How to Fix the Developer Talent Shortage

Talking Code

English - May 05, 2015 07:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 72 ratings
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Dave Hoover on coding bootcamps and how immersive learning environments are helping to fix the developer talent shortage. Plus: should you learn to code?

Here's what to listen for:

0:44 Why are software developers in such short supply?
3:01 How do developer boot camps help solve the talent shortage?
6:28 How do you onboard junior talent?
8:11 Should I go to a coding school?
11:45 How long does it take to become proficient as a software developer?
15:43 Should I learn how to code as a non-programmer?
21:58 How can I overcome a learning "hump"?
26:23 What's the mark of a great developer?
27:32 How can new developers effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical team members?
29:53 Is there such a thing as a "10x engineer"?
32:51 What's the best work environment for a recent bootcamp graduate?
34:52 How can I support dev bootcamp graduates as an employer?