Beyond Coding
For software engineers ready to level up. Learn from CTOs, principal engineers, and tech leaders about the skills beyond coding: from technical mastery to product thinking and career growth. Created by Patrick Akil.
Episodes
How Top Engineers Still Get Hired When Most Get Ghosted
How do top engineers still get hired in 2026 when most applicants get ghosted, 120,000 people have been laid off this year, and hiring managers say they can't find talent? A recruiter, a hiring lead, a career coach and an open source engineer explain why your resume is dead on arrival when every CV looks the same, and what actually gets you in the room instead.In this episode, we cover:Why 120
Why an Ex-Googler Bet Everything on an Open-Source Database
Jordan Tigani helped create Google BigQuery, then got fired as Chief Product Officer on a Friday morning. He planned to hack on DuckDB to learn Rust. Investors offered to fund it before he'd decided to start a company. That company became MotherDuckIn this episode, we cover:The DuckDB Labs partnership: why MotherDuck gave the open-source creators a co-founder share instead of going open-coreFrom a
How the Best Engineers Build a World Model (Google Earth Creator & Niantic Spatial CTO)
Niantic Spatial CTO Brian McClendon on how the best engineers solve problems most give up on — from a 4D model of the world to shipping research in months. He built Google Earth and ran Google Maps for over a decade, and he's been there, done that. What he's building now is harder, and it's already live for customers. Along the way: who makes it on his team and who doesn't, and the one piece of ad
How New Staff Engineers Build Judgment Without Years of Experience
How do new staff engineers build judgment without the years of experience that used to come with the role? Mallika Rao, engineering leader in big tech, explains why the data-structures-and-algorithms foundation everyone was trained on is no longer enough on its own, and where the complexity has actually shifted now that AI writes the implementation.In this video, we cover:Why "how does AI aff
Amazon AI Lead: What Differentiates The Best AI Coding Models
How does Amazon build its agentic AI? Michael Giannangeli, Head of Product for Amazon Nova and Agentic AI, breaks down evals, RL gyms, and model routing. He also explains why the bottleneck in software has shifted away from engineering hours and what takes its place.In this video, we cover:The eval lifecycle: building from real failure modes, saturation, and why 100% means deleteRL gyms: training
Wes Bos: How Developers Stand Out When AI Writes the Code
AI is changing what developers build, but code alone is no longer enough to prove what you can do. Wes Bos explains why engineers need to solve problems beyond syntax, how agent workflows are reshaping software development, and what still requires human thinking.In this conversation:The limits of generative UI and AI-generated designAgent loops, harnesses, and cheaper AI modelsThe rising cost of A
Career Advice Every Software Engineer Needs Right Now
Answering engineer questions on AI pressure, career growth, product thinking and impact. Including the production incident I'm glad happened, and the mindset I refuse to accept when things break.In this video, we cover:- Whether managers are really demanding more output because of AI- Balancing fundamentals with AI coding tools and agents early in your career- Specialist vs generalist and when to
DX Expert: What The Best Engineers Solve After The Code Review Bottleneck
How do you prove AI is shipping more features? Amos Haviv leads the Developer Workflow teams at Booking.com, supporting 4000 engineers operating 8000 repos.Everybody is burning through their AI budget right now and almost nobody can answer what it bought them. Amos can, because his team spent four years building an event system to debug their own SDLC before AI upped the urgency.In this video, we
AWS Veteran: The New Software Development Life Cycle
"I need to stop using Opus. This doesn't work." That was Heitor Lessa's conclusion after a refactor cost him 200 million tokens, and it forced him to rebuild the entire agent workflow now available for 1400 engineers. Heitor spent 11 years at AWS, built Lambda Powertools to 230 billion API calls a week, and in this episode he walks through the full SDLC workflow on screen, from d
Vercel VP: What Senior Engineers do Differently
