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#153 - From Nike’s Principal Software Engineer to YouTube Sensation: The Jack Herrington Interview

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Jack Herrington is the mastermind behind the YouTube channel Blue Collar Coder where he does deep dives on React, JavaScript and front end concepts.
He shares his impressive 40-year journey in coding that began at age 13 and has remained close to the front end and excelled in software with only a high school diploma!
From working at Nike and Walmart Labs to becoming a prominent tech content creator, Jack opens up about balancing his YouTube channel, a high-level tech role, and personal life.
Jack offers invaluable career tips, opens up about dealing with dyslexia, and advice for junior developers looking to thrive in the tech industry.
Check out his YouTube channel if you're learning JS, React or NextJS, it's a no brainer: https://www.youtube.com/@jherr

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🧠 ​Parsity​ - a coding program for career changers

​🚀 dev30​ - learn JS in 2024 and get a massive discount to Parsity

​🤵🏽‍♂️ Brian's LinkedIn​
Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another Course
Serious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️

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Chapters

1. Introduction to the Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Meet Jack Harrington (00:00:12)

3. Jack's Early Coding Journey (00:02:37)

4. Career Highlights and Experiences (00:04:23)

5. The Power of Frontend Development (00:08:44)

6. Advice for Aspiring Developers (00:09:17)

7. The Journey of a Tech Content Creator (00:14:18)

8. The Importance of JavaScript Fundamentals (00:26:43)

9. Addressing AI and Developer Job Market Concerns (00:34:28)

10. Specialization and Skills for New Grads (00:34:45)

11. The Value of AI and Data Science (00:35:14)

12. Opportunities in Web Development (00:36:05)

13. Networking and Making Connections (00:38:50)

14. Learning Resources for JavaScript and Front-End Development (00:42:05)

15. Exploring New Technologies Through Small Projects (00:44:03)

16. The Importance of Incremental Development (00:51:09)

17. Overcoming Dyslexia in Tech (00:54:42)

18. Encouraging the Next Generation of Engineers (00:59:37)

19. Conclusion and Final Thoughts (01:02:39)

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Jack Herrington is the mastermind behind the YouTube channel Blue Collar Coder where he does deep dives on React, JavaScript and front end concepts.
He shares his impressive 40-year journey in coding that began at age 13 and has remained close to the front end and excelled in software with only a high school diploma!
From working at Nike and Walmart Labs to becoming a prominent tech content creator, Jack opens up about balancing his YouTube channel, a high-level tech role, and personal life.
Jack offers invaluable career tips, opens up about dealing with dyslexia, and advice for junior developers looking to thrive in the tech industry.
Check out his YouTube channel if you're learning JS, React or NextJS, it's a no brainer: https://www.youtube.com/@jherr

Shameless Plugs

🧠 ​Parsity​ - a coding program for career changers

​🚀 dev30​ - learn JS in 2024 and get a massive discount to Parsity

​🤵🏽‍♂️ Brian's LinkedIn​
Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another Course
Serious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction to the Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Meet Jack Harrington (00:00:12)

3. Jack's Early Coding Journey (00:02:37)

4. Career Highlights and Experiences (00:04:23)

5. The Power of Frontend Development (00:08:44)

6. Advice for Aspiring Developers (00:09:17)

7. The Journey of a Tech Content Creator (00:14:18)

8. The Importance of JavaScript Fundamentals (00:26:43)

9. Addressing AI and Developer Job Market Concerns (00:34:28)

10. Specialization and Skills for New Grads (00:34:45)

11. The Value of AI and Data Science (00:35:14)

12. Opportunities in Web Development (00:36:05)

13. Networking and Making Connections (00:38:50)

14. Learning Resources for JavaScript and Front-End Development (00:42:05)

15. Exploring New Technologies Through Small Projects (00:44:03)

16. The Importance of Incremental Development (00:51:09)

17. Overcoming Dyslexia in Tech (00:54:42)

18. Encouraging the Next Generation of Engineers (00:59:37)

19. Conclusion and Final Thoughts (01:02:39)

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