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Crafting Impact PodcastWayne Clancy on the Power of Human InsightsIn this episode today Joshua Graham talks with Wayne Clancy. Wayne is the CEO of Mind Suite Metrics (https://www.mindsuitemetrics.com/), they help companies measure softer data points in order to expand their impact and business. Wayne is also co-authoring the follow-up to the New York Times #1 best seller Tribal Leadership called Tribal Possibilities, you can learn more about the project here https://www.tribalpossibilitiespartners.com/. During this episode, Wayne shares many great insights including the power of questions, how culture and location can influence business, and much more.2021-04-0228 minCrafting Impact PodcastJillian Michaels on Success and PerseveranceIn this episode hosts Lauren Graham and Joshua Graham talk to the world-famous health and fitness authority Jillian Michaels who has helped millions of people become healthier. She is a successful coach in her own right and has built a brand that is known the world over. Jillian gives some fantastic advice on what to keep in mind so you can successfully make your impact on the world.2021-03-1510 min
Getting Apps DoneHow Do You Turn Down a Job?Shocking as it may seem to some, there are definitely times you should turn down a job offer, but how do you do that? Is there a good way? Kel and Joshua discuss a few ways to turn down a job without burning any bridges.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2020-02-2805 minGetting Apps DoneHow Do You Turn Down a Job?Shocking as it may seem to some, there are definitely times you should turn down a job offer, but how do you do that? Is there a good way? Kel and Joshua discuss a few ways to turn down a job without burning any bridges.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2020-02-2805 minGetting Apps DoneIteration (AKA the shortest episode ever!)Joshua and Kel discuss some changes to the podcast and how iteration plays into all things, development and otherwise.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2020-02-2003 minGetting Apps DoneIteration (AKA the shortest episode ever!)Joshua and Kel discuss some changes to the podcast and how iteration plays into all things, development and otherwise.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2020-02-2003 minGetting Apps DoneStop Asking Stupid Interview Questions!Kel and Joshua discuss some really crap interview questions... and making them better!
Warning!! Joshua swears more times in this episode than all other episodes combined... I think it was a total of 2-3? Still probably not the best episode for children!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2020-02-0725 minGetting Apps DoneStop Asking Stupid Interview Questions!Kel and Joshua discuss some really crap interview questions... and making them better!
Warning!! Joshua swears more times in this episode than all other episodes combined... I think it was a total of 2-3? Still probably not the best episode for children!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2020-02-0725 minGetting Apps Done2019 The Recap!Welcome to 2020. Since we're in the future and we like learning from the past... today Kel and Joshua present a recap of some of the most important messages of the podcast in 2019, as well as some hints of what's to come in 2020!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2020-01-0931 minGetting Apps Done2019 The Recap!Welcome to 2020. Since we're in the future and we like learning from the past... today Kel and Joshua present a recap of some of the most important messages of the podcast in 2019, as well as some hints of what's to come in 2020!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2020-01-0931 minGetting Apps DoneHow to ACCEPT FeedbackAnother episode all about feedback. But this time we're on the receiving end. How do you receive feedback without getting offended? Spoiler: Maybe you don't!
Note: Joshua breaks out the S-word in this episode. So it might not be completely child friendly!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-12-1220 minGetting Apps DoneHow to ACCEPT FeedbackAnother episode all about feedback. But this time we're on the receiving end. How do you receive feedback without getting offended? Spoiler: Maybe you don't!
Note: Joshua breaks out the S-word in this episode. So it might not be completely child friendly!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-12-1220 minGetting Apps DoneGive Good Feedback!We've talked about how important feedback is in the past, but how do you give good feedback? Joshua and Kel talk about how to give feedback people will appreciate and value.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-12-0524 minGetting Apps DoneGive Good Feedback!We've talked about how important feedback is in the past, but how do you give good feedback? Joshua and Kel talk about how to give feedback people will appreciate and value.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-12-0524 minGetting Apps DoneHey Folks. I Need a Favor!Today, Joshua makes a personal appeal to you. Getting Apps Done is just over a year old now and it's been quite a ride. The community has always been a huge influence and resource for fuelling and driving the podcast and now Joshua has a couple specific requests from you, the listeners.
