In this special three-act deep dive of The Programming Podcast, hosts Danny Thompson (Director of Technology at This Dot Labs) and Leon Noel (Managing Director of Engineering at Resilient Coders) unpack the roller-coaster saga of Windsurf’s attempted acquisition.- Act I covers the OpenAI offer, a jaw-dropping $3 billion deal that promised to supercharge OpenAI’s IDE ambitions, only to be derailed by Microsoft’s pre-existing IP clause granting co-ownership of any new code.- Act II explores Google’s strategic “halo hire”, where Verun Moan sidestepped a full buyout in favor of a $2.4 billion non-exclusive licensing deal that bolsters Gemini without triggering antitrust alarms. - Finally, in Act III, we analyze Cognition.ai’s employee-first acquisition, where key Windsurf engineers joined the Devon team under an ownership-stake model, keeping Windsurf alive and profitable.Stick around for our “Ask Danny & Leon” segment, where we lay out an actionable AI roadmap from advanced prompting techniques and RAG/vector database strategies to core programming principles to help you stay relevant in today’s AI-driven dev landscape.Stay in Touch:📧 Have ideas or questions for the show? Or are you a business that wants to talk business?Email us at dannyandleonspodcast@gmail.com!Danny Thompsonhttps://x.com/DThompsonDevhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/DThompsonDevwww.DThompsonDev.comLeon Noelhttps://x.com/leonnoelhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/leonnoel/https://100devs.org/📧 Have ideas or questions for the show? Or are you a business that wants to talk business?Email us at dannyandleonspodcast@gmail.com!📖 Chapters / Timestamps0:00 Intro & Three-Act Structure Overview 1:04 Act I Meet Windsurf (What & Why It Matters) 3:47 OpenAI’s \$3 B Acquisition Talks & Market Context 6:01 Windsurf’s \$100 M ARR & IDE Wars Dynamics 8:38 Microsoft’s Hidden IP Co-Ownership Clause Explained 11:40 Deal Collapse: 48 Hours to Ruin 12:05 Act II Google’s “Halo Hire” Strategy 13:27 Licensing vs. Acquisition: Financials & Antitrust 19:03 Google’s Non-Exclusive License & Gemini Integration 23:04 Impact on Enterprise Adoption & Customer Base 24:09 Act III Cognition.ai Acquires Key Talent 26:00 “Aqua Hire” vs. Full Buyout: Talent Over IP 29:03 Employee-First Ownership Model & Vesting 30:52 Meta & the Broader AI Talent Arms Race 33:43 What This Means for AI Tooling Market 36:52 “Ask Danny & Leon” Building Your AI Roadmap 44:03 Deep Dive: Prompting, RAG, Caching & Pre-Fetching 49:08 Core Dev Principles for Effective AI Use 53:12 Sneak Peek: *Practical Developer’s Guide to AI* 54:01 Outro, Viewer Giveaway & Next Episode Teaser
Is it WRONG to work at 4 different tech companies at the exact same time!? This is a very spicy episode, Danny Thompson and Leon Noel dive into the viral story of Soham Parekh—the engineer who somehow landed four tech jobs at the same time., multiple times. We unpack:
Ethics & Overemployment: Is it right or wrong to juggle multiple full-time roles?
Viral Playbook: How Soham’s informal outreach email and Harvard-style resume “gamed” early-stage startups.
Interview as a Game: Why knowing the rules—and playing them—is your biggest advantage.
Networking Secrets: Low-noise, high-signal tactics that beat out 60,000 applicants.
Audience Q&A: Your burning questions on representing yourself vs. outright lying in interviews.
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00:00 Intro & Episode Overview
02:27 Meet Your Hosts: Danny & Leon
04:04 Who Is Soham Par?
05:07 Viral Mixpanel Tweet Breakdown
09:36 Anatomy of the Outreach Email
13:40 Why Early-Stage Startups?
17:05 Can You Really Juggle Four Tech Jobs?
19:28 The Interview Process as a Game
23:50 Deep Dive: Soham’s Resume
29:11 Power of Referrals vs. 60,000 Applicants
32:09 Low-Noise, High-Signal Networking
35:04 Authenticity & Human Connection
46:26 Leading Cohort Teams: Tips & Tactics
55:34 Ask Danny & Leon: Your Questions
56:05 Q&A: Representing Yourself vs. Lying
59:48 Q&A: Humble Bragging & Self-Promotion
1:00:42 Outro & Closing Remarks
In this episode, Danny and Leon are joined by James Quick, Head of Developer Experience at BigCommerce, to unpack all the major announcements from Vercel Ship 2025. We cover:
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- The new AI Gateway and what “no vendor lock-in” really means
- Active CPU pricing and how it can save you real money at scale
- Rolling Releases vs. A/B testing for safer, incremental deployments
- Bot ID: Vercel’s AI-powered bot protection for logins, checkouts, and expensive LLM endpoints
- Micro-frontends and how they fit into your Next.js apps
- Sandboxes for isolated testing of AI agents and prototypes
- Plus, stick around for our Ask Danny & Leon Q&A on building a stand-out portfolio and getting your first software role
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Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome & Host Introductions
01:42 – Overview of Vercel Ship 2025
07:08 – AI Gateway: One Endpoint for Every Model
10:22 – Active CPU Pricing: Pay Only for What You Use
14:46 – Rolling Releases: Safer, Incremental Deployments
20:52 – Rolling Releases vs. A/B Testing Explained
24:47 – Bot ID: Invisible AI-Powered Bot Protection
30:03 – Sponsor Break: Level Up Financial Planning
33:07 – UX & Partnership: Why Vercel’s Strategy Matters
36:05 – Sandboxes: Isolated AI & Code Testing
40:03 – The Shift to AI Cloud & Future Workflows
44:47 – Ask Danny & Leon: Portfolio, LinkedIn & Landing Jobs
53:30 – Wrap-Up & What’s Next
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In this episode of The Programming Podcast, Danny Thompson and Leon Noel dive deep into three key topics that every developer should know right now:
Vercel’s Fluid Compute — What it is, why it matters, and how a single toggle can slash your cloud costs.
