#19: Ryan Carson (CEO, Treehouse) on a winding journey to training 100,000 new software engineers

#19: Ryan Carson (CEO, Treehouse) on a winding journey to training 100,000 new software engineers

Author: Progression January 7, 2020 Duration: 30:58

About Ryan

Ryan Carson has been a huge figure in tech and online learning for a long time now through his company Treehouse, but his journey to get there and onwards from this success story is a journey of learning about himself, what he loves and also his privilege.  From Carsonified, his tech conference startup based in the UK through Treehouse to Project unlock the American dream (training 100,000 Americans from diverse backgrounds into software engineering apprenticeships), he talks through his biggest challenge yet.

Ryan on twitter: https://twitter.com/ryancarson

Treehouse: https://teamtreehouse.com

Project unlock the american dream: https://projectunlocktheamericandream.org


Ryan's book recommendations

The New Jim Crow: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1595586431

Seeing White: https://www.amazon.com/Seeing-White-Introduction-Privilege-Race/dp/1442203080


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Figuring out a path forward in a tech career often feels like navigating without a map. We excel at crafting elegant systems for users, yet applying that same structured thinking to our own professional growth is surprisingly difficult. The Progression Podcast exists in that space, exploring the very human, often messy process of building a fulfilling career in technology. Rather than offering simplistic advice, we sit down with regular contributors and seasoned guests to unpack the real challenges-like the tension between managing people and staying hands-on with technical work, or the gap between the skills we have and the tools we wish our managers possessed. Conversations delve into practicalities, from understanding compensation and effective training to evaluating whether a new role is truly the right fit. This isn't about quick fixes; it's a candid look at the deliberate craft of career design, offering perspectives and stories that help you make more informed decisions about your own journey. Tune in for thoughtful discussions that move beyond the code to focus on the person writing it.
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