What senior engineers do differently has less to do with output than most career ladders suggest, and Lindsey Simon, VP of Engineering at Vercel, has watched the distinction sharpen as everyone in the valley becomes a "member of technical staff." From why new grads with hackathon years might out-prepare engineers with six years on the job, to what happens when PR throughput stops being y
Cracked Solo Dev: Why the Fastest Engineers Are Falling Behind
The fastest engineers are falling behind, and Kitze was one of them. He built his reputation on raw coding speed, then realized his coding wasn't competing with anyone's coding anymore, it was competing with their setups. Wake-up call for developers: Kitze now runs 140 projects solo with agent loops, and in this episode he breaks down what separates the engineers pulling ahead from the ones gettin
AI Cloud CTO: Why These Engineering Skills Get You Hired No Matter What
Danila Shtan runs engineering at Nebius, one of the biggest AI clouds in the world, and he told me exactly which engineers he hires on the spot. There are only hundreds of people on the planet with the skill he wants most, and it is not the one you are grinding on. We get into which engineering skills are actually scarce and well paid today, and which ones are quietly on the way out.In this episod
Tech Career Expert: Why Applying to Jobs No Longer Works
120,000 tech workers have been laid off in 2026, yet there are 60,000 open roles. Engineers applying are sending out 100 applications for zero replies. Former Reddit, Uber and Disney Plus recruiter Keki Mwaba breaks down why the market broke, why every resume now looks identical, and what gets you hired when yours looks like everyone else's.In this video, we cover:Why 120,000 layoffs and 60,000 op
AI Frontrunners: Why Coding is Solved But Engineering is Not
Jeroen Gordijn and Jeroen Dee: two frontrunners who stopped writing code months ago and say software development is already solved. Typing code is no longer necessary, but what matters more now? If you're an engineer that loves coding, you're in a tougher spot than you might realize.In this video, we cover:- Why writing code is "solved" but engineering isn't- Spec-driven development and how to get
AI Architect: Why The Best Software Engineers Are Solving Code Review Bottlenecks Now
AI generates 10x more code, but your senior engineers still review it by hand and it's burning them out. Even Google admits code review is now the bottleneck nobody knows how to solve.Florian Buetow, AI engineer at Xebia, has been running experiments to eliminate the human from the review loop entirely, and what he found changes where engineers should focus their effort.In this episode, we cover:W
Google AI Lead: The New Rules of Software Engineering
Are you ready to adapt to the rapidly evolving rules of software development? In this deep dive, Logan Kilpatrick, Director and Engineer at Google DeepMind, breaks down how AI agents, advanced model-product symbiosis, and tools like Gemini 3.5 Flash are fundamentally shifting the engineering bottleneck. Learn how to maintain your competitive advantage by moving beyond the keyboard to focus on prob
Addy Osmani: Top Tier Software Engineers vs. AI Agents. The Mindset You Need
As AI agents transform software engineering, how do you leverage them without losing your coding skills or risking production disasters? In this episode, Google Cloud AI Director Addy Osmani breaks down the shift from babysitting basic models to mastering advanced agent harnesses.Discover how to safely delegate complex technical tasks while maintaining your human engineering identity and setting u
What World Class Software Engineers Do That You Don't
After 250 episodes of Beyond Coding, a pattern shows up again and again: the engineers who thrive aren't the ones chasing the newest tool or the cleanest code. They're the ones who learn fast, keep things simple, and understand the business they're building for. This special pulls the sharpest moments from recent guests into one conversation about what actually makes a great software engineer in 2
What Separates Cracked Software Engineers From Everyone Else
Reddit Reacts is back. I'm taking the most controversial takes on software engineering from Reddit and giving you my unfiltered perspective on what's happening, from juniors leveraging AI tools, to the culling of engineers who refuse to adapt, to whether you should take a gap year after a layoff.In this episode, we cover:How to become technically "cracked" and what really separates great engineers
DevOps Expert: How Elite Software Engineers Are Using Agents to Get Sh*t Done