As always, our Slack channel is an important part of the podcast, but doubly so today!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and...2019-11-2109 minGetting Apps DoneHey Folks. I Need a Favor!Today, Joshua makes a personal appeal to you. Getting Apps Done is just over a year old now and it's been quite a ride. The community has always been a huge influence and resource for fuelling and driving the podcast and now Joshua has a couple specific requests from you, the listeners.
As always, our Slack channel is an important part of the podcast, but doubly so today!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and...2019-11-2109 min
Getting Apps DoneEstimating and TurkeysJoshua and Kel revisit estimation! Why is estimation important? What do you need to get accurate estimates? How many turkeys are there in Turkey? (As it turns out, apparently there aren't wild turkeys in Turkey...)
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-11-1423 minGetting Apps DoneEstimating and TurkeysJoshua and Kel revisit estimation! Why is estimation important? What do you need to get accurate estimates? How many turkeys are there in Turkey? (As it turns out, apparently there aren't wild turkeys in Turkey...)
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-11-1423 minGetting Apps DoneAre you burnt out?Joshua and Kel talk about burnout, what it is, why it is and what to do about it!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-11-0720 minGetting Apps DoneAre you burnt out?Joshua and Kel talk about burnout, what it is, why it is and what to do about it!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-11-0720 minGetting Apps DoneGreat ExpectationsJoshua and Kel talk about setting and maintaining expectations and the importance of building up this skill and how it plays into the role on a practical basis.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-3129 minGetting Apps DoneGreat ExpectationsJoshua and Kel talk about setting and maintaining expectations and the importance of building up this skill and how it plays into the role on a practical basis.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-3129 minGetting Apps DoneIt's Who You KnowJoshua and Kel talk about the old cliché, "it's not what you know, it's who you know." Some general advice about networking and building relatinpships to help you forward your career.... oh and one F-Bomb! So probably not safe for children.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-2419 minGetting Apps DoneIt's Who You KnowJoshua and Kel talk about the old cliché, "it's not what you know, it's who you know." Some general advice about networking and building relatinpships to help you forward your career.... oh and one F-Bomb! So probably not safe for children.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-2419 minGetting Apps DoneTo Niche Again!Joshua actually managed to hit the record button this time! So we're back with a fresh look at niching down, specifically a practical discussion about how it helps get a job!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-1721 minGetting Apps DoneTo Niche Again!Joshua actually managed to hit the record button this time! So we're back with a fresh look at niching down, specifically a practical discussion about how it helps get a job!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-1721 minGetting Apps DoneTo Niche or To NicheAnother episode of our marketing 101 for devs!
Today, Joshua screws up and forgets to hit record. Then talks about niching down!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-1009 minGetting Apps DoneTo Niche or To NicheAnother episode of our marketing 101 for devs!
Today, Joshua screws up and forgets to hit record. Then talks about niching down!
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-1009 minGetting Apps DoneGo Join Some Tech Slacks!Today Joshua gives some simple advice as a starting point for our new mini series on marketing 101 for developers. This series is all about helping you get your name out there and get noticed.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-0308 minGetting Apps DoneGo Join Some Tech Slacks!Today Joshua gives some simple advice as a starting point for our new mini series on marketing 101 for developers. This series is all about helping you get your name out there and get noticed.
Be sure to check out our Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-10-0308 minGetting Apps DoneThe Websites, They are ShinyWelcome to season 2 of Getting Apps Done!!!!!
Kel and Joshua have both updated their personal websites recently, so today they take a look at each other's sites and discuss the reasons they keep them up to date as well as the reasons behind a lot of the individual decisions they made!
This kicks off the first in a series of episodes aimed at helping developers market themselves better, whether you're looking for a job or leads for your freelance business.