JavaScript .map() explained — Not just for beginners! Real-world enterprise use cases and how it protects your original data.
New CSS features — Danny brings in a fresh concept that blew his mind over the weekend.
They also share powerful insights on how to build momentum after a tech conference, including actionable tips to turn casual conversations into long-term relationships.
Finally, Danny shares his AI prompting technique that radically improves the quality of responses from ChatGPT and other tools — and you’ll want to steal this trick.
💡 Whether you're junior or senior, working on side projects or leading enterprise teams, this episode packs in practical advice, strategy, and laughs.
👇 Chapters below — don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review (or hit dislike twice 😉)!
⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters:
0:00 – Intro and janky apps vs. enterprise hacks
1:00 – Podcast kickoff & thank you for 219 5-star reviews
2:30 – Vercel Fluid Compute: Why this one toggle changes everything
4:45 – Multi-threading explained with real examples
7:00 – Impact on React apps, cost savings, and AI workloads
10:00 – Enterprise-scale architecture shifts
11:00 – JavaScript .map() – Real-world usage breakdown
13:40 – Map vs. original data: what juniors often miss
15:00 – Data protection and use cases with sensitive info
16:50 – Why .map() is like let for arrays
17:30 – React, enterprise component architecture, and separation of concerns
19:00 – CSS concept teaser (covered later or in next episode)
37:00 – How to improve your AI prompts dramatically
38:10 – Danny’s exact prompt to get better ChatGPT responses
39:30 – Ask Danny & Leon: How to keep momentum after a tech conference
41:00 – Leon’s tips: Thank-yous, Twitter lists, and coffee chats
42:00 – Danny’s pre-conference strategy and post-event follow-up
44:00 – Junior vs. senior approaches to networking
46:00 – Funny origin story: How this podcast started from a conference joke
47:00 – Building genuine relationships with thoughtful follow-ups
49:00 – Outro – Thanks for tuning in!
Struggling to learn JavaScript in 2025? You're not alone—and it's not your fault. In this episode of The Programming Podcast, Leon Noel and Danny Thompson break down the real strategies for mastering JavaScript (and TypeScript) in today’s dev landscape. From avoiding tutorial hell to embracing project-based learning, we cover everything you need to finally make progress.
Whether you're just starting out or restarting your coding journey, this episode is packed with hard truths, practical tools, and motivational gems to keep you going—even when it gets tough.
We talk about:
Learning strategies that actually work
Why visual wins matter
When to start learning TypeScript
Why floats still get taught?!
How to avoid false expectations (aka thinking you’re job-ready after one birdhouse)
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⏱️ Chapters:
0:00 – Intro: Two kinds of projects
0:50 – Learning how to learn: Dr. Barbara Oakley
4:15 – Active recall & spaced repetition
7:30 – Building through pain (the right kind)
10:00 – Why JavaScript feels hard
12:00 – JavaScript vs HTML/CSS: Mental shift
13:10 – Should you start with TypeScript in 2025?
16:00 – Project-based learning: The underrated MVP
18:30 – Learning through fumbling: Leon’s take on floats
21:00 – The ES6/legacy debate: Var vs Let/Const
25:00 – Principles over implementation in the AI age
28:00 – Starting with early wins and momentum
31:00 – Why visual feedback is addictive for beginners
34:00 – Learning from different teachers
36:00 – Debunking "learning styles"?
40:00 – Why some formats (like video) just don’t work for everyone
42:30 – Must-know JavaScript resources in 2025
47:00 – FreeCodeCamp, HeroDev, The Odin Project, Full Stack Open
50:00 – Freelancing and the 100-Hour Project
52:30 – Aligning effort with expectations
54:00 – Birdhouses and burnout: Understanding trade-offs
57:30 – Build your learning identity
59:00 – Ask Danny & Leon: Should I travel 3 hours for a first-round interview?
1:05:00 – How to ask for help (and not sound rude)
In this episode, Danny and Leon dive into their firsthand takeaways from the AI Engineer World’s Fair in San Francisco. They share what it felt like to be among the brightest minds shaping the future of AI, why “tiny teams” are the hottest trend right now, and how rapid prototyping tools are changing the game. You’ll hear real-world use cases for AI agents (from meal ordering to personal finance audits), a deep discussion of Model Context Protocol (MCP) and the push for industry standards, plus a glimpse at conversational AI’s next frontier—attaching your bots to phone lines and AR glasses. They also preview the upcoming Commit Your Code conference and cap it off with a listener Q&A on resume and ATS strategies.
