John Shiple - Freelance CTO
from Junior to Senior with David Guttman Hosted by David Guttman
Talking Points: Importance of Building Your Community Training and Cross-Training Getting Your First Job Specifying Your Job Networking Tips Developing Communication Skills Dealing With Social Anxiety Involving Yourself In Events Quotable Quotes: “I think Computer Science degrees used to be a very big deal, I do not believe that anymore.” - JS “It has never been easier [ to become a software developer ] and it has never been more challenging.” - JS “If your job has the word ‘lead’ in it, if you’re a Tech Lead, you’re the project manager.” - JS “Just because I know how to build it, doesn’t mean I should be the person to design it.” - JS “As a tech person, you’re never really trained in Management. You have to go out there and get it.” - JS “When you have a job already, finding other jobs is easy. But when you are first starting out it is hard.” - JS “Do not present school projects as work [ on your portfolio ].” - JS “Connecting people is a really good skill.” - JS “Look for mentorship wherever you can.” - JS “Find ways that you’re comfortable going [ to tech events ].” - JS “The tech doesn’t matter, the people matter.” - JS Notes: John’s Email [email protected] LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/johnshiple Junior to Senior Community community.juniortosenior.io
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John brings us through his history as a developer and touches on learning how to effectively communicate, discover your career path, and develop your community in tech.
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