Public speaking is a skill I believe everyone should develop. It does not mean that you'll talk in front of big audiences but, from time to time, you'll need to develop presentations at work, school, college, etc. I see a lot of developers asking me about how they can develop their public speaking skills. Is it easy? Are there any techniques you can use to get better at public speaking? Watch this video and find out! 5 Soft Skills Every Developer Should Know: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVC3...
Mar 21, 2017•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, I receive a lot of emails from people telling me that they want to get into the programming industry and they are completely lost about where to start. As you know, there are a lot of different ways to get into this industry and you should follow the ones that will suit your overall lifestyle better. However, what do you do when you're a slave to the system but you still want to get into the programming industry? Is there an easier way to get there and become a programmer? What If You Don't ...
Mar 20, 2017•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, recently I was watching a race where I saw a lot of fat people running there... OK OK... Before we continue, I don't want to tell anyone what to do and I don't want to make jokes out of this, because this is not the point. My point is doing things that you don't deserve just for the sake of achieving something that will remain empty for you. So... What do you do in a situation like that? Should we do things that we don't deserve? Watch this video and find out! Trust The Process Playlist: htt...
Mar 19, 2017•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, this is another one of that "john just screwed up again C'MON!" videos... In this video, I'm going to talk about how we are all susceptible to our own bullshit. As you know, I talk a lot about failures and how you should not fly off the rails, etc etc... Well, this is exactly what happened to me these last few days. In this video I'm going to tell how this experience changed me, affected my ego and my pride and how we can adopt a healthier mindset to avoid these things. Why I Fast Until 5 Ev...
Mar 18, 2017•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, Chris sent me a question asking basically this: "Is a degree acquired in one country worth more than a degree acquired in another country?" This is something I've been wondering to answer but I never felt ready to do it. However, this is something it should be discussed because there is still doubt from people about that subject. So... What do you think?
Mar 17, 2017•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, a lot of you guys requested a Top 10 Ruby Books and well... There you have it! Lately, I've been doing a lot of different Top Books on my channel. I figured it is an awesome way of providing a good way to start for those who want to learn new programming languages or even for those people that want to study more about a specific language. So, in this video I'll give you my Top 10 Ruby Books. This will be an awesome resource for those who want to learn Ruby, especially nowadays if a lot of in...
Mar 16, 2017•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, a lot of you think I'm a beast. You guys think that I have it all figured out and that I was only able to advance my career due to "knowing it all"... However, you're definitely wrong. Just like you, I had to figure a lot of things out and if I knew some of the stuff I'm sharing with you guys back then, I would definitely be in a completely different stage of my career... So... Do you wanna know what I wish I knew when I started my career as a developer? Watch this video and find out!...
Mar 15, 2017•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you know me, you've seen me talking about side projects and why I believe every person should have a side project. However, creating and maintaining a side project is not always easy. There are a lot of things that you need to take into consideration before choosing the right side project for you. Sometimes, we don't know if the side project we're investing will get any return for us. So... How do you know if a side project is worth it? Watch this video and find out! BUY SIMPLE PROGRAMMER'S S...
Mar 14, 2017•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, technology does change fast and we all know that, right? Us, software developers must learn how to deal with this and there is nowhere to run. However, I must admit that there are some technologies that does change more rapidly than others, especially when it comes to structure, frameworks, usability, etc... So... Is it viable to specialize in a technology that will drastically change in 1-2 years? Wouldn't it be better to go the safe route and pick a more solid one? Watch this video and fin...
Mar 13, 2017•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast There are some developers that want to go down the road of investing and they invest their times trying to figure out what are the best investments for their specific situations... Of course, every investment you choose will have pros and cons, no matter how much you try to reduce the cons. This is why, every choice that you make needs to be in alignment with your current situation. In this video, I'll talk, specifically, about the differences between investing in Real Estate and creating an Onl...