Be sure to check...2019-09-2632 minGetting Apps DoneThe Websites, They are ShinyWelcome to season 2 of Getting Apps Done!!!!!
Kel and Joshua have both updated their personal websites recently, so today they take a look at each other's sites and discuss the reasons they keep them up to date as well as the reasons behind a lot of the individual decisions they made!
This kicks off the first in a series of episodes aimed at helping developers market themselves better, whether you're looking for a job or leads for your freelance business.
Be sure to check...2019-09-2632 minGetting Apps DoneHappy Birthday to Getting Apps Done! 🎂🎉We've survived our first year! This is the final episode of "Season 1". Joshua takes a look back at the journey and lessons learned and how Getting Apps Done has made him a better developer.
A special thank you to all our listeners who've supported us, given feedback and participated in the show!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-09-1910 minGetting Apps DoneHappy Birthday to Getting Apps Done! 🎂🎉We've survived our first year! This is the final episode of "Season 1". Joshua takes a look back at the journey and lessons learned and how Getting Apps Done has made him a better developer.
A special thank you to all our listeners who've supported us, given feedback and participated in the show!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-09-1910 minGetting Apps DoneIt's OK to Google stuff!Not only is it ok to Google stuff (all the time... seriously... I use Google ALL THE TIME!), today we talk about HOW to find technical things on Google (and probably a lot of other things!) Joshua also, finally... turns the tables and catches Kel using an acronym!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-09-1221 minGetting Apps DoneIt's OK to Google stuff!Not only is it ok to Google stuff (all the time... seriously... I use Google ALL THE TIME!), today we talk about HOW to find technical things on Google (and probably a lot of other things!) Joshua also, finally... turns the tables and catches Kel using an acronym!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-09-1221 minGetting Apps DoneYour First DayJoshua and Kel talk about your first day as a developer in this podcast episode. What to expect, what not to expect, plus tips for making your first days a bit smoother!2019-09-0536 minGetting Apps DoneYour First DayJoshua and Kel talk about your first day as a developer in this podcast episode. What to expect, what not to expect, plus tips for making your first days a bit smoother!2019-09-0536 minGetting Apps DoneDo I Need a CS Degree?NO! Joshua and Kel talk about life as developers without degrees, suggestions for improving your path of learning, ways to get past gatekeepers and a bunch more.
Note: Not all these tips are just for self-learners! A lot of them are great for folks in bootcamps or university as well!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-08-2926 minGetting Apps DoneDo I Need a CS Degree?NO! Joshua and Kel talk about life as developers without degrees, suggestions for improving your path of learning, ways to get past gatekeepers and a bunch more.
Note: Not all these tips are just for self-learners! A lot of them are great for folks in bootcamps or university as well!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-08-2926 minGetting Apps DoneUse More WordsJoshua and Kel talk about communicating better. Spoiler: One of the best ways to better communicate is to simply use more words! Plus a bunch of other practical information, tips and suggestions.
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!
2019-08-2232 minGetting Apps DoneUse More WordsJoshua and Kel talk about communicating better. Spoiler: One of the best ways to better communicate is to simply use more words! Plus a bunch of other practical information, tips and suggestions.
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!
2019-08-2232 min
Getting Apps DoneLeicesterJS Talk with Getting Apps DoneJoshua gives his first ever public talk at LeicesterJS and being an audio nerd, wears a wire!
In this special episode of Getting Apps Done, Joshua shares the recording of his talk at LeicesterJS which happens to be a slightly different take on some of our recent episodes about failure and safety.
A special thanks to LeicesterJS for having me and to the audience for being awesome!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who...2019-08-1712 minGetting Apps DoneLeicesterJS Talk with Getting Apps DoneJoshua gives his first ever public talk at LeicesterJS and being an audio nerd, wears a wire!
In this special episode of Getting Apps Done, Joshua shares the recording of his talk at LeicesterJS which happens to be a slightly different take on some of our recent episodes about failure and safety.
