week and it was a cool experience, a great exercise to better read unfamiliar code and to learn from each other in a group setting. Enjoy this insightful conversation with Blaise ... Resources:Code Reading Club websiteFelienne Hermans' work: - The Programmer's Brain (also discussed with AJ here)- Code Reading ClubConnect with Blaise:- Pybites Community- LinkedIn- GitHub- FosstodonAd segment: PDM developer coaching program.

In our new podcast episode we explore the importance of asking for help and pushing through the fear in order to do so.We delve into how sharing your expertise can create valuable reciprocal relationships and emphasize the benefits of asking questions, especially for junior developers. We share personal anecdotes, highlighting how overcoming fear and leveraging your network can propel your career forward, in all professional endeavors really.As usual we also talk about wins and books. Join our Python Community hereJoin our flagship coaching PDM program here

Welcome back to our Pybites podcast. In this exciting episode we talk again with Kelly Schuster-Paredes about teaching Python, Pycon's education summit, how we are all learners and teachers, AI in education and for learning, how coding / programming skills evolve your brain far beyond their initial aim, exciting tech trends, mindset, wins and books. Phew that is a whole lot so make sure you tune in and get inspired!Welcome back to the Pybites podcast. In this exciting episode, we reconnect with Kelly Schuster-Paredes to discuss the dynamic world of teaching Python. We delve into PyCon's education summit, the dual roles of learners and teachers, and the transformative power of AI in education. Discover how coding skills can evolve your brain, explore the latest tech trends, and gain insights into the right mindset for developers. Plus, Kelly shares her recent wins and book recommendations. There's a lot to unpack in this episode, so tune in and get inspired!---Teaching Python podcastBook tip: Artificial ArtifactsReach out to Kelly:- X- LinkedIn

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast! This week, we delve into six common pitfalls that Python developers face and offer insights on how to gain control and influence in your programming career. Tune in for tips on networking, continuous learning, developing good habits, showcasing your work, bouncing back from failed interviews, and the importance of community.Check out our PDM coachingIf you're more beginner, check out PDI firstJoin our Pybites CommunityRust:- Exercises- Bob's blogKids book tip:- The Anxious Generation

Join our community hereBecome a better developer through our coaching---Join host Bob as he sits down with Andrew Farr, a seasoned data engineer, to explore his career trajectories, triumphs, and challenges.In this episode, Andrew shares his recent transition from the US to the UK, landing a new data job, and the daily grind of becoming a data engineer.From adopting a growth mindset to honing his Python skills, Andrew reveals the secrets behind his success. Dive deep into his passion for data analysis, content creation, and the importance of self-promotion in the tech industry.But it's not all about code. Discover Andrew's diverse interests beyond the screen, from photography to historical conservation projects. Join us as we uncover the importance of continuous learning, non-coding activities, and the encouragement needed to pursue your dreams in the world of tech.Tune in for invaluable insights, practical advice, and a dose of inspiration to fuel your own data journey.Chapters:00:00 Intro snippet and music01:00 Andrew Farr intro and win of the week02:25 Experience of new job03:18 1% per day improvement compounding03:56 Only compare to your yesterday's self04:36 Python journey and mindset07:08 Always be coding + PDM challenge mindset09:00 What fascinates you about data?10:32 Some of your data projects (link with history)12:25 Sharing work and current projects14:07 PDM ad segment14:33 Newsletter and consistency15:34 How do you come up with interesting ideas17:30 Critical thinking and the data analyst mindset19:10 Importance of online presence for a developer20:05 Does it become easier over time?21:16 Additional mindset tips / selling yourself23:15 Influence of non-coding skills25:07 Book tips26:42 Final shout-out / piece of advice27:51 Wrap out and outro musicAndrew's LinkedIn and newsletterBooks:-  Elizabeth's Spymaster- Data Engineering with Google Cloud Platform---Subscribe here to not miss any future episode! 🐍 💡 📈Ad segment: PDM, become a more capable and confident developer in 12 weeks 💪 - more info