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Chapters
0:00 Welcome & AI Engineer World’s Fair Overview
4:50 Insights from Tracy Lee & Conference Atmosphere
7:00 “Tiny Teams” & Building Million-Dollar Startups
11:50 AI Agents in Action: Personalized Meal Planning & Finance Tracking
15:54 AI as a Productivity Multiplier, Not a Headcount Cutter
20:02 Model Context Protocol (MCP) & the Need for Standards
22:55 Advancements in Retrieval, Augmentation & Agentic Flows
26:43 This Dot Labs’ New AI Service Offering
30:42 Conversational AI Meets Telephony: Easy Phone Integration
34:50 AR Glasses, Voice AI & the Future of Human–Machine Interaction
35:58 Evaluating Prompts & Information Quality: Why It Matters
37:45 Preview: Commit Your Code Conference Growth & What’s Next
38:08 Listener Q&A: Ask Danny & Leon Segment
42:00 Resume Rescue: ATS Tips & Bullet-Point Best Practices
45:03 Closing Thoughts & Next Episode Teaser
Is HTML, CSS, and JavaScript still enough to land a job in 2025 — especially with AI reshaping everything? Danny and Leon go all in on this question with unfiltered, experience-backed advice that every aspiring developer needs to hear.🔥 Topics we dive into:The real expectations for entry-level devs in today’s marketWhy listing HTML on your resume might actually hurt youHow to develop confidence through "evidence"Why AI tools aren’t the shortcut you think they areWhat actually sets you apart from the competitionAnd why taste, design, and judgment are becoming the new moatWhether you're just starting out or trying to level up, this is the episode that clears the fog and gives you direction.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you found value!00:00 - The Job Market Is a Fight — Are You Ready?01:20 - The Cost of Wasting Resume Real Estate02:00 - What Employers Assume You Know03:45 - Danny and Leon Introduce the Show05:00 - The Big Question: Is HTML/CSS/JS Still Enough in 2025?06:30 - Leon’s Take: “Yes, but...”08:20 - Danny’s Take: “No, and here’s why...”10:00 - Why Most People Asking This Question Are Stuck in JS11:00 - The Decline of Frontend-Only Roles12:20 - Fullstack Is the New Baseline13:30 - What Grads from 100Devs & Resilient Coders Are Actually Learning14:15 - HTML/CSS on Resumes? It’s a Red Flag16:00 - Focus on Achievements, Not Basics17:30 - Why TypeScript and Deeper Skills Matter More Than Ever19:00 - If You’re Missing Resume Wins… Go Make Them20:00 - Why We're Blunt: It's About Getting You Hired21:00 - AI Tools Won’t Replace Hard Work22:30 - Designers & Frontend Devs Are About to Thrive Again24:00 - Taste and Judgment Will Be the Competitive Edge25:00 - Software’s Moat Is Still There — Use It to Your Advantage26:45 - Ask Danny & Leon: “How Do I Fit In as a 19-Year-Old?”28:00 - Confidence Comes from Evidence29:40 - Stop Applying for Internships if You're Not in College31:00 - New Blood and Enthusiasm Are Valuable in Tech32:00 - Final Words: Be Unapologetically Hungry
In this episode of The Programming Podcast, Leon Noel and Danny Thompson dive deep into how to get the most out of tech conferences — including unique strategies used at Commit Your Code, what it really takes to build a network from scratch, and how AI is completely changing the developer landscape.
From portable mini golf to prompt cards that kickstart conversations, Danny unveils how CYC is engineered to spark real connections — not just QR-code scans. Then, the duo unpacks Google I/O 2025, including wild use cases for AI-generated video, Android XR glasses, and what companies are really doing with AI budgets (spoiler: it’s not layoffs).
Whether you're a developer looking to network better, a freelancer trying to close more deals, or just someone curious about how AI is disrupting everything — this episode is for you.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Strategy for Building Real Connections at Conferences
01:45 - Introducing Commit Your Code & This Year’s Upgrades
03:10 - Mini Golf as a Networking Tool? Here’s Why
04:30 - Free Professional Headshots & The Morning Connect
05:25 - Prompt Cards & the “Start in the Middle” Philosophy
06:15 - The 5-Minute Pass System for Intros
07:50 - How Employers Are Involved at CYC
09:40 - Leon’s Early Networking Strategy: Never Eat Alone
11:00 - The Power of Volunteering at Conferences
13:00 - Shifting the Focus from Collecting Contacts to Creating Relationships
14:15 - “Read the Room” & Breathers During Conversations
15:30 - Making Conferences Less Awkward and More Genuine
16:55 - Transitioning from Online to In-Person Relationships
18:00 - From CYC to Google I/O: Huge Shifts in Tech
20:10 - AI-Generated Video and the Wild Future of Media
21:55 - AI Search and the Changing Behavior Around Google
23:30 - Real-Time Translation with Android XR Glasses
25:05 - Will Smart Glasses Finally Go Mainstream?
