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Simple Programmer Podcast

The Simple Programmer Podcast is a short podcast that is a mix of career advice, philosophy and soft skills from successful author and software developer, John Sonmez. John is the founder of http://simpleprogrammer.com, one of the most popular software development blogs, and the author of the best-selling book, "Soft Skills: The Software Developer's Life Manual." (http://simpleprogrammer.com/softskills) Geared towards a programmer or software developer audience, but contains practical advice on: Career development Entrepreneurship Fitness Finance Productivity Personal development And more... That anyone can benefit from. Each episode is between 5 and 10 minutes long with at least 3 new episodes each week.
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Jan 6, 2017

A lot of developers struggle with lack of confidence. In fact, I've talked about this several times on this channel, because this is such a recurrent topic in the software developer community.

One of the ways that this lack of confidence can appear is in the form of the "Impostor Syndrome".

For those who don't know, Impostor syndrome (also known as impostor phenomenon or fraud syndrome) is a concept describing high-achieving individuals who are marked by an inability to internalize their accomplishments and a persistent fear of being exposed as a "fraud". Despite external evidence of their competence, those exhibiting the syndrome remain convinced that they are frauds and do not deserve the success they have achieved. Proof of success is dismissed as luck, timing, or as a result of deceiving others into thinking they are more intelligent and competent than they believe themselves to be.

So, how to you deal with this lack of confidence and develop your inner security?

5 Soft Skills Every Software Developer Should Know: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVC3DQvAAIA&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP&index=2
What My Life Was Like 7 Years Ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbrY4YwTvfg&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP&index=6

Jan 5, 2017

This week, Haseeb decided to team up with me on one more amazing interview for this channel.

For those who don't know who Haseeb is, he is a software engineer working at Airbnb. He has devoted himself to donate 33% of his salary to high-impact charities.

He used to be a student, then instructor, then Director of Product at App Academy, a top coding bootcamp in San Francisco. Before that, he was a world-class professional poker player and he also wrote a best-selling book on poker.

In today's interview, we will discuss how he was able to overcome all of his challenges and became a world top class developer.


Haseeb Qureshi Website: http://haseebq.com/
Haseeb Qureshi YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/INTERNETPOKERS/feed

Jan 4, 2017

Senior Developers... How can they possibly exist and be so useless?

In today's video, I've received a question from a reader that was bragging me about senior developer.

Basically, he said that senior developers are only seniors because of their time on the field and nothing more. And man, it shouldn't be this way, c'mon!

He asked me how could he possibly deal with them. They are trying to implement new pieces of technology and these senior developers are making it hard. This new piece of technology is so good, how can they cannot see how amazing it is?

If you're interested in how you can make this shock of technology less painful for your whole team and how to extract the most out of senior developers, listen to this podcast and find out!

Can You Learn Anything In 3 Months?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1nwyyuDCsA&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4VF1NxwrvNjVLerfulXpGcQ&index=3
I HATE All Programming Jobs... Help!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jleYPt47_ts&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4UOmNNyVJntU3lVXalp1weU&index=16

Jan 3, 2017

So, recently I've received a very intriguing email. In this email, this guy was telling me that he was depressed by watching me.

He felt like his life was nothing by watching me. In his view, I was too perfect and I was something that he could never dream of achieving.

So, I decided to record this video as a response to this email and I also wanted to tell you some stuff that I think it's very important. Don't ever think that someone else's life is more important than yours.

How To Enjoy (And Not Envy) The Success Of Others: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7jDWZzRLAI&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP&index=147
Career Story Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4UR55IrHNC7xSzOG0CA3AaJ
How My Shitty Genetics Led Me To Success: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGs2G7twg_M&index=29&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP
STOP Comparing Yourself To Others: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TwKSoCFZdw
5 Softs Skills Every Software Developer Should Know: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVC3DQvAAIA&index=2&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP
Screwing Up Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4W1n9obxIL6x27sYB4kxuf9
Getting Back On Track After You Screw Up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5ztB6-JJSk&index=88&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP
What My Life Was Like 7 Years Ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbrY4YwTvfg&index=6&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP
When You Don't Give 100% Of Yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ab2Lnqvfm2Q&index=75&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP

Jan 2, 2017

If you're a regular watcher of this channel, you've heard me talk about niching down and specialization, right? One of the major strategies I talk about in my videos is the ability to specialize and niche down, picking a specific theme.