Mar 12, 2017•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Recently I received a very interesting question from a viewer of this channel. In that question, he said that he viewed me as a perfectionist and that I treated myself quite rough. He asked then if I did this to other people as well. In fact, I must confess that I did that for some time during my life. I couldn't cope but to expect people to be like me, to act like me and to accomplish the same things as I was. However, it changed... And now I don't think like this anymore. Wanna know what chang...
Mar 11, 2017•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Investment can be tricky and if you don't follow the right advice you can make really bad decisions. In this video, I'll talk about the difference between paying your school loans or investing that money. While some people would say that this answer is written in stone, I must disagree. In this video, I'll tell you how you should proceed in situations like these and why it is important to always evaluate all of your options. Real Estate Investing For Software Developers: https://www.youtube.com/...
Mar 10, 2017•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today I have a special webinar for you. I partnered up with Ari Lamstein to talk about my career moves and how I became a successful developer. In that talk, we've discussed how software developers can take charge of their careers and build a brilliant future. The road might not be easy but with the right amount of effort and strategy you can definitely stand yourself from the crowd. The good thing is that Ari did everything I told and he changed his career completely. So, do you wanna know what...
Mar 09, 2017•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast All software developers want to earn more money based on the work they do. Most of us, whether you like it or not, are driven by money and it plays a critical role in most of the choices we make. So, if you're a software developer, you've probably wondered several times how you can increase your salary, being a software developer. Of course there are several ways of doing this and it is just impossible to talk about all of them here. The first thing you should do is know your salary range, the a...
Mar 08, 2017•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, as you all now, I am a millionaire. And I don't say it to brag myself, far from it. I tell it to inspire people that if I was able to to do, you'll also be able to do the same thing. So, recently I've received a question from a guy asking me what it was like when I made a million dollars and if I could share my story with you. So, in this video, I'll share everything about my road to my million dollars, how it felt, what it can teach you and how you can do the same. GET ACCESS TO SIMPLE PROG...
Mar 07, 2017•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Getting an internship is the option that some software developers have to learn and get experience in a real world environment where you'll get to see how software development really works (well, kind of) If you are just starting out, one of the best and easiest ways to get a job is through an internship. This is especially true if you are trying to get a job with a big technology company like Microsoft, Google, Facebook, or Apple. Many large technology companies only hire experienced software d...
Mar 06, 2017•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, recently I've been playing around with my daughter and she started selling cookies. As a father, I could've helped her but instead, I decided it was time for me to step back and watch her. And I must confess that the lessons I've learned with her are simply priceless. Watching her has made me realize some things I was doing wrong and some new techniques that really worked with her and that are so simple that I could start implementing in my life and sales pitching now. Wanna know what I've l...
Mar 05, 2017•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, a little while ago I released my 2017 channel trailer which a LOT of people ended up feeling motivated and asking me a lot of questions about it. In this video, I received a very interesting which I thought I should answer in this channel: "FocusMrbjarke Can you do a video on what made you decide to be a fucking bulldog and how you did it?" So, here it is! In this video I'll share with you why I said that and how I became a "fucking bulldog", which changed my life completely, especially when...
Mar 04, 2017•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Programming is HARD, right? At least this is what some programmers think. Today I've received a question from a reader telling me that he felt that programming was hard and he felt unmotivated. He couldn't learn and he spent all day at home watching TV and etc... He couldn't just get his life ahead and go on with his projects. So... How do we get around this? How do you find motivation so that you become a software developer? Watch this video and find out! Motivation For Software Developers: htt...
Mar 03, 2017•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Whether you're choosing a language-specific or platform-oriented credential, it's worth looking at my top five programming certifications for software developers. I've talked several times before about attending to coding boot camps, doing nanodegrees but I've never actually talked about the best online programming certifications that are out there. Nowadays, the entire programming workforce is changing so much and there are A LOT more options for those who want to become developers that, if you...