A special thanks to LeicesterJS for having me and to the audience for being awesome!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who...2019-08-1712 minGetting Apps DoneKeep It Simple, Silly!Joshua and Kel talk about keeping it simple and the balance of functionality, intuitiveness, maintainability and simplicity. 2019-08-1520 minGetting Apps DoneKeep It Simple, Silly!Joshua and Kel talk about keeping it simple and the balance of functionality, intuitiveness, maintainability and simplicity. 2019-08-1520 minGetting Apps DoneFeedback is the BEEPJoshua and Kel chat about feedback: what it is, what it's good for, how critical it is to growth and how it ties to safety and failure.2019-08-0817 minGetting Apps DoneFeedback is the BEEPJoshua and Kel chat about feedback: what it is, what it's good for, how critical it is to growth and how it ties to safety and failure.2019-08-0817 minGetting Apps DoneFailure Is Good!Kel and Joshua talk about why we should be seeking failure, not seeing it as something to avoid at all costs. They reflect on how failure helps us grow as developers. They also touch on last week's subject of safety and how closely tied the two are.2019-08-0129 minGetting Apps DoneFailure Is Good!Kel and Joshua talk about why we should be seeking failure, not seeing it as something to avoid at all costs. They reflect on how failure helps us grow as developers. They also touch on last week's subject of safety and how closely tied the two are.2019-08-0129 minGetting Apps DonePut On Your Hardhats!Joshua and Kel talk about how safety plays into building rockstar developers and some practical ways you can increase your safety net to let you push the boundaries.
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-07-2525 minGetting Apps DonePut On Your Hardhats!Joshua and Kel talk about how safety plays into building rockstar developers and some practical ways you can increase your safety net to let you push the boundaries.
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-07-2525 minGetting Apps DoneAccountability Has Layers - Like OgresA lot of companies are trying to change things up, mostly for the better, but sometimes the changes don't work out as planned. Joshua and Kel discuss some of the issues they've seen with some of these changes.
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-06-2718 minGetting Apps DoneAccountability Has Layers - Like OgresA lot of companies are trying to change things up, mostly for the better, but sometimes the changes don't work out as planned. Joshua and Kel discuss some of the issues they've seen with some of these changes.
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-06-2718 min
Getting Apps DoneEducation is Social!Joshua is joined by Bekah Hawrot Weigel as guest co-host! Both are joined by Avi Flombaum, founder and Dean of Flatiron School (https://www.flatironschool.com/) to talk about the power of community in education and how NOT to pronounce NGINX!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-06-2051 minGetting Apps DoneEducation is Social!Joshua is joined by Bekah Hawrot Weigel as guest co-host! Both are joined by Avi Flombaum, founder and Dean of Flatiron School (https://www.flatironschool.com/) to talk about the power of community in education and how NOT to pronounce NGINX!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and share your journeys!2019-06-2051 min
Getting Apps DoneBlinfolded DevelopmentJoshua talks about accessibility and the misadventures of attempting to test the gettingappsdone.com website for accessibility.
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and have a chat about accessibility!
Also, be sure to check out The A11y Project (https://a11yproject.com/) as a starting point to learning more about accessibility!2019-06-0610 minGetting Apps DoneBlinfolded DevelopmentJoshua talks about accessibility and the misadventures of attempting to test the gettingappsdone.com website for accessibility.
Be sure to check out our new Slack community (https://gettingappsdone.com/slack) to meet others who are facing the same things you are and have a chat about accessibility!