27:00 - Google’s Ecosystem Advantage in AI Integration
29:00 - Why Google Glass Was Too Early
30:50 - Stripe Sessions & Corporate AI Investments
32:30 - AI as a Productivity Tool, Not a Layoff Excuse
34:15 - Freelance Client Discovery: Ask the Right Questions
36:00 - What Makes a $30K+ Project Work
37:40 - From $1.8K Projects to $275K+ Consulting Deals
39:10 - Auditing AI-Generated Code Responsibly
40:15 - Why Now Is the Time to Learn AI Tools as a Developer
42:00 - Final Thoughts: Real Problems great than Shiny Tech
43:00 - Ask Danny & Leon: Questions to Ask Freelance Clients
In this power-packed episode of The Programming Podcast, Danny Thompson (Director of Technology at This Dot Labs) and Leon Noel (Managing Director of Engineering at Resilient Coders) break down everything you need to know to get your first job in tech.
We go deep on:
- Recruiter secrets
- Nailing behavioral interviews
- Technical interview mindset
- Salary negotiation mistakes
- Job hunt strategy
- Real stories from our own journeys
Whether you're just getting started or stuck mid-hunt, this episode is your ultimate job search survival guide—with no fluff, just the actionable truth.
We also share what it's like building free communities like 100Devs and Commit Your Code, why most people aren't prepared for their interviews, and how vibes (yes, vibes!) play a bigger role in hiring than you think.
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⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Why We’re Still Not Monetized
01:03 – Do NOT Sign Exclusive Recruiter Agreements
02:17 – Why Some Get Jobs Fast (And Most Don’t)
03:36 – Reflections on the Biggest Guest Episode Ever
05:00 – What Recruiters Really Do & Why They Can’t Mentor You
09:48 – How to Prepare for Interview #1
12:00 – What “Being One of the Two” Really Takes
14:45 – Honest Audit: Are You Actually Job Ready?
17:00 – How to Strategize Your Resume & LinkedIn for Interviews
21:00 – Behavioral Interview Tips That Actually Work
23:00 – The Power of “Tell Me About Yourself”
26:00 – Why You Must Research Companies Before Interviewing
28:00 – Turning Interviews into Conversations
30:00 – Asking the Right Questions (and the Wrong Ones)
34:00 – How to Practice Behavioral Interview Questions
36:00 – The Ball Rolling: Following Up the Smart Way
38:00 – Momentum is Everything (Don’t Overinvest in One Job)
40:00 – The Sales Mentality Behind a Successful Job Hunt
42:00 – Technical Interviews: Think Out Loud or Fail Silently
45:00 – The Real Point of the “Soft Tech / Half-Behavioral” Round
48:00 – Storytime: Danny’s YouTube Startup Interview
51:00 – Salary Negotiation on Your First Job
54:00 – Why Your 3rd Job Will Always Outpay Your First
58:00 – The Six-Figure First Job Trap (And Why It’s Misguided)
1:01:00 – Optimize for the Long Game, Not the Big Number
1:04:00 – Listener Question: Finding Your Why & Your Path
1:07:00 – Time Management & Tech as a Launchpad
1:10:00 – Why You’re Struggling with JavaScript Right Now
1:13:00 – Building Something Real While Still Learning
1:15:00 – Never Overpromise to Clients
1:17:00 – Why Motivation Won’t Save You—Discipline Will
1:18:20 – Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts
In this episode of The Programming Podcast, Danny Thompson and Leon Noel are joined by special guest Santiago, a machine learning engineer and teacher of the Machine Learning School cohort, for one of the most actionable and grounded AI discussions in tech today.
We cut through the hype and dive deep into:
- How AI is (and isn’t) replacing developers
- Using AI as a co-pilot vs letting AI drive
- Vector databases, embeddings, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Model Context Protocol (MCP), agent-based systems, and why no one agrees on what an agent is
- The underhyped power of edge ML and TinyML
- Real-world agent use cases (like automating DocuSign workflows)
- Getting started with AI as a developer today — beyond building chatbots
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This episode is loaded with insights for junior devs, industry veterans, and anyone curious about building real AI-enhanced applications.
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⏱️ Timestamps & Chapters:
0:00 – Will AI Replace Software Developers?
0:45 – Embracing AI as a Developer Tool
2:00 – Meet the Hosts and Guest (Danny, Leon, Santiago)
3:20 – Leon’s AI Skepticism Journey
4:30 – Why “AI Won’t Replace You, But Someone Using It Might”
6:30 – Becoming a Solo Builder at Scale with AI
8:15 – Real Examples of Using AI to Get More Done
9:45 – AI and the Power of Prototyping
11:00 – AI Co-pilot vs. You Co-piloting AI
13:00 – Future of Tools Built for AI (MCP, A2A)
14:40 – Shifting Between Developer Modes with AI
17:00 – Intro to Vector Databases & Embeddings
20:45 – What is Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)?
23:00 – Large Context Windows vs RAG: Is RAG Still Relevant?