Most engineers are using AI coding tools without understanding what they actually are and it's costing them. Microsoft Certified Trainer Rob Bos has trained thousands of engineers on AI tooling, and he sees the same gaps in fundamentals show up again and again, regardless of seniority. This is what you need to know:What an LLM actually is (and why understanding this changes how you use it)Why prom
OSS Expert: Why World Class Engineers Get Jobs on Easy Mode
Most engineers approach open source the wrong way. They write code, open a PR, and wonder why it never gets merged. Bruno Schaatsbergen, Terraform core contributor and ex-HashiCorp engineer, breaks down the real craft behind contributions that actually land, and why AI is quietly breaking the ecosystem we all depend on.In this episode, we cover:Why pull requests get ignored (and the counterintuiti
Veteran Architect: How To Design And Build Systems That Survive
What separates software that survives from software nobody wants to touch? Nico Krijnen has spent 30 years building systems, coaching teams, and learning why some projects thrive while others quietly become the legacy code everyone avoids. In this episode, he shares why the real work starts after you ship, what actually turns a system into legacy, and why the knowledge in your team's heads matters
Top Microsoft Advisor: "Coding Is Cheap, Software Is Expensive." You're Focused on the Wrong Thing
Suzanne Daniels is a Top Microsoft Advisor who works with CTOs and engineering leaders across EMEA on developer productivity, GitHub, and AI adoption. Her take: the industry is obsessing over coding speed, but that was only ever level one. The real shift is in who defines the solution, not who writes the code.In this episode, we cover:Why the "55x faster coding" marketing misses the poin
AI Expert: Most Software Engineers Aren't Ready for What's Coming
The role of the software engineer is shifting from execution to orchestration, and it's happening faster than most of us realize. Dennis Vink, Principal Consultant at Xebia, breaks down how he approaches code modernization with AI, why fundamentals and system design matter more now than ever, and what the engineering role is actually becoming.In this episode, we cover:Why you need to mature yo
Veteran CTO: How to Think About Your Software Engineering Career
Most senior engineers don't realize they're stuck until it's too late. The longer you stay, the more people around you have already decided who you are and what you're for. Ian Miell, CTO at Container Solutions, breaks down why this happens and how understanding the system around you is the first step to growing beyond it.In this episode, we cover:Why staying too long gets you put in a box (and ho
Top Tier Architect: Software Engineering Is About Battling Complexity
Most architects stop coding... and that's exactly where they lose their edge. Dennis Doomen has been a hands-on coding architect for 30 years, and his take is blunt: if you're not in the code, you can't make good architectural decisions. Period.In this episode, we get into the real causes of codebase rot, why dogmatic pattern-following destroys teams, how Dennis uses AI tools to build open source
Uber Engineering Manager: Why Clarity Beats Seniority
Sendil Nellaiyapen, Engineering Manager at Uber, has built systems that scale to millions of users. In this episode he shares what most engineers get wrong about both system design and the move into engineering managementIn this episode, we cover:Ingredients for designing systems that scale to millions of usersHow to know when to compromise on architectureThe trade-offs of going from IC to enginee
Lead Software Engineer: Why You Can Write the Code in a Day but Ship in a Month
Are you over-engineering for a future that might never come? In this episode, we explore why "future-proofing" often leads to wasted time and sunk costs, and how shifting your mindset from opinions to hypotheses can drastically improve your Developer Experience (DevEx).In this episode, we cover:The trap of complex architecture decisions like Hexagonal Architecture too earlyHow to identify and remo
How Senior Software Engineers Balance Speed and Quality (Scale-Up Lessons)
The difference between a junior and a senior engineer isn't coding speed, it's knowing when to say "no.""The best code you can write is the code you don't write." In this episode, I sit down with Alessandro Mautone (Senior Software Engineer at Aquablu, ex-WeTransfer) to discuss the reality of engineering at a scale-up: how do you maintain technical excellence when t