However, a lot of people complain about that. They say that they won't have topics and substance to write and to create a blog around this theme.

Besides that, one of the major fears of people is picking a small niche. They are afraid that the niche they choose might be too small to build a business around.

In today's podcast, I'll discuss what can be done if your niche is too small and what are the strategies you can use to boost your profit, even if you work in a small niche.

Tony Robbins "Unleash The Power" Seminar Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwAkxRZ_UKE&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP&index=178
1,000 True Fans Blog Post: https://simpleprogrammer.com/1000truefans

Jan 1, 2017

So, a lot of you are interested in investments and I really love to see such things growing and becoming more popular among software developers.

In this episode, I'll talk more about investments, especially about liquid and safe investments.

Do these type of investments really exist? What are the best options for those people who want to invest safely and have a solid ROI?

Dec 31, 2016

 

We all have a very bad habit which is judging. We tend to judge not only others but also ourselves.

Judging can be one of the most harmful things you do to yourself when it comes to developing a healthier and better version of yourself. There are a lot of different downsides to that and you should be able to cut that harmful practice if you want to develop a healthy relationship with yourself.

So, do you feel like you're judging yourself too much?

What My Life Was Like 7 Years Ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbrY4YwTvfg&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP&index=6
Date With Destiny: Is It Really Worth It?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FO5lPIEihs
How To Overcome Addictions & Bad Habits?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoDa9Cf0_gI&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XRTEK79UXmtkUT-jsP4rUP&index=74
I'm Addicted To Pornography & Masturbation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxmkzGEc02U&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WvCoCir3GAyWSlUjFH1T2u&index=2

Dec 30, 2016

Recently, I did a video about algorithms and whether it was a good idea to learn it or not. I see a lot of programmers making much noise about algorithms and well... In the end, it might not be ALL OF THIS for you to worry about it so much.

I know this topic divides opinions on the internet. Some programmers might say that learning algorithms will definitely make your career stand out from the crowd, while others might say that you should not invest your time in learning algorithms because it is useless.

An algorithm is a self-contained step-by-step set of operations to be performed. Algorithms perform calculation, data processing, and/or automated reasoning tasks.

So, a lot of programmers started to ask me: Okay John, how do I learn algorithms after all?

Learning Algorithms: Is It Really Necessary?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJcG-6g4wA4&index=16&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XYAbLKJ54J7eC5ft01eFeB
Preparing For A Job Interview Pluralsight Course: https://simpleprogrammer.com/pluralsightinterview
Becoming A Better Developer With Programming Challenges: https://simpleprogrammer.com/programmingchallenges
Top Coder: https://simpleprogrammer.com/topcoder
Codility: https://simpleprogrammer.com/codility
Cracking The Coding Interview: https://simpleprogrammer.com/codinginterview
Programming Pearls: https://simpleprogrammer.com/programmingpearls

Dec 29, 2016

In this interview, Ameer and I share everything you'll need to know about BitCoin and its future!

Dec 28, 2016

There are some times when we really need to make a career transition and this can be a very difficult thing to do.

I've talked about transitioning from QA to Software Development but I've never dug into talking about the transition from SysAdmin to Software Development,

First of all, a SysAdmin is is a person who is responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems; especially multi-user computers, such as servers. The system administrator seeks to ensure that the uptime, performance, resources, and security of the computers he or she manages meet the needs of the users, without exceeding the budget.

To meet these needs, a system administrator may acquire, install, or upgrade computer components and software; provide routine automation; maintain security policies; troubleshoot; train or supervise staff; or offer technical support for projects.

So, as you can see, a lot can be learned from those people wanting to transition.

Wanna know what is the best way to jump right into it?

Dec 27, 2016

In this podcast, I'll share everything that happened to me in 2016, from my Simple Programmer achievements to my personal changes.

Dec 26, 2016

So, you work for a company for a long time but you feel like it is time to move on. However, when you look back, you see how much this company has done for you and it kind of breaks your heart.

