Voices of the Code

Karl Murray & Steven Fox

Technology

Karl & Steven interview different members of the wider Laravel community.

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From World of Warcraft to Software Development with Kevin Ullyott

Kevin's socials : https://github.com/Orrison https://bsky.app/profile/kevinullyott.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-ullyott-9b206460/ In this episode, Karl and Steven welcome Kevin Olliot, who shares his journey into programming, starting from his early gaming days to his current role as Software Development Director at Canyon GBS. The conversation explores Kevin's experiences with Laravel, the differences between agency and corporate development, and the importance of mentorship in the tec...

Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 8

Journey to Philsquare with Phil Mareu

In this episode of Voices of the Code, Karl Murray and Steven Fox interview Phil Mareu, who shares his journey from a small farming town in Kansas to becoming a successful web developer and entrepreneur. Phil discusses his early exposure to technology, his transition from mechanical engineering to programming, and the challenges he faced while building his own web development company. He also talks about his passion for disc golf and how it influenced his career, culminating in his work with the...

Dec 09, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 7

From Reverse Engineering to Software Development with Jayson Lindsley

Summary In this episode of Voices of the Code, host Karl Murray and co-host Steven Fox welcome guest Jayson Lindsley, who shares his unique journey into programming. Jayson discusses his early experiences with computers, the challenges of working with time zones in software development, and the lessons learned from breaking computers. The conversation highlights the importance of hands-on experience in tech and the various paths one can take in a programming career. In this conversation, the spe...

Nov 29, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 6

Flight Sims and O&G with Trevor Varwig

In this episode of Voices of the Code, hosts Karl Murray and Steven Fox welcome Trevor Varwig, a developer with a rich background in software development. Trevor shares his journey from creating mods for Microsoft Flight Simulator to working in various industries, including LNG and education software. The conversation delves into Trevor's current role, his interest in security, and the nuances of red team hacking. They also discuss the Houston Laravel Meetup, Trevor's passion for smoking meats, ...

Nov 19, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 5

Math Teacher to Web Dev with Leah Thompson

In this episode, Leah Thompson shares her journey from being a math teacher to becoming a developer, her experiences with Laravel, and her transition into the tech community through Twitch streaming. She discusses the challenges she faced while learning Laravel, her experiences at Laracon, and her current project of building a multiplayer math quiz app. Leah emphasizes the supportive nature of the Laravel community and the resources she finds valuable for her learning. In this engaging conversat...

Nov 11, 2024•59 min•Ep. 4

MIRC to Laravel with Biker Bogdan Kharchenko

In this episode of Voices of the Code, hosts Karl Murray and Steven Fox welcome Bogdan Kharchenko, who shares his journey into coding, his experiences with Laravel, and insights into the development community. They discuss the importance of not over-engineering applications, the benefits of using Laravel's ORM, and the value of community engagement through meetups. Bogdan also shares his personal interests, including motorcycle racing and mountain biking, highlighting the balance between work an...

Nov 04, 2024•54 min•Ep. 3

F1 to Fountain Pens with Alex Six

In this episode of Voices of the Code, Steven Fox and Karl Murray welcome Alex Six, a senior software engineer at Zillow Group, to the show. The conversation covers Alex's journey into programming, his experiences with the Laravel framework, and the dynamics of working within a small team inside a large organization. They discuss the collaborative nature of the Filament project and Alex's favorite development tools. The episode also touches on the differences between using Linux and Mac for deve...

Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 2

Welcome to Our New Podcast

In this inaugural episode of Voices of the Code, hosts Karl Murray and Steven introduce themselves and share their journeys into the world of Laravel and programming. They discuss their experiences at Laracon, the importance of community, and their shared passion for keyboards. The conversation also touches on their collaborative project, LaraBets, and their personal hobbies, including rock climbing and coffee roasting. The episode wraps up with insights on networking at tech conferences and pla...

Oct 07, 2024•43 min•Ep. 1

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