#163 - Andrew Farr: Fascinating Python Data Projects and Improving 1% Every Day

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Join host Bob as he sits down with Andrew Farr, a seasoned data engineer, to explore his career trajectories, triumphs, and challenges.
In this episode, Andrew shares his recent transition from the US to the UK, landing a new data job, and the daily grind of becoming a data engineer.
From adopting a growth mindset to honing his Python skills, Andrew reveals the secrets behind his success. Dive deep into his passion for data analysis, content creation, and the importance of self-promotion in the tech industry.
But it's not all about code. Discover Andrew's diverse interests beyond the screen, from photography to historical conservation projects. Join us as we uncover the importance of continuous learning, non-coding activities, and the encouragement needed to pursue your dreams in the world of tech.
Tune in for invaluable insights, practical advice, and a dose of inspiration to fuel your own data journey.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro snippet and music
01:00 Andrew Farr intro and win of the week
02:25 Experience of new job
03:18 1% per day improvement compounding
03:56 Only compare to your yesterday's self
04:36 Python journey and mindset
07:08 Always be coding + PDM challenge mindset
09:00 What fascinates you about data?
10:32 Some of your data projects (link with history)
12:25 Sharing work and current projects
14:07 PDM ad segment
14:33 Newsletter and consistency
15:34 How do you come up with interesting ideas
17:30 Critical thinking and the data analyst mindset
19:10 Importance of online presence for a developer
20:05 Does it become easier over time?
21:16 Additional mindset tips / selling yourself
23:15 Influence of non-coding skills
25:07 Book tips
26:42 Final shout-out / piece of advice
27:51 Wrap out and outro music
Andrew's LinkedIn and newsletter
Books:
- Elizabeth's Spymaster
- Data Engineering with Google Cloud Platform
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Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Andrew's Career Transition (00:01:07)

3. Daily Tasks and Learning (00:02:31)

4. Growth Mindset (00:03:43)

5. Python Journey (00:04:46)

6. Passion for Data (00:09:15)

7. Online Presence (00:19:18)

8. Developers' Mindset (00:21:34)

9. Learning to Sell Yourself (00:21:47)

10. Non-coding Activities (00:23:13)

11. Reading and Learning (00:25:12)

12. Encouraging Advice (00:26:46)

13. Wrap up and outro (00:28:00)