Aaaawn... Ok, now back to business.

This is a very common thing to experience. You might feel like quitting your current job but you feel guilty because of how much this company has done for you over the years. You feel like you shouldn't quit or you ask yourself what is the best way to leave this company.

So, what should you do in situations like this? Should you stay? Should you quit? How should you quit?

Dec 25, 2016

Loss is always something hard to deal with. It can happen and it literally takes something you like away from you. This is bad and we all have to learn how to deal with that.

However, there is certain losses that are unexpected and can totally transform our lives. An unexpected firing, money loss, unexpected expenses, etc.

So, what do you do in situations like these? How can you learn how to deal with awful situations like this one?

Click Here To Support Simple Programmer: https://www.patreon.com/simpleprogrammer

Developing Your Inner Security: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZqkwQSVYDM
Draw My Life Video - John Sonmez: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_yDS_WQUJk

Dec 24, 2016

Technically, I have ADHD. I don't even know what that means, really.

As a kid, I recall getting kicked out of preschool. It was pretty silly - all just some sort of misunderstanding.

Apparently, or should I say "allegedly", I was pulling some girls hair and I was climbing up the bookcases and jumping from bookcase to bookcase, pretending like I was a monkey.

It didn't take them very long before they figured out I needed to be on Ritalin.

But the Ritalin didn't last long. I quickly rejected it.

Even at a young age, I knew that I didn't want to be controlled by some medication.

I wanted to be me. Even if that meant that I was a human pretending to be a dog pretending to be a human, I needed to bark at any adult who tried to talk to me, and I needed to do this without breaking the role for at least two days straight.

So, should you consider taking ADHD medication? Watch this video to discover what it can do for you and how you can channel this activity to something productive in your life.

GET MY NEW BOOK FOR FREE: https://simpleprogrammer.com/career-guide-yt
How I Turned My ADHD Into A Superpower: https://simpleprogrammer.com/2016/06/27/turn-adhd-super-power/
Faster Than Normal Ep 34 - John Sonmez On ADHD: https://simpleprogrammer.com/fasterjohnadhd
John Sonmez Pluralsight Courses: https://simpleprogrammer.com/pluralsight
Soft Skills Book: http://simpleprogrammer.com/softskills
I'm Addiction To Pornography & Masturbation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxmkzGEc02U
The MAIN Reason Why You Shouldn't Be Taking Steroids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHdoDiXouOE

Dec 23, 2016

A lot of software developers dream of becoming entrepreneurs. Nowadays, this is a very easy path for those who want to embark on this journey.

However, just like any other journey, there are a lot of challenges along the way. There is doubt, there is fear, there is the mindset, etc. However, one of the things that seem to take most entrepreneurs off the road is the starting point.

When you're just starting out you need to understand and discover the entire legal structure of your online business... At least is what most people think.

But... are there other alternatives? Is this really necessary?

FREE COURSE - 7 Reasons You're Underpaid as a Software Developer http://vid.io/xoue
SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL: vid.io/xokz
SUPPORT THIS YOUTUBE CHANNEL: vid.io/xokw
Visit: http://simpleprogrammer.com/

Dec 22, 2016

Elliott Hulse is a buddy of mine and he is a fantastic speaker. He has helped me A LOT in my career, especially when it comes to motivation, to providing value to people and a lot more.

So, it is an honor to have him on my channel.

In this video we are going to talk about pushing your boundaries, why learning is the best way to become a better person, all the changes we experience through our lives and much more. Be prepared because this will be a changing talk that we all should be aware of.

Elliott Hulse's King Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/kingbookelliot
Grounding Camp: https://simpleprogrammer.com/groundingcamp
Elliott Hulse YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/elliottsaidwhat
Strength Camp: https://www.youtube.com/user/strengthcamp

Dec 21, 2016

Specializing in Node.js/Full Stack Development

In this video we're going to talk about specializing in Node.js or Full Stack Development.

"Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment for developing a diverse variety of tools and applications. Although Node.js is not a JavaScript framework, many of its basic modules are written in JavaScript, and developers can write new modules in JavaScript. The runtime environment interprets JavaScript using Google's V8 JavaScript engine."
(Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Node.js)

Due to its importance, it is understandable that it has become sort of a popular tool for programmers and software developers. However, just as it happens with lots of other tools, learning it can be very difficult.