In this episode we share our experience + takeaways from attending Pycon US 2024.* correction: where Bob said "Hablemos Español" he actually referred to: http://hablemospython.dev---Join our Python community here.---Books:- Scarecrow- Four Thousand Weeks- Algorithms- Build a Large Language Model (From Scratch)

In this episode of the Pybites Podcast, hosts Bob Belderbos dives into the essential components you need for a successful public Python project on GitHub. From organizing your code and creating a standout README.md to setting up automated tests and ensuring your project is contribution-friendly, he covers everything to help you build a robust and collaborative Python project. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, these tips will enhance your project's usability, maintainability, and community engagement. Join the discussion and learn how to set a solid foundation for your open-source projects ...Mentioned / related links:- Starting a Python project - poetry, pip-tools, git + GitHub, package or not?- Using pip-tools to manage Python dependencies- Increase Python code quality with pre-commit- How to handle environment variables in Python- How to test a Python project against multiple versions using tox- What are Makefiles and why + how to use them in your Python projects

Join our Pybites Community for free hereWe coach people with their Python, developer and mindset skills, more info here.---This week we have an exciting interview with Pydantic's creator Samuel Colvin. ---NOTE that it's best to watch this episode on YouTube, because Samuel demos Pydantic's new Logfire product as well as a bit of FastUI. 💡 💪 😍---Delving into the origins, Samuel shares with us how Pydantic was conceived to streamline data validation, drawing inspiration from similar tools but quickly exceeding expectations in popularity and adoption. 📈Samuel touches on the monumental speed improvements in version 2, achieved by incorporating Rust, shares insights into the transition of Pydantic into a company and its future vision. We also touch upon front-end development for which he developed another library called FastUI. 😎And last but not least Samuel demos Pydantic's new exciting Logfire product that was just released. 💡 😍Chapters:00:00 Intro Samuel01:57 Win of the week02:23 Pydantic framework and company backstory05:10 FastAPI's part in Pydantic's grow06:20 Adapting to framework dependencies07:50 Making Pydantic faster with Rust12:15 Learning Rust or not as a Python dev14:16 Pydantic as a company15:46 Open source ideas vs business requirements17:20 Introducing Pydantic Logfire19:15 Live demo (YouTube)25:12 Resource / energy measuring with Logfire26:41 Pydantic's vision for the next years 29:46 Doing front-end with FastUI (short demo)31:13 Using FastUI at Pydantic and the team33:56 Pybites ad34:12 FastUI vs Streamlit for fast prototyping36:46 Key skills for Python devs / open source in 202438:10 Work life balance / build things as a customer41:00: Advice for entrepreneurial minded developers42:48 Hobbies / interests outside of work43:26 Podcast recommendation43:50 Wrap up and outroLinks:- Check out Pydantic Logfire here- Reach out to Samuel on X- Pybites Ad segment: The PDM Program---Connect with us on LinkedIn:- Julian- BobAnd to get our weekly developer / mindset emails, sign up here.

Join our Community for free hereGet your personal coach here---In this episode Julian speaks with Luis Palacios, an IT Analyst and aspiring Cloud Architect.What makes this conversation extra special is that Luis shares his journey from a traditionally "blue collar", labour intensive role, to his first job in I.T. Full disclaimer: he achieved this after completing our PDM Program.Luis shares how learning Python and Mindset skills built his confidence such that he was able to apply for his first tech role and then continue pushing through the complexities and challenges that came with it.This really reinforces one of our current messages to folks that Python makes coding accessible to everyone. It doesn't matter who you are, or what industry you're in, Python can help you achieve your goals!Enjoy!Chapters:00:00 Introduction episode and Luis03:22 Luis' career journey06:58 PDM takeaways, mindset and building confidence09:21 From custodian to IT analyst14:23 Favorite helpdesk experiences and networking16:58 Python coding, side projects and LLMs21:16 2 mindset tips24:58 Importance of podcasts for learning27:58 What's next?30:56 Final piece of advice / takeaway32:06 Book tip: Wiring the Winning Organization34:10 Wrap up / outroLinks: - Reach out to Luis on LinkedIn- Book tip: Wiring the Winning Organization---Connect with us on LinkedIn:- Julian- BobAnd to get our weekly developer / mindset emails, sign up here