How to Think About Software Engineering (CTO's Perspective)
We are at a unique point in history where there is finally an alternative to human coding. If AI can write the code effectively, what is left for the software engineer?In this episode, Joris Conijn (AWS CTO at Xebia) argues that the era of "just coding" is over. We discuss why senior developers are safe (for now), why juniors are at risk of never learning the fundamentals, and how "Shadow AI" is f
How to Build the Best Platforms for Software Engineers
Is your internal developer platform actually improving velocity, or is it a bottleneck? We discuss why platform teams building "cool" abstractions is a red flag, and you should aim to create the best platform for software engineers.In this episode, we cover:Why "Golden Paths" can turn into roadblocks for developers.The danger of Shadow IT and why it’s a symptom of a failed platform.How to measure
Career Advice I'd Give Every Software Engineer Right Now
Engineering hasn't become easier, writing code has just become faster. Time to stop fighting symptoms and start thinking in systems. In this Q&A, I break down the career advice I'd give to any engineer, from mastering architecture to knowing when to quit a high-paying job.In this episode, we cover:How "Systems Thinking" can be applied in practiceThe "Golden Handcuffs&quo
The Skills That Matter When AI Writes Your Code
The software engineering landscape is shifting rapidly. Coding is becoming "cheap" because of tools like Claude Code, Codex, Gemini, Cursor etc. Interviews are evolving to focus on system design over syntax. In this Q&A, I break down exactly which skills matter now, how to negotiate the salary you deserve, and how to deal with difficult personalities on your team.In this episode:How
Google & AWS Veteran: How To Become a Top Tier Software Architect
"Architects shouldn't try to be the smartest people in the room, they should make everybody else smarter."In this episode, Gregor Hohpe (ex-Google & AWS, author of "The Software Architect Elevator") breaks down exactly how to transition from software engineer to architect. He shares the mental models used at Big Tech to handle complexity, visualize systems, and navigate office politics without
Own Your Engineering Career (No One Else Will)
Are you waiting for a promotion that never comes? In this episode, we break down why relying on your manager to define your growth is a career-limiting mistake and how you can take full ownership of your professional path.In this episode, we cover: Why hard skills get you hired but won't get you aheadHow to create growth opportunities when your company has no clear pathUsing RACI to own decisi
The AI Skills Software Engineers Need to Learn Now
Software engineers often think adding AI is just a simple API call, but moving from a Proof of Concept to a stable production system requires a completely different mindset. Maria Vechtomova breaks down the harsh reality of MLOps, why rigorous evaluation is non-negotiable, and why autonomous agents are riskier than you think.In this episode, we cover:The essential MLOps principles every software e
Why Mediocre Engineers Get Promoted Over Great Ones (CEO Explains)
Are your technical skills actually holding your career back? In this conversation with Anand Sahay, Global CEO of Xebia, we explore the controversial reality that "mediocre" engineers often climb the corporate ladder faster than technical wizards. And what you need to do to change that trajectory.In this episode, we cover:Why simplicity and business value beat complex code every timeThe specific m
How to Build Skills That Outlast Any Tool (From Data Analyst to AI Lead)
Tools change and frameworks die, but your career doesn't have to. Marijn Markus joins the show to explain why "Don't be a fool with a tool" is the single most important piece of advice for modern software engineers and data professionals.In this episode, we cover:The "Meta-Skill" of learning how to learn new technologiesWhy real innovation often originates in "dark" industries like crime and warfa
Why Coding Skills Won’t Get You To Staff Engineer
Are you just executing tickets, or are you driving business impact?In this episode, Praveen Murugesan (VP of Engineering at Samsara) breaks down why the best engineers don't just write code and why "coding skills" alone won't get you there.He explains the critical shift from "software engineer" to "product engineer," why you shouldn't wait for permission t
Forward Deployed Engineer: The Role Up 800% (And How to Get It)