There are a lot of information right now on the internet and trying to learn everything can be almost impossible if you go through all the literature of the language.

So, what do you do to specialize in Node.js/Full Stack Development? What strategy can you use to make it work for you?

Specialization & Niching Down Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4W5SK-MGjp_KSFZF2pEMCt8

Dec 20, 2016

 

The Top 10 C# Books Of All Time

C# is featured among one of the most important and popular programming languages in the software development industry.

There are a lot of different uses for C# and it is definitely a big choice if you want to specialize in C# one day. According to Microsoft's website, there are a lot of different ways that you can use and apply C# when it comes to creating programming software.

Learning can be tricky, especially nowadays. With the amount of information right now on the internet, it can be tricky to follow a simple path and to come up with a nice learning plan. There are a lot of books, courses, etc.

So, this is why I decided to create this Top 10 C# books of all time. Sure, this is my opinion and opinions may vary based on your life experience and style of learning.

If you have other books you think it should have made the cut in the video, just leave a comment below. Let's make this a collaborative video and help as many programmers and we can.

So, do you wanna know what are the Top 10 C# books?

ALL BOOKS FROM THE PODCAST
Head First C#: https://simpleprogrammer.com/headfirstcsharp
C# 5.0 in a Nutshell: The Definitive Reference: https://simpleprogrammer.com/csharpnutshell
C# In Depth: https://simpleprogrammer.com/csharpindepth
The C# Player's Guide: https://simpleprogrammer.com/csharpplayers
Pro C# 5.0 and the .NET 4.5 Framework (Expert's Voice in .NET): https://simpleprogrammer.com/procsharp5
C# 6.0 and the .NET 4.6 Framework: https://simpleprogrammer.com/csharp6
Design Patterns in C#: https://simpleprogrammer.com/designcsharp
Effective C# (Covers C# 6.0): https://simpleprogrammer.com/effectivecsharp
More Effective C#: 50 Specific Ways to Improve Your C#: https://simpleprogrammer.com/moreeffectivecsharp
Agile Principles, Patterns, and Practices in C#: https://simpleprogrammer.com/agilecsharp

Top Programming Books Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XoA9VdooMPPiDFsckl1d_2
Book Reviews Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4W7aRN5cCCZ90AIDYoLpqVa
Trusting The Process Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4Vy90hwBvSI06r7plMHNcss
How To Market Yourself As A Software Developer: http://simpleprogrammer.com/howtomarketyourself

Dec 19, 2016

The Importance Of Partying With Colleagues

Today we are going to talk about P-A-R-T-I-I-I-I-E-S! Yeah, this is what this channel is all about. Partying! Ok, maybe not.

So, in today's video I've received a question from a reader asking me about the importance of partying with colleagues. He says that he has been accepted in a new company and that his colleagues are asking him to go out.

The problem is that he does not like all this party stuff. He founds it really boring and he does not like to drink or to stay up late. Can it hurt his reputation in any way? Can he miss networking opportunities by turning down these opportunities?

Attracting Women & Becoming A Better Man Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4WvCoCir3GAyWSlUjFH1T2u
Alcohol and the Tech Industry with Victor Yocco - Hansel Minutes Podcast: https://simpleprogrammer.com/hanselminutesalcohol

Dec 18, 2016

Picture this: you've created a piece of code for a company that might bring this company millions of dollars, wheter it is in profit or by cutting down losses.

However, you work for that company and you don't know what to do with this piece of code right now. Should you sell it? Should you rent it?

There are a lot of different variations that come into play when it comes to monetizing your code and you should know all the factors that come into play so you won't lose money with your "Big Idea".

Do Things With Unbouded Upsides: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_-nuY7hhg8

Dec 17, 2016

Recently, I'm reading a lot of business books and this one came up on my queue and I've decided to give it a shot.

Here is the book description, extracted from Amazon:
"The measure of the executive, Peter F. Drucker reminds us, is the ability to "get the right things done." This usually involves doing what other people have overlooked as well as avoiding what is unproductive. Intelligence, imagination, and knowledge may all be wasted in an executive job without the acquired habits of mind that mold them into results.

