How to Fix the Developer Talent Shortage
May 05, 2015•38 min•Ep. 3
Listen to this episode in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more
Episode description
Dave Hoover on coding bootcamps and how immersive learning environments are helping to fix the developer talent shortage. Plus: should you learn to code?
Here's what to listen for:
- 0:44 Why are software developers in such short supply?
- 3:01 How do developer boot camps help solve the talent shortage?
- 6:28 How do you onboard junior talent?
- 8:11 Should I go to a coding school?
- 11:45 How long does it take to become proficient as a software developer?
- 15:43 Should I learn how to code as a non-programmer?
- 21:58 How can I overcome a learning "hump"?
- 26:23 What's the mark of a great developer?
- 27:32 How can new developers effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical team members?
- 29:53 Is there such a thing as a "10x engineer"?
- 32:51 What's the best work environment for a recent bootcamp graduate?
- 34:52 How can I support dev bootcamp graduates as an employer?
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android