Developer Tea
1,314 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 395 ratingsDeveloper Tea exists to help driven developers connect to their ultimate purpose and excel at their work so that they can positively impact the people they influence.
With over 13 million downloads to date, Developer Tea is a short podcast hosted by Jonathan Cutrell (@jcutrell), co-founder of Spec and Director of Engineering at PBS. We hope you'll take the topics from this podcast and continue the conversation, either online or in person with your peers. Twitter: @developertea :: Email: [email protected]
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Episodes
DCR Step Two: Picking a Base Language
October 17, 2016 12:40 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBIn today's episode, we talk about step two in the Developer Career Roadmap: Picking your base programming language. The Developer Career Roadmap is intended to provide guidelines for someone at any point in their career who wants to become a full-time software developer. Today's episode is sponsored by Whiteboard. At Whiteboard, we leverage technology daily to accomplish great vision. Come work with us - send us your resumé and your thoughts at [email protected], and learn more at spec.fm...
DCR Step Two: Picking a Base Language
October 17, 2016 12:40 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBIn today's episode, we talk about step one in the Developer Career Roadmap: picking your base programming language. The Developer Career Roadmap is intended to provide guidelines for someone at any point in their career who wants to become a full-time software developer. Today's episode is sponsored by Whiteboard. At Whiteboard, we leverage technology daily to accomplish great vision. Come work with us - send us your resumé and your thoughts at [email protected], and learn more at spec.fm/...
Dev Career Roadmap, Step One: Create a Time Budget
October 14, 2016 07:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIn today's episode, we talk about step one in the Developer Career Roadmap: budgeting your time. The Developer Career Roadmap is intended to provide guidelines for someone at any point in their career who wants to become a full-time software developer. Today's episode is sponsored by Whiteboard. At Whiteboard, we leverage technology daily to accomplish great vision. Come work with us - send us your resumé and your thoughts at [email protected], and learn more at spec.fm/whiteboard.
Announcing Developer Career Roadmap
October 12, 2016 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.83 MBIn today's episode, I am very excited to announce the Developer Career Roadmap! The Developer Career Roadmap is intended to provide guidelines for someone at any point in their career who wants to become a full-time software developer. Today's episode is sponsored by Whiteboard. At Whiteboard, we leverage technology daily to accomplish great vision. Come work with us - send us your resumé and your thoughts at [email protected], and learn more at spec.fm/whiteboard.
Getting Over Language Barriers
October 10, 2016 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIn today's episode, we talk about language barriers, and how to get over them. We're not talking about native versus non-native languages - instead, we're talking about learning how to name new concepts. I'll give you three specific tips for better handling these kinds of language barriers! Mentioned on today's episode: Kalid Azad's article, "Find an Idea's True Name" Kalid joins me on Developer Tea Creating Effective Metaphors (Developer Tea episode) Click here to leave a review of Dev...
Anti-Advice
October 07, 2016 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.62 MBSometimes, what you hear on this podcast is bad advice. In general, we try to provide guide rails for your career, but to get the most out of a general rule, you have to apply it specifically. That's what we talk about in today's episode. Click here to leave a review of Developer Tea on iTunes! Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Get root access on super-fast linux cloud servers in just a few minutes! Use the code DeveloperTea20 to get $20 of credit when you sign up.
Listener Question: Kevin asks About College
October 05, 2016 14:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBIn today's episode listener Kevin asks about whether he should return to college or not. Click here to leave a review of Developer Tea on iTunes! Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Get root access on super-fast linux cloud servers in just a few minutes! Use the code DeveloperTea20 to get $20 of credit when you sign up.
Listener Question: Matt asks, What To Do About Job Boredom?
October 03, 2016 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBIn today's episode, Matt asks about what to do when he gets bored at his job. Hint: quitting is not always the answer! Click here to leave a review of Developer Tea on iTunes! Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Get root access on super-fast linux cloud servers in just a few minutes! Use the code DeveloperTea20 to get $20 of credit when you sign up.
Listener Question: Matt asks, What To Do About Job Boredom?
October 03, 2016 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBIn today's episode, Matt asks about what to do when he gets bored at his job. Hint: quitting is not always the answer! Thanks to today's sponsor, Linode! Get root access on super-fast linux cloud servers in just a few minutes! Use the code DeveloperTea20 to get $20 credit. Visit http://spec.fm/linode to get started today!
Listener Question: Amanda asks about Building Resumés and Cover Letters
September 30, 2016 07:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBIn today's episode, we talk about the do's and don't's of resumés and cover letters thanks to a question from listener Amanda. Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!
Listener Question: Abigail asks about Interview Attire
September 28, 2016 12:48 - 11 minutes - 8.13 MBIn today's question, Abigail asks about appropriate interview attire! Ask your question by emailing [email protected]. Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!
Listener Question: Abigail asks about Interview Attire
September 28, 2016 12:48 - 11 minutes - 8.13 MBIn today's question, Abigail asks about appropriate interview attire! Ask your question at [email protected]. Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!