Traditional software engineering job listings have dropped by 70%, yet Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) roles have exploded by over 800% this year. We sit down with Mo Fagir, Principal Technical Consultant at ServiceNow, to break down exactly why this shift is happening and how you can pivot your career to ride this AI adoption wave.In this episode, we cover:The massive market shift: Why "pure codi
AI Won't Replace Software Engineers, But This Might (CEO Perspective)
If you think your value as a software engineer comes just from writing code, you're already at risk.In this episode, Outsystems CEO Woodson Martin reveals why AI isn't the real threat to your career. Irrelevance is. He explains that writing code is now only 20% of the job, and the engineers who thrive are the ones who master the other "80% that matters."We cover:The billions of l
How We Get More Done with Fewer Engineers
What if you could build a multi-million dollar software company where only 10% of your employees are developers? AFAS, a company with hundreds of millions in revenue, does exactly that with a lean team of just 70 engineers. In this episode, Engineering Manager Michiel Overeem pulls back the curtain on their unconventional strategies for achieving massive productivity with a surprisingly small team
GitHub Senior Engineer: How The Best Software Engineers Lock In System Design
System design interviews often focus on theoretical complexity, but how do Senior Engineers at GitHub actually approach scaling? In this episode, Bassem Dghaidi breaks down how to think about system design when real business impact is on the line.We discuss why "simple is complicated enough," the dangers of premature scaling, and why vertical scaling often beats complex distributed systems. If you
From Backend Engineer to Head of Mobile (Lessons from Uber)
What does it take to build a career as a mobile engineer when AI is changing everything? Pasha Mazurin shares how he went from Java backend engineer to Head of Mobile, why he only joins mobile-first companies, and how AI-assisted development brought the joy back to his work. This isn't theory, it's real lessons from 15+ years in the field and now learning Android at a senior level.In this episode,
How to Stay Relevant in Tech (25+ Years of Lessons)
Worried about staying relevant as AI and new tools keep changing tech? The answer isn't chasing every new framework, it's treating your career like an engineering problem you can solve.In this episode, we cover:Why staying relevant isn't about the tools (and what it's really about)The 3 essential career management tools: Brag Doc, Competency Framework, and MentorsHow to get promoted when you're al
Promotions, Salary & Leadership: I Answer Your Toughest Tech Career Questions
You asked, I answered. In this Q&A episode, I tackle the toughest career questions you submitted: from getting promoted when the process feels political, to negotiating salary, to leading projects as an IC.In this episode, we cover:* Holding peers accountable when you're not their manager* Navigating promotions when the process is political or unclear* Increasing your salary with strategic job
What Separates Good Engineers from Great Ones
What's the real difference between a good software engineer and a truly great one? It’s more than just coding skill. It's a specific mindset, a disciplined approach to technology, and a deep understanding of core principles. This is the roadmap to leveling up your career.In this conversation with Sander Mak, Director of Technology at Picnic, we discuss the methods they use to train world-class eng
From 6 Engineers to 2: Why Product and Engineering Are Merging
What if the standard 6-person software team is now obsolete? AI tooling isn't just a productivity booster; it's fundamentally blurring the lines between product and engineering, enabling smaller, more powerful teams to achieve what once took an entire department.We're joined by Kate Ivanova, a Product Manager with years of experience building AI products at Big Tech companies, to discuss this tect
How Hackathons Make You a Better Software Engineer
What if you could turn a weekend project into a core product feature at a major tech company? We sit down with Behrouz Pooladrak, a software engineer and hackathon legend at Booking.com, to uncover how these intense competitions can fast-track your skills, career, and impact. He shares the mindset and strategies that took his ideas from a one-day build to a real-world product used by millions.In t
AI Startup CEO Reveals What Really Kills AI Projects
