#208 Arpit Mohan is running on builder's high

#208 Arpit Mohan is running on builder's high

Author: Timothée Bourguignon June 28, 2022 Duration: 45:27
Arpit's story took us from Tamagotchis to Robotics, and then to discovering that Software development is not just for failed hardware engineers. Arpit took us on a wild ride, made of entrepreneurship, learning on the job, hypergrowth, and finding the product-market-fit (or not). We talked about his transformation from a software engineer to a coding CTO and then to an organization builder. We spoke about his last endeavor AppSmith, and finally about algorithms to live by. Here are the links ...

Behind every line of code is a person with a story, and that’s where Software Developers Journey finds its heartbeat. Hosted by Timothée Bourguignon, this podcast moves beyond technical tutorials to explore the human side of building a life in tech. Each conversation is a deep dive into the real, often winding paths taken by practicing software engineers. You’ll hear about the unexpected detours, the mentors who made a difference, the failures that taught more than any success, and the personal insights gathered along the way. It’s a series grounded in the understanding that a career is not a straight line but a collection of experiences. By focusing on these narratives, the podcast offers a unique form of camaraderie and perspective for anyone in the field, from those just starting out to seasoned veterans contemplating their next chapter. Tuning in provides a sense of connection, reminding us that the challenges and triumphs we face are rarely unique. This isn’t about quick tips; it’s about the broader landscape of a developer’s professional and personal growth, making it a thoughtful addition to your regular listening.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Software Developers Journey
Podcast Episodes
#219 Stephanie Eckles forces herself to push projects out the door [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:33
Stephanie's story is one of creativity. She told us how she got into Flash animations and ActionScript in high school. We then talked about WordPress and how she slowly but surely drifted toward web development while fre…
#217 Paul McBride from RAF soldier to self-taught web developer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:29
Paul started talking about gaming, creating websites as a kid, and following his dream of becoming a pilot in the RAF. He told us how he transitioned back into the industry and taught himself a new trade: web development…
#216 Shruti Kapoor wanted a home on the internet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:13
Shruti's story started with a push from her dad. Little did she know it would trigger such a career. She told us about her studies, moving to Canada and then to the Silicon Valley. We talked about entrepreneurship, WordP…
#215 Michael -Geepaw- Hill is a joyful street-geek [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:45
Geepaw (Michael Hill) story started like no other, with the tale of his firing. He told us how he began as a computer salesman and got interested in programming and the Forth programming language. We briefly discussed be…
#214 Michael Chan has an unfair advantage - he is a mule! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:32
Michael's story started in a time of crisis, in 2008, when he realized that being a mediocre accountant wouldn't cut it. So he embraced web development by picking hourly gigs on CraigsList. Michael told us the story of a…
#213 Wynn Netherland is a man of APIs and wrappers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:01
Wynn took us on a story made of APIs, wrappers, and interfaces. He first told us about his law studies and how HTML and building websites slowly made their way into his life. We talked about classic ASP and working in a…
#212 Erin Fox is an introvert who loves speaking at conferences [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:16
Erin took us from tweaking her page on MySpace to her master's in journalism. She then spoke about her jobs and how she was not challenged/stimulated. She told us how the idea of going through a Bootcamp emerged, how she…
#211 Christos Matskas dreamt of becoming a hacker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:06
Christos took us on an extended origin story made of movie inspiration, dreams, traveling, and a lot of learning. He told us how following the idea of becoming a hacker took him from not having any knowledge of computers…
#210 Glaucia Lemos reached her dream of working in tech [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:09
Glaucia's story started when she taught computer classes to her co-students in high school. Fast forward a few years during which she graduated from a very selective program while working full time to feed her family, Gl…