Coding is a hard skill. We know that. but What happens when your very first code review brings out the worst impostor syndrom? In this episode, host Zubin Pratap takes you inside his journey from being a 39-year-old ex-lawyer turned self-taught developer to landing a role at Google—only to be hit with a really difficult code review.
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From imposter syndrome to the myth of the “genius coder,” Zubin opens up about the psychological toll of feedback and the lessons he learned to not just survive, but thrive, in high-pressure engineering environments.
You’ll discover:
💡 Why your code is not you—and how to separate feedback from self-worth.
🔑 The power of assuming good intent (even when comments feel harsh).
🛠️ How to view every code review as unstructured mentorship.
🙏 Why “thank you” is the most powerful response you can give.
🧠 How to control the inner narrative that fuels (or sabotages) your growth.
Along the way, Zubin shares behind-the-scenes insights about working inside Google’s massive monorepo, the shock of transitioning from a tiny startup to big tech, and how criticism can become a catalyst for mastery if approached with the right mindset.
Whether you’re just starting your dev career, breaking into big tech, or still navigating the sting of tough feedback, this episode will help you turn code reviews into your greatest growth engine.
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