What if the biggest obstacles to AI innovation aren't what you think? Deeploy CEO Maarten Stolk shares his controversial but effective strategies for building successful AI products and ecosystems, challenging the common wisdom around bottom-up initiatives and regulation.In this episode, we cover:Why bottom-up initiatives fail without strong top-down vision.The surprising benefits of the EU's AI A
The Graph Problem Most Developers Don't Know They Have
As a developer, you're trained to think in rows and tables. But what if that's the exact reason you're missing the most powerful connections in your data? There's a fundamental "Graph Problem" hiding in plain sight in almost every application, and once you see it, you'll wonder how you ever missed it.In this episode, we reveal this "obvious" secret and show you how to leverage it to build smarter,
How Deepfakes are Evolving (And What You NEED to Know)
It takes just three seconds for AI to steal your voice and impersonate you in a way no one can detect. How can you protect yourself, your family, and your finances when seeing and hearing is no longer believing?In this episode, deepfake expert Parya Lotfi reveals the shocking reality of AI-driven scams, from fraudulent bank transfers to fake kidnapping calls. We uncover how criminals operate and w
From Pixels to Tokens: UX Is Not Enough Anymore
What does it take to build AI features at the scale of Microsoft Copilot? Senior Product Manager Stéphanie Visser reveals the massive shifts in product development, from focusing on pixels to tokens and embracing a culture of rapid, data-driven experimentation. Learn how the roles of PMs, engineers, and scientists are evolving and what it takes to succeed.In this episode, we cover:The shift from U
Stop Hiring Junior Engineers Because of AI?
As AI accelerates development, many companies are halting junior hiring, believing AI tools can replace them. Shahin Shahkarami, Director of Data & AI at Ikea Retail, argues this is a massive mistake and that now is actually the best time to invest in new talent.In this episode/video, we cover:Why companies should hire junior talent despite the rise of AI.How the role of a data scientist is ev
How to Master Software Engineering (From Junior to Architect)
Feeling overwhelmed by the constant change in software engineering? After 25 years in the industry, CTO Joris Kuipers shares a pragmatic roadmap to not just survive, but achieve true mastery in your craft, whether you're a junior developer or a seasoned architect.In this episode, we cover:How to focus your learning when new technologies emerge dailyThe ideal environments for junior and senior engi
The Simple Daily Habit That Unlocks Your Productivity
Time is your most finite resource; once you spend it, you can never get it back. In this conversation, co-founder and Senior Product Manager Joseph Hill reveals the mindset and systems he uses to be intentional with his time, manage his focus, and stay productive without burning out.In this episode, we cover:How to be intentional with your time and challenge unnecessary meetings.The right tools fo
Principal Software Engineer: Democracy at Work is Overrated
Dario Gieselaar, Principal Software Engineer from Elastic gets brutally honest about what it really takes to succeed in a top tech company. We uncover the uncomfortable truths about the promotion game, why direct feedback is crucial (even when it hurts), and why a "winning" mindset is everything. This is the conversation about career growth they don't have in HR meetings.In this episode, we cover:
How to Get a Remote or International Tech Job (Complete Guide)
The most common question I get is "How do I land a remote or international tech job?" In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact roadmap I would follow, from building core skills to the one thing you MUST do to get noticed by recruiters. This isn't just about resumes; it's about building a career that opens global doors.In this video, we cover:Why your first job should be local (and in-office).H
Tech Founder: From 0 to 15 Million Users. Here's What We Learned
Maximiliano Neustadt, CTO and co-founder of Polarsteps, shares the incredible journey of building a travel app from 5 people to over 15 million users. From surviving as a travel company during the worst possible timing to scaling without hustle culture, Maxi reveals the key decisions, hiring practices, and leadership lessons that drove their success. Learn how they built strong company values, mad
Software Engineering Went From Hacker Culture to...