25:30 – Indexing Speed & Clustering Explained with Spice Rack Analogy
27:50 – Why Grounding Matters (Reducing Hallucinations in LLMs)
31:00 – The Importance of the Ingestion Layer
32:10 – Other Crucial AI Trends: MCP, Agent-to-Agent
33:00 – Defining AI Agents (Why No One Agrees)
35:00 – The Browser Wars of Agent Definitions
36:30 – Overhyped vs Underrepresented AI Concepts
38:00 – Specialized Tools for AI Builders
39:45 – Agents Will Be the Next Microservices
41:00 – Real-World Example: AI + DocuSign + Slack + Asana Integration
43:00 – Underhyped: TinyML and AI on Edge Devices
45:00 – Apple’s Adapter Strategy with LoRA Models
47:00 – Companies Aren’t Ready to Train Custom Models Yet
48:30 – Santiago’s Current AI Stack: Cursor, Windsurf, Tracer, and More
50:30 – Specialized Tools for GitHub Issues, Jupyter Notebooks
52:20 – Fine-Tuning Tools & Lightweight Model Training (DPO, RLHF)
54:00 – Ask Danny, Leon & Santiago: How to Get Started in AI
55:00 – First Project Ideas: RAG with YouTube, Building MCP Servers
58:00 – Easy Agent Idea: Email Filter for Promotions
59:00 – Leon’s Learning Stack: FastAI, MCP Docs, Replicate
1:00:00 – Danny’s Favorite Beginner Project: Alt Text Generator
1:00:25 – Wrap-Up and Goodbye
"It's Not Just You!" This is one of our most powerful episodes yet.
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In this episode of The Programming Podcast, Danny Thompson and Leon Noel are joined by an all-star panel of developers who broke into tech from completely non-traditional paths. From wax specialists and restaurant managers to teachers and project managers, this group didn’t just survive—they thrived.
We get raw, real, and ridiculously honest:
The lowest moments in their journey
Why failing interviews was the best thing that ever happened
How to navigate the AI wave without getting left behind
The truth about DevRel, layoffs, and today’s job market
How networking, community, and building in public changed everything
If you're learning to code, changing careers, or struggling to break into tech—this episode is for you. You'll walk away with not just hope, but a blueprint.
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🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen.
⏱️ YouTube Chapters
0:00 The Truth About Breaking into Tech
1:14 Meet the Co-Hosts & Guests
3:21 How Everyone Got Into Tech
13:14 “Rock Bottom” Moments That Changed Everything
25:01 What They Wish They Learned Earlier (Hint: Testing & Fundamentals)
30:46 How AI Is Changing Tech Careers (And What to Do About It)
32:23 Smart Ways to Upskill with AI
39:17 Mental Health, Burnout, and Bad Weeks in Tech
45:47 How to Actually Break Into Tech in 2025
48:53 The Power of Networking & Building in Public
51:05 Unexpected Job Wins Through Community
54:00 Real Talk: The Market Has Changed (And Won’t Go Back)
58:45 Are You Ready for the New Reality of Tech Hiring?
1:04:00 “You Just Bombed Your Interview”—What We’d Say on the Bus
1:11:55 Final Stories, Motivation, and Getting That Bread
qIn this episode of The Programming Podcast, Danny Thompson and Leon Noel dive into the challenges of learning and teaching coding, especially in the era of AI-assisted development and vibe coding. From real stories inside their cohorts to practical Git strategies (merge vs rebase), they unpack what it takes to grow as a developer, the dangers of disconnection as you level up, and why some tools can actually hurt your learning if used incorrectly.They also take a passionate stance on the AI hype cycle, including a fiery response to the claim that “AI will write 100% of code in a year.” Tune in for a raw, thoughtful, and energizing conversation that covers practical dev advice, community insight, and why mentorship still matters more than ever.🔍 What You'll Learn in This Episode- The real difference between Git merge vs Git rebase — with analogies that finally make sense- How to teach complex technical concepts without "drawing the owl"- Why junior developers struggle with AI tools (and how to actually learn from them)- The rise of vibe coding and where it actually works — and where it fails- How to write effective commit messages using professional Git conventions- The danger of using Git GUIs without understanding terminal commands- How AI falls short when it comes to code maintenance and debugging- Why most AI-generated code isn’t production-ready without developer intervention- The role of structured team collaboration in mastering version control- What real-world developer workflows look like in enterprise-level software development- Why companies still haven’t adopted AI — and what that says about AI in the workplace- A breakdown of how to use AI terminals like Warp.dev to avoid Git mistakes- Honest commentary on the AI hype cycle, vibe coding trends, and the future of development⏱️ Chapters0:00 – The Disconnection of Expertise: Remembering what it’s like not to know1:18 – Vibe Coding and the "Death of Excuses"2:03 – Inside the Cohort: Crunch Time & Team Struggles3:01 – Weekly Demos and Learning Through Exposure3:53 – Merge Conflict Chaos: Why Git Rebase vs Merge5:14 – Teaching Git Rebase: Deck of Cards Analogy9:01 – Git for Teams: Saving Points, Commit Hygiene & Strategy12:46 – Push Your Commits! And Why Local-Only Isn’t Enough14:58 – The Merge vs Rebase Breakdown (Visual Metaphor)17:00 – When Rebase Becomes Default: Real Org Examples18:49 – Don’t Fear Git: Every Dev Messes It Up Sometimes20:05 – Learn Git in Context: Work with Teams, Not Solo21:19 – Commit Message Best Practices (And Why They Matter)24:26 – GitHub Integration Tips & the Power of Structured Messages25:03 – Should Juniors Use GUI Git Tools? Pros & Cons25:52 – How to Use AI Correctly as a Junior Developer27:00 – The Rise of Vibe Coding: What Works, What Doesn’t28:03 – Maintenance with AI? Not Even Close Yet29:16 – The Anthropic CEO Hot Take & Dev Skepticism30:29 – AI Hype and the Dev Community’s Trust Problem31:06 – Devs Know Better: Why AI Claims Don’t Land32:07 – Shoutout to Indian Rapper Whankind & Community Uplift32:49 – $25/Week Discord Groups?! Rant Incoming34:03 – Free is better than Paid: Why We’re Building a Better Community35:03 – Real Vibe Coding Test at This Dot Labs36:40 – Vibe Coding Is Fun, But Logic Is Still King38:00 – Final Thoughts on Vibe Coding: MVPs vs. Long-Term Projects39:01 – What’s Next: Choosing Tools That Help You Grow
In this episode of The Programming Podcast, hosts Danny Thompson and Leon Noel dive deep into the art and science of professional networking. Whether you’re just building relationships or in “hit listing” mode to land your next job, learn why cold DMs rarely work—and what does. From warming up prospects with genuine engagement and “nerd bait” to volunteering and shared interests, Danny and Leon share real-world examples of outreach tactics that actually get responses. Plus, discover how to add value in every interaction, transition seamlessly from casual conversation to asking for a call, and keep your network “hot” even when you’re not job hunting. Stick around for our Ask Danny & Leon segment, where we tackle listener questions on maintaining strong connections during turbulent times.