Mar 02, 2017•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Most software developers want to work in the US. Software Development is definitely a field that is on fire and it is not showing any signs of slowing down anytime soon. Each day a new field just appears, new companies rise, new technologies emerge and the field changes itself rapidly. The US is definitely the home of some of the big companies out there, and the innovation we see in the Silicon Valley is a HUGE thing. This is why so many software developers want to work in the US... However... H...
Mar 01, 2017•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever wondered what are the best books to learn Python? "Python is an interpreted, object-oriented, high-level programming language with dynamic semantics. Its high-level built in data structures, combined with dynamic typing and dynamic binding, make it very attractive for Rapid Application Development, as well as for use as a scripting or glue language to connect existing components together. Python's simple, easy to learn syntax emphasizes readability and therefore reduces the cost of...
Feb 28, 2017•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast A lot of developers feel like they don't know enough. They want to know if their skills are good enough before they take on any opportunity and any new jobs. I see a lot of developers suffering from this. They never feel ready, they end up spending A LOT of time studying and getting ready before jumping into any new opportunities. They often ask me: John, how can I measure my programming skills? Is there a way to know if I'm skilled enough for the job? In this video, I'll tell you how you can me...
Feb 27, 2017•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, as I like to say, I tend to buy some books just by reading its name. And this is exactly what happened with "What Doesn't Kill Us". What a freaking awesome name! And what an AWESOME book! I must say I was surprised by it. Here is the book description, extracted from Amazon: "Our ancestors crossed deserts, mountains, and oceans without even a whisper of what anyone today might consider modern technology. Those feats of endurance now seem impossible in an age where we take comfort for granted....
Feb 26, 2017•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast So, as you probably know, I believe that "Trusting The Process" is one of the best motivational mantras you can use in your life. Believing in Trusting The Process will make you focus in your goal, without worrying about results and making you like a beast when it comes to achieving any goals you might have. In this video, I'll share an awesome success story I've received that will definitely inspire you to achieve your dreams and to "Trust The Process". Please, STOP Watching My Videos!: https:/...
Feb 25, 2017•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast How do you learn two things at once? This is exactly what we're going to discuss in this video. Today, I've received a question from a reader asking me how he should learn web and iOS development at the same time. Although this is a good topic, I couldn't help but answer that this is such a question for anyone who is splitting focus and trying to learn a lot of things at once. As I've talked before, this is not the best strategy for learning anything but, if you really wanna do it, there are som...
Feb 24, 2017•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you're a software developer I doubt you'll ever be able to learn everything that software developer has to offer. Every day new programming languages come out, technology changes and the process is updated. All this amount of information makes it impossible for developers to actually learn everything they want. That's why they have to choose, and filtering information nowadays is gold. "In computer programming, a software framework is an abstraction in which software providing generic functio...
Feb 23, 2017•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast How to Become A Developer Coming From A Complete Different Field? Picture this: you work at the oil industry but the crisis has come and there are literally no more jobs in the industry you work. You start searching for the next big thing and you start to fall in love with software development. Now, you want to become a developer because you've seen the amazing opportunities it can bring to your overall life and career, but... How do you do it? How do you make the transition into software develo...
Feb 22, 2017•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Focusing can be difficult and we all know that. More and more, people are getting trouble to focus on their daily tasks and this is something that literally can kill your productivity. What most people don't know is that there are ways in which you can organize your daily tasks in order to get the most out of your productivity. There are simple techniques which you can start implementing right now that will make your productivity grow. How I Plan My Week:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9k0OhJkj...
Feb 21, 2017•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Writing code can be a tricky thing, especially when you start practicing it. Most developers end up reading a lot of books, acquiring a LOT of theoretical knowledge but when it comes to writing the actual code, they get stuck. And this is why I get so many different questions about that subject. Developers from all around the world ask me "John, how can I gain practical experience writing code?" SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL: vid.io/xokz SUPPORT THIS YOUTUBE CHANNEL: vid.io/xokw Visit: http://simple...
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