Pauline Vos (Senior Software Engineer at MongoDB) reveals how software culture evolved from its counterculture, DIY, and anarchist roots to what we see today.We explore:The original hacker mindset and why it matteredHow open source was always politicalWhy 2017-2018 changed everythingWhere to still find real hacker culture (hint: hacker camps, FOSDEM)The difference between building puzzles vs. buil
Search Is In Everything You Build (And You Probably Don't Know It)
Search is just about Google? Think again. In this conversation with Pratim Bhosale (Senior Developer Experience Engineer at Treblle), we discuss how search technology secretly powers nearly every app you use daily.What we discuss:- Why Netflix recommendations are actually reverse search- How dating app swipes and e-commerce filters are sophisticated search in disguise- The evolution from keyword m
Inside VEED’s AI Product Strategy: Speed, Scale, and User Feedback with Samuel Beek
Samuel Beek, Chief Product Officer at VEED, joins me to share how their team ships AI-powered features in days, not months.We explore VEED’s product strategy, how they stay close to users, and what it really takes to build fast without breaking things. If you're building with AI or working in product, this episode is packed with useful takeaways.Topics include:Shipping AI features at startup speed
From AI Hype to Real-World Results! Getting AI into Production with Sohrab Hosseini
How do you cut through the AI hype and successfully deploy AI products at scale?In this episode, Sohrab Hosseini (co-founder of Orq) shares practical insights into overcoming common challenges of AI production: model hallucinations, cost management, maintaining observability, and scalability. Discover the realities of putting AI into practice and learn what truly matters for achieving real-world r
Why We're Excited About React Compiler (React Compiler Explained) with Lydia Hallie
This was a special episode, recorded at React Summit in Amsterdam! Curious to hear your feedback! The next edition of the biggest React conference will be in New York, on November 18 & 21, and Early Bird tickets are out if you're interested: https://reactsummit.us/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=beyondcodingThe utm tags are only to gauge interest :)I really enjoyed the conference and might
AI in Software Engineering: Productivity, Pitfalls, and Practical Advice with Stacy Cashmore
Is AI a productivity tool or a dangerous shortcut for developers?In this episode, Stacy Cashmore, Product Lead at OmniPlan, joins us to discuss the practical realities of integrating AI into software engineering. Stacy shares real-world insights from developing AI-driven products, highlighting both the powerful benefits and significant pitfalls developers face when using tools like Claude and GitH
The Identity Crisis of Software Engineers in the Age of AI with Borislav Nikolov & Rares Mirica
AI is reshaping software engineering—but are developers getting better or worse?In this episode, Borislav Nikolov and Rares Mirica join me to discuss the identity crisis facing software engineers due to AI-driven tools. We explore the balance between increased productivity and potential intellectual decline, and what developers can do to stay ahead in a rapidly changing field.Topics include:✅ Pros
Can AI Really Replace Human Customer Support?
In this episode, Dennis de Reus, co-founder of Stellar and former Head of AI at ABN Amro, reveals how AI-driven voice technology is redefining customer interactions. We discuss practical experiences, real customer feedback, and the capabilities of AI compared to human support agents.Topics include:✅ How Stellar uses AI to improve customer support experiences.✅ Real-world scenarios where customers
Leadership, Burnout & Building Global Teams with Ray Bogman
Great leaders don’t manage—they inspire, coach, and build trust.In this episode, Ray Bogman (Head of Innovation at Alumio) shares his experience leading a global team of 75 people and discusses why traditional management doesn’t work in today’s diverse, remote-driven world. We dive into how empathy, psychological safety, and relationship-building are essential leadership tools that prevent burnout
What is Vibe Coding? The New Way Developers Build Software with Zowie Langdon
"Vibe coding"—it’s the buzzword you might not have heard yet, but it could change your entire workflow.In this episode, Zowie Langdon explains exactly what vibe coding is: a modern approach that pairs developers with powerful AI tools (such as GPT-4, Cursor, Claude, and Gemini) to rapidly accelerate software development. We discuss how this innovative technique helps you code faster, exp