Thinking About Logic Paths
September 26, 2016 12:50 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIn today's episode, we discuss how logic paths can help you understand how to construct clearer code. Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!
Lighter Objects for Better REST Apps
September 23, 2016 12:30 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBToday's question is about creating better REST applications by making lighter objects. Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! Go and learn more about the fantastic resources we're creating for you daily at Spec.fm. Today's episode is also sponsored by Heap! If you're still using a basic analytics package for your site or application, you're probably missing out. Go to spec.fm/heap to be redirected to Heap’s special landing page where you can see a full feature breakdown.
Listener Question: Naren Asks About Realistic Working Hours
September 21, 2016 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBIn today's episode, I answer a listener question from Naren who wants to know how many hours are realistic for a developer to produce work in a given day. Business Insider article about working over 60 hours per week Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! Go and learn more about the fantastic resources we're creating for you daily at Spec.fm. Today's episode is also sponsored by Heap! If you're still using a basic analytics package for your site or application, you're probab...
Listener Question: Lars Asks About How To Work With Difficult Developers
September 19, 2016 09:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBIn today's episode I discuss how to deal with a difficult team member, addressing a question from listener Lars. Thanks for the question, Lars! Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! Go and learn more about the fantastic resources we're creating for you daily at Spec.fm. Today's episode is also sponsored by Heap! If you're still using a basic analytics package for your site or application, you're probably missing out. Go to spec.fm/heap to be redirected to Heap’s special land...
Listener Question: Lars Asks About How To Work With Difficult Developers
September 19, 2016 09:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBIn today's episode I discuss how to deal with a difficult team member, addressing a question from listener Lars. Thanks for the question, Lars! Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! Go and learn more about the fantastic resources we're creating for you daily at Spec.fm. Today's episode is also sponsored by Heap! If you're still using a basic analytics package for your site or application, you're probably missing out. Go to spec.fm/heap to be redirected to Heap’s special landing page wh...
The O-Word
September 16, 2016 04:00 - 8 minutes - 8.15 MBIn today's episode, we talk about talking. Specifically, we talk about using the word "obviously", as well as a few other "L-Y" words. Why are words so important? How can word choice affect our thinking and relationships? Thanks to listener Joey for sending in this question!
Re-Air: Listener Question: Mujthaba Asks About What To Do When You Don't Know
September 14, 2016 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.97 MBNote: Today's episode is a re-airing of an episode that came out last week. Tune in Friday for a brand new episode of Developer Tea! In today's episode, we talk about how to handle questions that you don't have good answers to. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please tak...
The Truth About Old Code
September 12, 2016 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBIn today's episode, we talk about old code. Even though it may seem easier to rip out the old code and replace it entirely, slow down and listen to this episode first! Don't forget to subscribe in whatever podcasting app you use!
Picking the Right Side Project
September 09, 2016 13:26 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBIn today's episode, we talk about the aspects that make for a great side project to increase your employability. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
Listener Question: Mujthaba Asks About What To Do When You Don't Know
September 07, 2016 07:00 - 9 minutes - 9 MBIn today's episode, we talk about how to handle questions that you don't have good answers to. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
3 Refactoring Techniques You Can Employ In Under 5 Minutes
September 05, 2016 09:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBIn today's episode, we talk about three refactoring techniques, each you can employ in under 5 minutes. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
Deliberate Practice: Part 2
September 02, 2016 12:47 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBIn today's episode, we're talking specifically about deliberate practice. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
Deliberate Practice: Part 1
August 31, 2016 13:27 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBIn today's episode, we're talking specifically about deliberate practice. Learning About Learning The Role of Deliberate Practice in the Acquisition of Expert Performance (white paper) Code Kata - A Practice Arena for Becoming a Better Programmer Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refact...
Tips for Students
August 29, 2016 09:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBIn today's episode, I talk to those of you who are students starting school this semester. Discussion about the value of school for designers One more thing... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show and share with a student you think will enjoy this episode! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
3 Things Aspiring Developers Should Be Doing Today
August 26, 2016 07:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBToday's episode is for all aspiring developers, and you can start today. It won't be easy, but it will work.
3 Things Aspiring Developers Should Be Doing Today
August 26, 2016 07:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBToday's episode is for all aspiring developers, and you can start today. It won't be easy, but it will work. Media Consumption Diet And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
Digging Up Your Job Description
August 24, 2016 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBIn today's episode, we talk about digging up your job description - your real job description, not just that list of languages you put on your resumé. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to http://spec.fm/refactor to get started.
Digging Up Your Job Description
August 24, 2016 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBIn today's episode, we talk about digging up your job description - your real job description, not just that list of languages you put on your resumé. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!
3 Concrete Ways to Be a Better Co-worker
August 22, 2016 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MBIn today's episode, we talk about 3 simple, concrete ways you can be a better coworker, starting today. Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
Poison Series: #02 - Indecision
August 19, 2016 07:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBIn today's episode, we talk about the importance of overcoming indecision. Poison series, #01: Cynicism Today's episode is sponsored by Zendesk! With Zendesk, you can get feedback from your customers without making them leave your application, leading to faster resolution times and happier users! Check it out at Zendesk.com/developertea today!