🔥 Real advice. Real experience. Real value. Hit that like & subscribe button to support more episodes like this!
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What you will learn in this episode:
- Networking Modes: Understand the two distinct phases—general networking for relationship-building vs. hit listing when you’re actively job hunting
- Cold DM Strategy: Learn why cold outreach often flops and how to avoid the “ask-first” pitfall
- Lead Warming: Master warming up leads via strategic content engagement (likes, comments) before sliding into DMs
- Value-Driven Outreach: Craft value-first messages that show clear benefits to your contact
- Visibility Amplification: Boost your presence and social proof through consistent public engagement
- Long-Term ROI: Discover why ongoing relationship building drives outsized returns over time
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Chapter
0:00 Intro & Networking Modes
1:31 Messaging Mistakes & Disconnects
5:04 Warming Up: The Art of the DM
12:17 Volunteering & Shared Interests
15:03 Nerd Bait: Sparking Conversations
20:52 Value-Driven Outreach
28:01 Hit Listing: Job-Seeker Phase
37:55 Ask Danny & Leon: Keeping Networks Warm
44:27 Outro & Key Takeaways
In this powerhouse episode of The Programming Podcast, hosts Danny Thompson and Leon Noel sit down with Mark Techson — DevRel at Google and a longtime educator — to dive deep into Angular, DevRel, tech education, and how to create transformational learning experiences. From Google I/O prep to why Angular still thrives in enterprise environments, Mark opens up about his journey from teaching in churches to influencing thousands of developers globally. Whether you're React-curious, Angular-biased, or figuring out your tech journey — this episode will challenge how you think about frameworks, developer growth, and what success really looks like in this industry.
🔥 Real advice. Real experience. Real value. Hit that like & subscribe button to support more episodes like this!
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Danny Thompson
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Leon Noel
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💡 Topics covered:
What DevRel actually does at Google
Angular’s evolution and future
Signals, hydration, and bleeding-edge web tech
Developer education and breaking down hard concepts
The mindset shift from junior to impactful developer
Powerful personal stories on teaching, mentorship, and legacy in tech
0:00 Intro
01:05 - Meet Your Hosts: Danny, Leon, and Mark
02:00 - What is DevRel *Really*?
05:00 - A Day in the Life of DevRel at Google
08:00 - Why Fortune 500 Companies Still Use Angular
10:35 - Modernizing Angular: Signals, Hydration & More
13:10 - How Google Listens to the Developer Community
15:25 - Angular's Opt-In Philosophy & Avoiding Breaking Changes
16:45 - What Caused the Angular Perception Problem?
19:45 - Rebuilding Angular’s Image & Modern Relevance
22:00 - Transformational Education: Teaching Angular Differently
25:00 - Creating Talks That Change Worldviews
27:00 - From Church to Code: The Roots of a Great Communicator
29:00 - Evolving Notions of Success in Tech Careers
32:00 - Life Lessons: From Struggle to Strategic Planning
36:30 - Impact Through Mentorship & Developer Cohorts
40:10 - Cohort Project Spotlight: Smart Tenant Solution
42:00 - The Power of Being a Hard Worker with a Plan
44:00 - Learning to Learn: Avoiding Accidental Days
46:05 - Teaching Moments: Students Who Were Meant for This
47:00 - Listener Question: How Far Down the JavaScript Rabbit Hole?
50:00 - Why JavaScript + TypeScript Still Makes Sense
54:00 - Danny’s Rant: Don't Just Trust Random Internet Advice
56:30 - Final Thoughts & Farewell
Welcome to this power-packed episode of The Programming Podcast featuring hosts Leon Noel and Danny Thompson with special guest Andy Wong. In this in‐depth conversation, the trio dives into what it really means to be a mature engineer—one who not only masters technical skills but also leads by advocating for junior engineers. They share personal experiences from diverse tech backgrounds (from startups and boot camps to big tech giants like Meta, Google, Amazon, and Wayfair), discuss the art of “two‐way door engineering” (making decisions that are reversible versus irreversible), and explore career strategy in an ever-evolving industry.
