In this episode, we have Elston Baretto sharing how he turned his side project, Tiny Host—a simple and fast hosting solution for non-technical users—into a thriving SaaS business. He reveals the strategies and key pivots that led to sustainable growth of over $300,000 in annual recurring revenue.CONNECT WITH ELSTON BARETTO#️⃣ X - https://x.com/_baretto🌐 Tiiny.Host - https://tiiny.hostRESOURCES MENTIONED📖 Traction by Gabriel Weinberg: https://www.tractionbook.com🌐 Indie Hackers: https://www.in...
Mar 07, 2025•22 min
In this video, Aditya shares how he built a suite of Shopify apps, and grew to over $12,000 in monthly recurring revenue within a year as an indiehacker. Connect with Adi 🌐 Website: https://www.speedysquirrel.xyz ❌ Twitter: https://x.com/AdityaPMalani Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://x.com/cultureofcode ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0fqIsZcqFeB6NTdKaHSJtP Timestamps: 00:00 🙏 Me...
Jan 28, 2025•16 min
In this episode, we have Siya, the 18-year-old founder who skyrocketed his AI presentation startup called GenPPT to 20,000 users in just six months. He shares his incredible journey from coding at age 11 to launching a successful SaaS platform, revealing the secrets behind his rapid growth and the lessons learned along the way. Join us as we explore the world of solo founders, indie hackers, and SaaS startups! CONNECT WITH SIYA 📋 GenPPT (Siya's Startup) - https://genppt.com 💻 Siya's Website - ...
Dec 17, 2024•32 min
In this episode, we have Leandro, the founder of Sync2Sheets, a Google Workplace add-on that keeps Notion databases automatically in sync with Google Sheets. Leandro shares his journey of building a successful product, from identifying a problem he personally faced to creating a SaaS that now generates $9,000 in monthly recurring revenue. MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO 🤖 F5 Bot - https://f5bot.com 📊 Mixpanel - https://mixpanel.com 💬 Tidio - https://www.tidio.com 🔥 Firebase - https://firebase.google....
Nov 14, 2024•42 min
In this video, we have Julien Nahum, founder of NoteForms, a form builder for Notion users that generates $37,000 in monthly recurring revenue. Julien shares his journey from AWS employee to successful solopreneur, including his early failures, the strategies that led to NoteForms' success, and how he's navigating the evolving SaaS landscape. --- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER TO RECEIVE: 🚀 Episode Summaries: Get the latest episode in a digestible format 💡 Coding Tips & Tricks: Level up your ...
Oct 22, 2024•30 min
In this episode, Jason shares his inspiring journey transitioning from teaching to becoming a software engineer in the midst of the pandemic. He discusses the challenges he faced, including self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and discovering he has ADHD, and how he overcame them to land his first software engineer job and transform his life. --- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER TO RECEIVE: 🚀 Episode Summaries: Get the latest episode in a digestible format 💡 Coding Tips & Tricks: Level up your skills...
Aug 21, 2024•32 min
In this episode, Dilyan shares his inspiring journey of transitioning from finance to a fulfilling data science career at 36, revealing the unexpected challenges and surprising rewards he encountered along the way. --- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER TO RECEIVE: 🚀 Episode Summaries: Get the latest episode in a digestible format 💡 Coding Tips & Tricks: Level up your skills with practical advice from industry experts. 🔮 Tech Trends: Stay ahead of the curve with our curated digest of emerging te...
Aug 01, 2024•30 min
In this episode, we have Joelle, a former struggling single mom who shares her inspiring journey from working dead-end retail jobs to becoming a thriving software engineer after taking the coding bootcamp path. Joelle opens up about the sacrifices, doubts, and ultimate rewarding payoff of teaching herself to code to completely transform her life and financial situation. --- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER TO RECEIVE: 🚀 Episode Summaries: Get the latest episode in a digestible format 💡 Coding Tips ...
Jul 12, 2024•31 min
In this episode, we have Alison, a Senior Manager at Salesforce. She shares her unconventional journey into the sales engineering field with no technical expertise. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0fqIsZcqFeB6NTdKaHSJtP Timestamps: 00:00 Meet Allison 01:01 Transition into Sales Engineering 02:39 Understanding Pre-Sales and Sale...
Apr 25, 2024•29 min
In this episode, an experienced technical coach and software engineer, Lanna, shares her career journey—from various roles including chef, flower shop maintenance employee, and construction director to software engineer. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0fqIsZcqFeB6NTdKaHSJtP Connect with Lanna 🤳 LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com...
Apr 23, 2024•20 min
In this week's episode, software engineer Julia discusses her transition from a design background into software engineering, triggered by frustration with her career and a lifelong interest in programming. She shares her experiences with a coding bootcamp, her rapid salary growth after transitioning to companies paying in dollars, and her thoughts on online networking, written communication skills, the interview process, and the potential impacts of AI on the software development industry. F...
Apr 19, 2024•16 min
Jeremy shares his personal journey of transitioning from a backend developer role to a successful Senior Solutions Engineer at HubSpot. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0fqIsZcqFeB6NTdKaHSJtP
Apr 19, 2024•31 min
In this episode of Culture of Code, we sit down with Tristan, a Senior Product Manager at Amazon and an alum of Product School. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0fqIsZcqFeB6NTdKaHSJtP Timestamp 00:00 - Meet Tristan 00:32 - Tristan's Early Career and Startup Experience 01:19 - Discovering Product Management 01:49 - Advice on ...