Poison Series: #01 - Cynicism
August 17, 2016 13:30 - 9 minutes - 8.29 MBIn today's episode, we begin a mini-series on developer poisons. Our first poisonous nemesis is cynicism. We'll talk about ways to effectively combat cynicism. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!
My Top Productivity Practice
August 15, 2016 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.48 MBIn today's episode, I talk about my top productivity practice. I'll give you a hint: there's no hacks or tricks in this episode. Just hard work.
My Top Productivity Practice
August 15, 2016 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.48 MBIn today's episode, I talk about my top productivity practice. I'll give you a hint: there's no hacks or tricks in this episode. Just hard work. Pomodoro Technique And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
Getting Fast First
August 12, 2016 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBIn today's episode, we talk about the importance of performance (especially as it relates to UI) and how getting fast first can ultimately lead to a cheaper project cost in the end. Be sure to share this episode with someone you think needs to hear it!
Finding Invisible Levers
August 10, 2016 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBIn today's episode, we talk about the concept of "invisible levers", and how you can use the concept to help relieve tension in your projects. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!
Listener Question: Daman asks about Part Two
August 08, 2016 09:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBIn today's episode, listener Daman asks about what to do next in his career. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode. Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea.
Listener Question: Daman asks about Part Two
August 08, 2016 09:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBIn today's episode, listener Daman asks about what to do next in his career. Thinking Small Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
Listener Question: Sahar's Second Question On the Show! Sahar asks, "Is it ok to ask for a trial period as a candidate?"
August 05, 2016 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBIn today's episode, I answer Sahar's question about whether or not it's okay to ask for a trial period as the interviewee. Crafting a Better Interview Process Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review De...
Listener Question: Sahar's Second Question On the Show! Sahar asks, "Is it ok to ask for a trial period as a candidate?"
August 05, 2016 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBIn today's episode, I answer Sahar's question about whether or not it's okay to ask for a trial period as the interviewee. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode. Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea.
Simple Machines
August 03, 2016 14:06 - 9 minutes - 8.43 MBIn today's episode, we talk about the redirection of misplaced energy through the lens of 7th grade science. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Tea in iTunes.
Putting Process in its Place
August 01, 2016 14:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBIn today's episode, we'll talk about putting process in it's correct place, and problems we can face when we use process incorrectly in our business. Today's episode is sponsored by Linode! Head over to Linode.com/developertea or use the code DeveloperTea20 at checkout for a $20 credit towards your cloud hosting account! Thanks again to Linode for your support of Developer Tea. And lastly... Please take a moment and subscribe and review the show! Click here to review Developer Te...
Effective Simulations
July 29, 2016 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBIn today's episode, I discuss the importance of effective simulations for developers. Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!
Listener Question: Michael Asks About Qualifications for Career Changes
July 27, 2016 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIn today's episode I answer listener Michael's question about being qualified to jump career tracks. Developer Tea episode about making smaller things Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!
The Business of Good Code
July 25, 2016 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBIn today's episode, we talk about some of the characteristics of good code, and why it's so important for businesses to invest in good code. Developer Tea episode on Single Responsibility Principle Today's episode is sponsored by RefactorU, the 10-week JavaScript training bootcamp focused on developers dedicated to reinventing themselves. You can get 20% off of tuition by mentioning Developer Tea today! Head over to spec.fm/refactor to get started!
Listener Question: Brett Asks About How to Identify When You're Being Set Up For Failure
July 22, 2016 09:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBIn today's episode, listener Brett asks about what you should do when someone sets you up for failure. Today's episode is brought to you by Spec.fm, where designers and developers gather to level up in their careers. If you're interested in sharing your message with thousands of talented designers, developers, and entrepreneurs at the top of their field, head over to spec.fm/sponsors today!
Listener Question: Brett Asks About How to Identify When You're Being Set Up For Failure
July 22, 2016 09:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBIn today's episode, listener Brett asks about what you should do when someone sets you up for failure. Today's episode is brought to you by Spec.fm, where designers and developers gather to level up in their careers. If you're interested in sharing your message with thousands of talented designers, developers, and entrepreneurs at the top of their field, head over to spec.fm/sponsors today!
Working on Saturdays
July 20, 2016 09:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBIn today's episode, I answer yet another question from Reddit about working overtime. Today's episode is brought to you by Spec! If you are interested in having your message in front of thousands of developers and designers, head over to spec.fm/sponsors to learn more today!
Reddit CS Career Questions
July 18, 2016 12:45 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBIn today's episode, I'm answering a few random questions from Reddit's r/cscareerquestions subreddit. Questions from Reddit: Guy who can't code About to head off to College for CS - am I screwed if I don't have any experience yet? Today's episode is sponsored by Rigor! Head over to http://spec.fm/rigor to get a kickoff call scheduled today.