🔥 Real advice. Real experience. Real value. Hit that like & subscribe button to support more episodes like this!
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Danny Thompson
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Throughout this 73‑minute episode, you’ll hear about:
• Mentorship & Advocacy: How investing in your juniors and empowering teams can drive both personal and organizational success.
• Career Growth & Decision-Making: The importance of taking risks, learning iteratively, and knowing when a decision is reversible—what Andy calls “two‑way door engineering.”
• Navigating Different Work Cultures: The trade-offs between startup agility and the structure of big tech, including insights into job hopping and innovation.
• Work-Life Balance & Burnout Prevention: Real talk about managing your time, setting boundaries, and keeping the passion alive without burning out.
• Listener Q&A: A candid response to a listener’s question about whether it’s too late to start learning tech later in life.
If you’re passionate about personal growth, leadership in engineering, and practical career advice—all delivered with honesty, humor, and a genuine commitment to helping others—this episode is for you.
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Chapters
0:00 – Intro
1:16 – Meet the Hosts & Guest: Andy Wong
2:47 – Why Andy Was Requested (and Requested Himself)
4:10 – The Many Faces of Andy Wong
6:05 – The Boston Connection & Early Days
7:00 – Mentorship Through Wayfair & Lab Zero
10:46 – Teaching SQL and Explaining Backends
13:18 – Internal Advocacy and Following Up
15:20 – The Senior Engineer's Real Role: Advocacy
18:29 – Defining Seniority vs. Management
19:48 – Startups vs. Big Tech: Myths & Trade-offs
25:17 – Job-Hopping and Career Longevity
26:32 – Startups and the Illusion of Innovation
30:06 – The Power of Risk: Two-Way Door Engineering
33:32 – How Meta Encourages Fast Iteration
38:05 – Personal Risk Tolerance & Career Strategy
41:06 – Keeping Your Head on Straight
44:42 – Avoiding Burnout & Setting Boundaries
46:09 – The Grind for Early-Career Devs
50:58 – The Truth Behind 1:1s & Early Confidence
54:00 – You Don’t Need Permission to Grow
56:03 – Rest vs. Recovery: Knowing the Difference
58:17 – Motivation, Momentum & Being Petty
1:05:00 – Building Projects for Impact (and Spite)
1:08:03 – Too Old To Code?!
You asked. We answered.In this very special Q&A episode, Danny and Leon tackle real questions from listeners about getting hired, staying motivated, and managing your learning and tasks as a developer. Whether you're applying to 20 jobs a day with no response, feeling overwhelmed by your dev role, or trying to bounce back after a layoff — this is the real talk you need to hear.🔥 Real advice. Real experience. Real value. Hit that like & subscribe button to support more episodes like this!💡 Sponsor: Level Up Financial PlanningChanging careers or increasing your income? Get financial clarity with Level Up Financial Planning—helping early and mid-career tech professionals secure their financial future. Visit LevelUpFinancialPlanning.com for a free consultation!Stay in Touch:📧 Have ideas or questions for the show? Or are you a business that wants to talk business?Email us at dannyandleonspodcast@gmail.com!Danny Thompsonhttps://x.com/DThompsonDevhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/DThompsonDevwww.DThompsonDev.comLeon Noelhttps://x.com/leonnoelhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/leonnoel/https://100devs.org/📧 Have ideas or questions for the show? Or are you a business that wants to talk business?Email us at dannyandleonspodcast@gmail.com!🚀 What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️How to stop being a “click apply” job hunter✔️The tools and strategies to learn more effectively (and not forget everything)✔️Recovering after a layoff with structure and momentum✔️Why your calendar is the ultimate productivity weapon✔️Pomodoro, Anki, space repetition, and real talk on burnoutChapters0:00 - All good things come from consistency 0:36 - Stop using your calendar wrong 0:53 - How to learn more effectively with less effort 1:06 - Welcome to the Q&A episode! 2:10 - How the podcast is doing (stats + milestones) 3:02 - The Programming Podcast website is live 4:07 - Just keep showing up 5:00 - Surprise questions for Leon 5:51 - “I apply to 20 jobs a day and only get scam responses” 6:58 - The problem with just clicking “apply” 8:01 - Resume audit and using ATS checkers 9:01 - Auditing your job hunt process 10:17 - Fill your calendar with value (even for job hunting) 11:28 - Being a connector in your network 12:00 - SPONSORED13:07 - “I landed a junior DevOps role… how do I manage my workload?” 15:09 - Why note-taking doesn’t actually work 17:17 - How we forget what we just learned 18:00 - Take questions, not notes (active recall tip) 18:58 - How to use Anki & spaced repetition 19:28 - Duolingo, language learning & space repetition 20:57 - Learn your priorities 22:01 - Block your work on the calendar like tasks 23:09 - Defend your learning time like a meeting 24:43 - Recharge hard: why scheduling helps your mental health 26:07 - A packed calendar = progress 27:26 - Work/life balance with non-negotiables 27:33 - “I was laid off and I’m feeling lost. What now?” 28:34 - How to build a structured recovery after layoff 30:00 - Break big goals into daily tasks to avoid burnout 31:20 - Network, connect, talk to people 33:43 - What does “laser focused” job hunting actually mean? 35:00 - Don’t get distracted by hype tech — learn what matters 36:40 - Closing thoughts + how to reach us 37:32 - Spotify shoutouts + where to subscribe 38:34 - Why value per minute is the goal of this podcast
He has worked at Netflix, Apple, Amazon and now... 🤯