Apr 02, 2024•22 min
In this episode, we have Deepti Tadala, a senior product manager at PayPal and alumni of Product School - a product management bootcamp. She talks about her career journey, the transition from consulting to product management, the importance of building a portfolio, and many more. She also discusses the impact of the bootcamp on her salary and career as a product manager. Let's dive in. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.appl...
Mar 26, 2024•14 min
In this week's episode, David, software engineer and alumni of App Academy, shares his journey from working two jobs merely making ends meet to becoming a successful software engineer earning six figures. Starting from a non-technical background, David shares how he overcame challenges, drawing upon his personal and professional experiences. If you're considering a career switch or looking for inspiration, this video is a must-watch. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.co...
Mar 24, 2024•16 min
In this episode, Richard Jang, Senior Product Manager of AIOps at Cisco Wireless, and Alumni of Product School, shares his professional transition from software engineering to product management. He opens up about the advantages of being a product manager and distinguishes the roles of a product manager and a software engineer. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify...
Mar 21, 2024•20 min
Are you a software engineer who’s concerned about job security in the ever-changing tech landscape? You're not alone. In this video, we've gathered insights from industry leaders to help you future-proof your career, how to avoid and survive layoffs. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0fqIsZcqFeB6NTdKaHSJtP
Mar 19, 2024•9 min
In this episode of Culture of Code, we sit down with Alessandro Zanardi, the co-founder and CEO of CodeWorks, a leading coding academy offering both remote and onsite programs. Alessandro shares his unique journey from studying political science to becoming a tech CEO, and his experiences working in various roles within the tech industry. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780...
Mar 17, 2024•38 min
Have you ever considered changing your job as a Software Engineer, especially during layoffs and hiring freezes? In this video, we ask five people in the tech industry about changing jobs - from how they transitioned from being a software engineers into other roles like becoming a product manager or engineering manager, or to go from being a software engineer into entrepreneurship. And if you are thinking about changing companies… what to look out for when you are changing jobs during hiring fre...
Mar 14, 2024•14 min
In the latest episode of the Culture of Code podcast, we sit down with Christian Lovern, software engineer and an alumnus of App Academy. Christian shares his journey from working at retail, to navigating the intensive coding bootcamp at App Academy. Christian's story is not just inspiring but also packed with practical advice for aspiring coders. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast...
Mar 13, 2024•32 min
Thinking about a career in software engineering? We asked 6 software engineers at the top companies like Google, Meta, Square, and Lyft about what it’s like to start and succeed as a software engineer if you were to start today. We've gathered insights from industry leaders to give you a comprehensive look at what it really takes to succeed in this field.
Mar 12, 2024•15 min
In today's episode, I'm joined by Xin Lu, a seasoned tech industry leader who previously served as a Senior Engineering Manager at Adobe. We discuss the evolving landscape of tech careers in 2023, focusing on the opportunities and transitions within fields like machine learning and generative AI. Xin shares valuable insights to help you navigate these career shifts and explores the diverse roles available in the industry, whether you're an experienced pro or just starting out. Join u...
Oct 12, 2023•26 min
In this episode, we delve into Carlos Rymer's remarkable journey from an unconventional background in environmental science to a successful career in tech. Join us as we explore the pivotal moments that sparked his interest in software engineering and how he navigated the challenges of breaking into the tech industry. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - htt...
Sep 19, 2023•28 min
In this episode, Carlos sheds light on the evolving landscape of Product Management and its growing significance in today's business world. He takes us on his personal journey, from his early days in computer science to the founding of Product School, and insights on Product School, Product Management in general, and many more. Explore our Product Management Playlist ⏯️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRZfLaxb1izDu8rC6cu8EMnE4NKl8hmIJ Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitte...
Sep 13, 2023•24 min
In this episode of Culture of Code, we sit down with Shivram Subramanian, an engineering manager at Lyft. Shivram shares his unique journey from being a video game enthusiast to becoming a tech industry leader. He discusses how his fascination with the artificial intelligence in FIFA sparked his interest in coding and led him to a career in software engineering. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this interview are solely those of the podcast guest, and do not reflect the official p...
Aug 16, 2023•35 min
In today's episode we have Abhishek, Engineering Manager of Autonomous Driving (Perception) at NVIDIA. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this interview are solely those of the podcast guest, and do not reflect the official policy or position of his or her employer. This interview is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast... ➡️ Spotify - ...
Aug 03, 2023•37 min
In today's episode, we have Dan Shiebler, head of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence at Abnormal Security, and was previously a machine learning engineering manager at Twitter. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0fqIsZcqFeB6NTdKaHSJtP
Jul 21, 2023•26 min
In today's episode we have Shaun Hickson, Engineering Manager at Google, managing foundational technical infrastructure for Google and Google Cloud. Follow Culture of Code ➡️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/FelixThea ➡️ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/culture-of-code-podcast/id1563271780 ➡️ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0fqIsZcqFeB6NTdKaHSJtP
Jul 20, 2023•34 min
In today's episode we have Tiffany Jachja, Engineering Manager at Autodesk and also a Career Coach. Tiffany has navigated various roles and environments, from an information systems researcher to leading professional services at Red Hat. Her journey has taken her through the exciting realm of startups, where she contributed to transforming a company into a unicorn. Along the way, she has coached individuals through tech career transitions, leveraging her expertise to guide them towards succe...
Jul 19, 2023•42 min
In today's episode we have Vineet Joglekar, Engineering Manager at Google. Prior to joining Google, he worked at Bloomberg and Amazon. At Amazon he managed teams that built and supported tools for creators to create live streams, enhance and enrich Amazon Live's Homepage, interactivity features and Amazon Live app on Fire TV.
May 30, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 12