Public Speaking, Networking & the Role of Architects with Bert-Jan Schrijver
Ever considered speaking at a tech conference but felt unsure or overwhelmed?In this episode, Bert-Jan Schrijver, CTO at OpenValue, shares invaluable insights on why public speaking is one of the most powerful ways developers can grow their careers, sharpen their skills, and expand their professional networks. Bert-Jan provides practical advice for overcoming common hurdles, selecting impactful ta
Rust, Game Development & Career Growth with Stephan Dilly
Can learning Rust boost your software engineering career? Absolutely.In this episode, Stephan Dilly, Rust expert and seasoned game developer, discusses why Rust has quickly become a critical skill in the industry. He shares insights on Rust’s challenging learning curve, why it’s worth mastering, and how it positions you as a highly sought-after engineer. We also explore the world of game developme
Why Your Org Chart is Breaking Your Software
Can bad team structures lead to bad software? The answer might surprise you.In this episode, André Borgonovo (Engineering Manager at GoodHabitz) joins me to discuss how team restructuring, Conway’s Law, and domain-driven design impact software development. We explore why engineering teams succeed or struggle based on how they’re structured—and what leaders can do to improve collaboration and effic
How to Stay Ahead as a Software Engineer - No Matter What Changes!
🔥 How do top software engineers stay ahead—no matter how fast technology evolves?The tech industry is constantly shifting, and staying relevant as a software engineer isn’t just about learning the latest frameworks. In this episode, we dive into:**✅ How to master your tools & become highly efficient✅ The mindset shift every engineer needs to stay adaptable✅ Why incremental learning beats futur
How Elite Developers Think Differently (And How You Can Too)
What separates elite software engineers from the rest? It’s not just coding skills, it’s how they think, make decisions, and collaborate. In this episode, we dive deep into:🔥 The mindset shift that unlocks next-level engineering success🤝 How co-creation and transparency lead to better products🚀 Why top developers rethink roadmaps and challenge priorities🧠 The hidden power of A/B testing in decisio
Breaking Into Tech Changed Everything. This Is Why | With Ornella Friggit-Konaté
Many think breaking into tech is just about learning to code—but the reality is far more complex. In this episode, I sit down with Ornella to dive into the unexpected lessons she learned from transitioning into tech. We talk about why mindset matters as much as technical skills, the power of feedback in career growth, and the surprising truths about working in diverse teams.🎧 Tune in to hear their
Tech Leadership Hiring Secrets for Career Growth and Balance with John Müller
Are you eager to climb the tech career ladder while maintaining a healthy work-life balance? In this insightful episode of Beyond Coding, we uncover the essential strategies for effective leadership hiring and explore how these practices can accelerate your professional growth.What You'll Learn: Leadership Hiring Secrets: Dive into key tactics and best practices for attracting and selecting to
Bob van Luijt's Lessons from Scaling Weaviate: Startup Growth & Hiring
Scaling a startup is harder than it looks. From hiring and funding to execution, most founders underestimate what it really takes to grow a business.In this episode,Bob van Luijt, CEO & co-founder of Weaviate, shares hishard-earned lessons from building an AI-native database company that has scaled to100+ employees worldwide.What you’ll learn in this episode:✅ Whyyour ability to sell a vision
Testing at Scale: What Every Developer Needs to Know with Maurício Aniche
Testing at scale is hard. In this episode, we explore what every developer needs to know about writing tests in large organizations, preventing bottlenecks, and ensuring software quality at scale. Featuring insights from Mauricio Aniche, Tech Lead at Adyen and former professor at TU Delft
Connect with Maurício:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricioaniche
https://www.mauricioaniche.com
https://x.co
Copilot Will Change How You Work Forever. Here's Why with Femke Cornelissen
Connect with Femke:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/femcornelissen
https://femkecornelissen.com
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Why Some Engineers Rise to Leadership - And Others Don’t with Marcel de Vries
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