S4E1: Welcome to Season 4!

S4E1: Welcome to Season 4!

Author: Launch School March 22, 2022 Duration: 51:19

This season Chris kicks off our first episode by introducing Launch Schools new podcast format and new co-host Karis. Together they discuss the latest events happening at Launch School and some quick reminders students should be aware of. Karis also catches up with previous host Callie in a 1 on 1 interview.

Introduction - 0:00
Agenda - 4:33
Buddy System for Female Students - 5:10
Felicia's Interview with Karis - 8:58
Chelsea's Article (Lessons From First Half of Core) - 12:25
Felicia's Video About How She Prepares For Assessments - 14:55
Katarina's Article (We are Made of Stories) - 16:25
Ethan's Article (Variable Scope and Access in Ruby) - 19:08
Importance of Teaching/Explaining Concepts - 19:54
New Assessment (RB/JS 185) - 21:01
Update to JS239 (and Why Courses Get Updated) - 24:57
Peer-Led Professional Git Seminar - 28:28
Start of Interview with Callie (Her Experience After Capstone) - 31:57
Callie's Advice for Current Core/Capstone Students - 40:52
What Callie Misses About Launch School - 43:27
Callie's Advice for Hosting Launch School Podcast - 45:40
Reminders & Outro - 48:48

Show Notes
Articles and Interviews:

New and updated assessment Information:

Professional Git Seminar Post:

Daylight savings notice:

Next Womens Meetup notice:

If you have any questions about anything Launch School related whether its our prep course, Core Program, Capstone and beyond please fill out our form below and your question could be answered in our next episode!


For anyone curious about the deliberate, patient path to becoming a true software craftsman, the Launch School Podcast offers a grounded and insightful companion. This isn't about quick hacks or trending frameworks; it's a deep, ongoing conversation about the fundamentals of mastery itself. Each episode connects through the shared experiences of learning to code, drawing on voices from within the Launch School community and beyond. You'll hear from students navigating the curriculum, employers discussing what they truly value in developers, and seasoned engineers reflecting on the principles of long-term career growth. Discussions naturally explore effective study habits, the philosophy of mastery-based learning, and the practical realities of transitioning into a professional role. By focusing on the underlying process of expertise, this podcast provides a unique and thoughtful resource for anyone committed to a meaningful education in technology. Tune in for honest conversations that reframe the journey of learning to code as one of continuous, intentional growth.
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