In this episode, Andrea Gosling, career coach and former HR executive, joins us to unpack the complicated feelings that arise when we find ourselves at a career crossroad. Drawing from both her personal journey and client experiences, Andrea shares why so many successful people still feel unfulfilled despite achieving traditional markers of career success.

We explore the fascinating psychology behind career transitions, including the paralyzing effect of the sunk cost fallacy ("I've already invested so much in this path"), fear of judgment from peers and family, and the limiting belief that there's only one "right" way to progress professionally. Andrea shares actionable frameworks to help evaluate whether a career change is right for you.

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Andrea Gosselink

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-gosselink-cpc-8919027

Website: https://careerlinkcoach.com/

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The tech job market has become increasingly challenging with ongoing layoffs and strong competition for available positions. How can developers stand out when everyone seems to have the same credentials?

This episode tackles the essential strategies needed to navigate this difficult landscape. We discuss how imperfect positions can still offer growth, and how enthusiasm, coupled with demonstrated skill, can help employers pick you as a candidate who will bring true value to their organisation.

Join our community at pybites.circle.so to continue the conversation, expand your network, and access more resources to advance your Python career journey!

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Carlton Gibson's article: https://buttondown.com/carlton/archive/if-i-were-starting-out-now/

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Rye Whalen sees profound connections between nature and software development that many developers miss. With expertise in hardware, software, and teaching cybersecurity, they uncover how natural systems can inspire better software-building strategies.

Rye explains how they approach algorithmic thinking by focusing on foundational base cases and how they encourage their students to visualise problems before writing code. This teaching strategy bridges abstract concepts with practical understanding by tapping into natural visual processing abilities and familiar patterns from the world around us.

Beyond technical skills, Rye emphasises the value of creativity and balance. They explain how engaging in activities like photography and music can nurture problem-solving skills and significantly enhance our ability as developers.

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Rye Whalen - https://wentcloud.com/

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PyBytes is taking an exciting step forward with the introduction of cohort-based Python coaching, creating an accessible learning pathway for developers worldwide. After five successful years working with over 200 clients through 1:1 coaching, this new model provides opportunities for collaboration, networking, and group problem solving - skills that translate directly to professional development environments.

Beyond coaching, we're partnering with "Explore With Us" to give university students across Australia a 50% discount on the PyBytes platform, and we've also completely revamped PyBytes Books - with a sleek new interface, custom reading lists, and gamification elements.

With so many opportunities to learn and explore, we invite you to join our Pybites community, where we celebrate the power of developing together.

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Pybites guest articles: https://pybit.es/articles/

Julian's post on "vibe coding": https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7310433075216162817/

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The road to landing a dream developer job is often paved with persistence, continuous learning, and a willingness to look beyond traditional tech hubs. In this episode, CJ Stein shares his journey from mechanical engineer to software developer at a cheese manufacturing company.

Throughout our conversation we're reminded that developer jobs exist everywhere – not just at tech giants and startups. By expanding where you look and having confidence in your ability to learn, you might just find your perfect role in the most unexpected place.

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CJ's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steincj/

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Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of coding, raising vital questions about our approach to software development. In this episode, we unpack the implications of AI on programming skills and the future of learning to code.

As AI increasingly handles various programming tasks, some developers are concerned that new, and even seasoned, coders may be losing touch with critical programming skills. While AI offers opportunities to streamline processes, we highlight the necessity of engaging with coding on a fundamental level.

Throughout the episode, we celebrate successes from our coding community, and highlight that while the journey can be challenging, determination and a positive mindset can ultimately lead to career success.

Article discussed: AI is Creating a Generation of Illiterate Programmers

Pybites Circle Community: https://pybites.circle.so/

Pybites Community Events: https://pybites.circle.so/c/community-events

Books mentioned:

Nexus - https://pybitesbooks.com/books/n4rvEAAAQBAJ

FastAPI Cookbook - https://pybitesbooks.com/books/H6oSEQAAQBAJ

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Meet the incredibly talented Victoria Kolmac, a university student with a passion for the intersection of biomedical engineering and computer science.

Victoria shares her fascinating journey with us, outlining how she and her team built a pulse oximeter from scratch using Python and ESP32 microcontrollers, as well as her work on an advanced project aimed at non-invasively detecting thoracic pressure changes related to sleep apnea.

We also delve into the world of quantum computing, exploring the basics of qubits and superposition and how Python is used for predictive modeling in this space. With personal stories of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, we emphasise the importance of perseverance in technical fields and highlight the real-world applications of Python in healthcare.

Victoria's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-kolmac-a856b2249/

Book Mention: "Nexus" - Yuval Noah Harari (https://pybitesbooks.com/books/n4rvEAAAQBAJ)

Pybites Coaching: https://pybit.es/catalogue/the-pdm-program/

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Tim Frazer shares his remarkable journey from a homeschooled kid on the Canadian coast to an entrepreneur in Philadelphia. He recounts his early life, influenced by two contrasting educational philosophies, and how this paved the way for his career in operations and software development.

This episode delves into the parallels between sports and coding, as Tim shares his journey from yoga all the way to Olympic lifting, drawing lessons from the competitive sports mindset. We hear how feedback loops and embracing imperfect journeys has been crucial in Tim's personal and professional development, teaching him the importance of setting ambitious goals and the 'human' skills necessary to thrive in the world of technology and entrepreneurship.

Tim's social media links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamtimfrazer/

Bluesky: Tim frazer (@tfrazer.bsky.social)

Substack: Tim Frazer | Substack

Books / what we’re reading:

• Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery
• Money for Couples: No More Stress. No More Fights. Just a 10-Step Plan to Create Your Rich Life Together.