Drucker identifies five practices essential to business effectiveness that can, and must, be learned:
Managing time
Choosing what to contribute to the organization
Knowing where and how to mobilize strength for best effect
Setting the right priorities
Knitting all of them together with effective decision-making
Ranging widely through the annals of business and government, Peter F. Drucker demonstrates the distinctive skill of the executive and offers fresh insights into old and seemingly obvious business situations."

Do you wanna know what is my opinion on this book? Watch this video and find out!

"The Effective Executive" Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/effectiveexecutive
Soft Skills Book: http://simpleprogrammer.com/softskills

Dec 16, 2016

WordPress and web development is definitely one of the major areas right now for software developers. More and more, people are recognizing the importance of being online and they are investing in creating websites and all this stuff.

WordPress is definitely a major player when it comes to web development. It is easy to use and it is, frequently, the first choice of anyone that wants to build a website.

It creates an awesome market for anyone interested in developing WordPress themes.

You may wish to develop WordPress Themes for your own use, for a client project or to submit to the WordPress Theme Directory. Why else should you build a WordPress Theme?

- To create a unique look for your WordPress site.
- To take advantage of templates, template tags, and the WordPress Loop to generate different website results and looks.
- To provide alternative templates for specific site features, such as category pages and search result pages.
- To quickly switch between two site layouts, or to take advantage of a Theme or style switcher to allow site owners to change the look of your site.
(Source: https://codex.wordpress.org/Theme_Development)

So, do you wanna know more about the best resources to learn WordPress Theme Development?

WP With Tom Website: https://simpleprogrammer.com/wpwithtom
Professional WordPress: Design and Development: https://simpleprogrammer.com/wpdesigndevelopment

Dec 15, 2016

So, this is such a difficult question to answer and to address that it is almost impossible to give a right answer for this.

I talk a lot about personal development and a lot of people ask me about success. On this channel, I receive a lot of different questions from people asking me "John, what are the ingredients for success?"

I can't give you a right answer for this, you know. There is not a DEFINITIVE ANSWER that will give you all the answers you need. However, I took the shot and decided to answer it.

In this video, I have summed up the most important skills I believe every successful person has and how you can start developing them in yourself.

About "White Male" Privilege: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxCvSUcdGNM&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XPMBDfK_VvrCBbMa5G0Uyx&index=50
What True Wisdom Really Means?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyV8nhFYgEI&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XPMBDfK_VvrCBbMa5G0Uyx&index=319
The Compound Effect Book:
Persistence - The ONE THING That Will Lead You To Success?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2yVfIfBelE
Why You Should Be In Love With Your Pain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozlIAlRkLLQ&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XPMBDfK_VvrCBbMa5G0Uyx&index=325
5 Soft Skills Every Software Developer Should Know: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVC3DQvAAIA&list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4XPMBDfK_VvrCBbMa5G0Uyx&index=357

Dec 14, 2016

So, I've seen a lot of people asking me this question, about what does C/C++ mean.

Well, for new software developers this might not make any sense, after all, why do these companies put in their job listing "we want a C/C++ developer"?

I've had this doubt myself back then and this is totally normal.

This is exactly what George asked me:
"What I don't understand is why I always see C/C++ in the job listing,as far as I know those are different languages and somebody told me that C is mostly for hardware and embedded devices and I'm currently not that interested in that but why do we always see the C/C++ thing and not only one language,do people really always use both languages at the same job?Is it a bad idea to leave C aside and focus on C++ because I am really interested in competitive programming right now?"

So, do you wanna know why some companies ask for C/C++ programmers?

How To Learn C++? (C++ 101): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXr2gRk8nco

Dec 13, 2016

So, a lot of software developers end up not being able to decide between two specializations. I often hear people bragging about how they can't decide between two specializations and what should they do if they really want to advance in their career.

Today, I've received a question from a viewer asking the same thing: How could he possibly decide between two specializations?

So Good They Can't Ignore You Book: https://simpleprogrammer.com/sogoodcantignore
Get Up & Do Something Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjwWT1Xy3c4V4yB2C2jJc_Tg7o75RRFYm

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