DevQuestions with Tim Corey

What is the role of a manager? What should they be focused on? Specifically, what should a software development manager do? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

The worst code I've ever seen has been working code. Code that looks like it does the job. So why is working code so dangerous? Why is it the worst type of bad code? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

AI is everywhere. A lot of companies are not only providing AI to their developers, they are forcing their developers to use AI constantly. This puts your career in extreme danger. So, how can you protect your career? How can you ensure that AI doesn't ruin your career? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Distractions at work are getting worse. How do you avoid distractions? It is hard to maintain focus on one thing for a long time. How do I improve? How do I maintain better focus? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why do some people just not work out in management? What should my next step be in my development career? Is a senior developer role right for me? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Do you know what the purpose of your app is? Why does it feel like good products aren't as good anymore? How do you know when to quit adding features? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why is more code a bad thing? Does it really matter how efficient your code is if your product works? Why do senior developers spend so much time eliminating code? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Isn't the amount of work an AI can do a good thing? Bug fixes and new features are being added faster than ever. Are there any downsides to this? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

What are some red flags when looking at a potential job? What should I avoid in an employer? Can I tell what the company culture will be like before I join an organization? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why do senior developers always say "it depends"? Why can't they just answer the question? Why do we have all of these choices in software development? Why can't we just agree on the best solution? Doesn't AI make these decisions easier? Should we care? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Which is better: A monolith or a microservice application? Why do experienced developers not spend more time making microservices? When should we develop a monolith? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why do developers create and use Command Line Interface (CLI) apps? Why are TUIs on the rise? Why did Claude Code decide to make their application a Terminal UI instead of a GUI? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Does code quality matter anymore? AI can create so much code so quickly, so does it matter if it isn't perfect? It can just fix the mistakes and keep going. Is code quality a thing of the past? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Has software development training changed because of AI? Do developers even need to learn languages when they have AI? Can AI be a good trainer? Can AI evaluate my work or give me good practice project ideas? What are the dangers of using AI in training? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why is the job market slowing down? Are AI CEOs right about software developers being replaced in a year? Should I even become a software developer? Are there better careers out there? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Watching tutorials isn't enough to get you a job. Most jobs want work experience. But you need a job to get that work experience. So how do you transition from watching a tutorial to getting hired for those skills? Whether this is your first job or your next job, what are the steps you need to take? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How can I be more productive as a software developer? Sometimes, things seem to drag on forever. Projects take too long, practicing what I learn takes too much time, and my progress as a developer seems to stay in place. How do I continue to see gains in my career as a software developer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

If AI is writing the code, does it code quality matter? Do we need to care about performance when the code is auto-generated? Who cares if the AI writes hundreds of lines of code rather than writing compact, clean code? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why is it that production code is always so messy? Why don't developers follow best practices or design patterns? Why are there so many workarounds in programming? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Everyone says AI is taking jobs. Can I still be a developer? Are there some programming jobs that will go away because of AI? How do I ensure I keep my job? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

I want to build a cross-platform application. Should I just build a PWA or do I need to build a native app? Is it better to use Swift and Java or could I use C# or JavaScript? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

It's not what you know, it's who you know. Yet, for a lot of software developers who struggle with being an introvert, that is frustrating. How do you overcome being an introvert? How do you meet people and make connections when you struggle to talk to people? Is being an extrovert the only way to really succeed as a developer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Who can be a software developer? Can anyone learn to write code and make a living off of it? Does it take a certain type of person to succeed in software development? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Reviewing where you are at is an important step towards moving closer to your goals. If you don't take the time to evaluate your progress, you may find that you are off track. In this episode, I am going to review my own 2025 and then look at what I want to change in 2026. At the end, I will give you tips for how to use this evaluate technique to improve your own life. This is a special year-end episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

What code should I build into a library for reuse? Are there specific tools or libraries I should build to save myself time at work? How should I reuse code at work? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

What is the best approach for building a large web application? How do you approach it so that you have a successful outcome? Do you do it page by page? Feature by feature? Are there other ways to approach the process of building a web application? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How much math does a developer need to know? And how much time will be spent doing math in software development? Is it worth taking an extra math class or two in order to improve my chances of getting a job as a developer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do we separate hype from reality? Why are some developers so angry? Should developers just give up? Is every influencer just lying? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why do some people hate AI so much? Why won't AI replace software developers? Why is vibe coding not a real thing? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why does software development move so fast? Why are things always changing? It feels like there is a new technology every month. Why can't things slow down a bit? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

With Amazon reportedly eliminating 600,000 jobs, what is going to happen to developers? Are junior developers going to be eliminated by AI? Should I change careers? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

I see people get lucky, but I never do. How do I get the promotion, get recognized, get the opportunity, or get ahead? How do I capture some of that luck? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

You have probably heard of the Dunning-Kruger effect, but do you know what it is and why it is important to understand as a developer? And how does that relate to the reinvention of trains? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I make my ideas matter? How do I turn my ideas into finished projects? I had the idea for a successful product before someone else did. Why don't people listen to my ideas? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I maintain a good work/life balance as a software developer? What do I do if my employer doesn't provide me with the training I need? Why should I do side projects? Why would I work after hours? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Where are we at in software development? Is software development going away? How is AI changing what it means to be a software developer? Is it possible to get a job as a software developer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Where is AI going? What is next for AI? How does that affect me as a developer? What does that mean for new developers? Will AI take my job? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I get the most out of my training budget at work? How do I use my training budget as a way to improve my standing at my company? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I make the most out of my one-on-one with my manager? How can I use these meetings to improve my standing and get ahead? What should my goal be with these meetings? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why doesn't my manager focus on code quality? Why are we constantly rushing to get things done instead of fixing our bad code? Why don't we follow the best practices at work? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why is it so hard to get a job? Why do companies ask me to do all of these frustrating things? Why don't I hear back from jobs I apply to? Why do companies perform technical or whiteboard interviews? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I learn from a senior developer without frustrating them? How do I keep them happy while asking them lots of questions? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I tell my manager no? How do I push back on a bad idea? If I cannot accomplish something, how do I communicate that effectively? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

What makes a good code review? How do you properly review someone else's code? What should you look for? If someone else is reviewing my code, how should I respond? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I become a 10x developer? Are ultra-high-performing developers actually a good thing? Are 10x developers a myth? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I get a job as a software developer today? With AI screening resumes, how do I stand out from the crowd? How do I compete with people who are using AI to artificially boost their skills on their resume? If I have a job, how do I keep it? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

As a developer, why should I care about soft skills? Why do I need to know how to work with people? Does knowing how to communicate in a meeting or with non-technical people really make a difference in my career? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I stay valuable to my company so I don't get laid off? How do I continue to be seen in a positive light when I am a remote developer? How do I show my boss that I am an asset to the team? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I eliminate technical debt? Why does every company have so much technical debt? Why don't developers focus more on writing good, clean code? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I work well with non-technical stakeholders? How do I communicate to people in a way that they will understand? How do I translate the technical into the non-technical for my boss or supervisor? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/