Break down why you might not be getting hired—and what you can do about it! They share actionable insights on everything from personalized coffee chats and networking strategies to optimizing your LinkedIn profile, resume, and interview approach. Whether you’re a junior developer or a seasoned pro, you’ll discover practical tips to refine your outreach, communicate your value effectively, and tap into hidden job opportunities beyond the usual boards.Key Takeaways:• Coffee Chats & Networking: Learn how to craft genuine, personalized messages that open doors instead of closing them.• LinkedIn & Profile Optimization: Find out why a strong online presence is critical, and how to audit your messaging and profile to stand out.• Resume & Interview Strategy: Discover the importance of clear, confident self-presentation—from your resume’s first bullet point to actively engaging during technical interviews.• Job Boards & Beyond: Get insider advice on leveraging company career pages and alternative strategies to traditional job boards like LinkedIn and Indeed.Remember, every little tweak—from your messaging to the way you present your experience—can tip the scales in your favor. Tune in for a deep dive into these strategies and start making your job search work for you!Stay in Touch:📧 Have ideas or questions for the show? Or are you a business that wants to talk business?Email us at dannyandleonspodcast@gmail.com!Danny Thompsonhttps://x.com/DThompsonDevhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/DThompsonDevwww.DThompsonDev.comLeon Noelhttps://x.com/leonnoelhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/leonnoel/https://100devs.org/📧 Have ideas or questions for the show? Or are you a business that wants to talk business?Email us at dannyandleonspodcast@gmail.com!────────────────────────────Chapters:0:00 – Introduction & Community Shout-Out2:00 – Episode Topic: Why You Haven't Been Hired?3:00 – Coffee Chats & Networking Strategies10:00 – Leveraging LinkedIn: Messaging & Engagement Tips25:00 – Resume & Profile Optimization: Make a Great First Impression41:00 – Interview Strategies: Engaging & Communicating Your Value51:00 – Job Boards & Finding Opportunities57:00 – Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts────────────────────────────
Dive deep into the realities of technical interviews, networking, and the mindset needed to land a job in tech.
We break down real-world one-on-one coaching experiences, analyze why some candidates struggle despite getting interviews, and share practical strategies to level up your job search and technical prep.
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🚀 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why networking gets you interviews, but skills land the job
✔️ The importance of coffee chats & how to get them
✔️ How to approach technical interviews (LeetCode, system design & more)
✔️ The one mistake that keeps candidates from getting hired
✔️ Mindset shifts that separate successful job seekers from the rest
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📌 Timestamps & Chapters:
0:00 - Intro: Welcome to The Programming Podcast!
0:48 - Meet your hosts: Danny Thompson & Leon Noel
1:21 - Behind-the-scenes: Our approach to unscripted podcasting
2:19 - How networking is the secret weapon for job seekers
4:26 - The power of real-world projects – How to stand out in interviews
7:33 - Why most personal projects fail to impress hiring managers
9:59 - Technical interview mistakes that cost you the job
12:13 - The importance of coffee chats & how to make them work
16:00 - Success stories: Breaking out of your comfort zone
20:27 - Why just applying online won’t work (and what to do instead)
25:30 - How to fix your LeetCode & technical interview struggles
31:28 - Breaking the “No Degree” barrier – What companies really mean
37:41 - DSA strategy: The only 14 patterns you need to know
42:00 - How to communicate effectively in a coding interview
46:10 - Ask Danny & Leon: Avoiding burnout & time management tips
52:00 - Final thoughts: The real grind behind success
Ever felt overlooked at work? Struggled with technical interviews? Wondering how to stand out in your career? We’ve got you covered!
📢 In this episode of The Programming Podcast, hosts Danny Thompson, Leon Noel, and special Co-host James Q Quick dive deep into overcoming fear, taking action in your career, and the immense value of networking in tech. 🚀
Connect with James Q Quick!
https://x.com/jamesqquick
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesqquick/
https://www.jamesqquick.com/
https://www.compressed.fm/
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Danny Thompson
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Leon Noel
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🔥 Topics Covered:
- The importance of being vocal about your work
- Why quiet wins often go unnoticed in the workplace
- How networking changed our careers (and how it can change yours)
- Preparing for technical interviews & overcoming fear
- James Q Quick’s journey into full-time content creation & the struggles behind it
- The reality of career ups and downs in tech
And much more!
⏰ Chapters & Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction & What Networking Really Means
2:10 - James Q Quick Joins the Podcast
5:50 - The Power of Work-Life Balance in Tech
10:21 - Overcoming Fear & The Impact of Taking Action
15:08 - The Importance of Being Vocal About Your Work
19:50 - James Q Quick’s Journey to Full-Time Content Creation
25:26 - The Challenges & Reality of Content Creation
30:45 - Why Networking is a Cheat Code for Career Growth
35:41 - Real Stories of How Networking Landed Jobs
38:12 - How to Overcome Fear in Technical Interviews
42:27 - Practical Strategies for Crushing Coding Interviews
47:03 - Closing Thoughts & Commit Your Code Conference Announcement
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