Also, be sure to check out The A11y Project (https://a11yproject.com/) as a starting point to learning more about accessibility!2019-06-0610 minGetting Apps DoneAm I Smart Enough?Joshua and Kel take on the question "Am I Smart Enough?" Software developers, particularly new ones, are flooded with expectations, requirements, misconceptions and self doubt. In such a wide reaching and oft changing profession, it's easy to be overwhelmed and question whether or not you've got what it takes to become a software developer. Spoiler alert: You do!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community to meet others who are facing the same things you are and understand the fears and frustrations you're facing. https://gettingappsdone.com/slack2019-05-3020 minGetting Apps DoneAm I Smart Enough?Joshua and Kel take on the question "Am I Smart Enough?" Software developers, particularly new ones, are flooded with expectations, requirements, misconceptions and self doubt. In such a wide reaching and oft changing profession, it's easy to be overwhelmed and question whether or not you've got what it takes to become a software developer. Spoiler alert: You do!
Be sure to check out our new Slack community to meet others who are facing the same things you are and understand the fears and frustrations you're facing. https://gettingappsdone.com/slack2019-05-3020 min
Getting Apps DoneA Day in the Life: Remote Developer... and bicycle nut?Joshua and Kel introduce their new Slack channel and share a question from it: What is a typical day in the life of a remote dev? What are some of the pros, cons and things to consider when considering a fully remote role? Plus tips/tricks and general advice for staying motivated, healthy and getting apps done remotely!
If you're looking for a great community to help you boost your dev career, join us at: https://gettingappsdone.com/slack2019-05-2343 minGetting Apps DoneA Day in the Life: Remote Developer... and bicycle nut?Joshua and Kel introduce their new Slack channel and share a question from it: What is a typical day in the life of a remote dev? What are some of the pros, cons and things to consider when considering a fully remote role? Plus tips/tricks and general advice for staying motivated, healthy and getting apps done remotely!
If you're looking for a great community to help you boost your dev career, join us at: https://gettingappsdone.com/slack2019-05-2343 min
Getting Apps DoneResumes, Interviews and Chainsaw Wielding TeenagersKel is back to discuss interviews and CVs (resumes!) with Joshua. Lots of tips, tricks, things to consider and some things not to consider too! Plus a few chainsaw wielding teens... (By the way, there are a couple expletives in this episode, so it's probably not entirely safe for children or those offended by this!)2019-05-1633 minGetting Apps DoneResumes, Interviews and Chainsaw Wielding TeenagersKel is back to discuss interviews and CVs (resumes!) with Joshua. Lots of tips, tricks, things to consider and some things not to consider too! Plus a few chainsaw wielding teens... (By the way, there are a couple expletives in this episode, so it's probably not entirely safe for children or those offended by this!)2019-05-1633 min
Getting Apps DoneA Programmer's Oath? Maybe not...One more episode of Joshua solo before we have a number of guest hosts and the return of Kel as a regular co-host! Today Joshua rants a bit about the expectations of the industry and how it affects newer developers.2019-05-0910 minGetting Apps DoneA Programmer's Oath? Maybe not...One more episode of Joshua solo before we have a number of guest hosts and the return of Kel as a regular co-host! Today Joshua rants a bit about the expectations of the industry and how it affects newer developers.2019-05-0910 min
Getting Apps DoneDesign Thinking Step 1: EmpathyEveryone is talking about design thinking. Books are being written, job descriptions are requiring it. But what is it and why is it important to software developers? Joshua discusses the first step in design thinking: Empathy.2019-04-2504 minGetting Apps DoneDesign Thinking Step 1: EmpathyEveryone is talking about design thinking. Books are being written, job descriptions are requiring it. But what is it and why is it important to software developers? Joshua discusses the first step in design thinking: Empathy.2019-04-2504 min
Getting Apps DoneIntro to Design Thinking from A Software Developer's PerspectiveEveryone is talking about design thinking. Books are being written, job descriptions are requiring it. But what is it and why is it important to software developers? Joshua introduces the concept and a new series of Youtube videos from Getting Apps Done on design thinking for developers.2019-04-1809 minGetting Apps DoneIntro to Design Thinking from A Software Developer's PerspectiveEveryone is talking about design thinking. Books are being written, job descriptions are requiring it. But what is it and why is it important to software developers? Joshua introduces the concept and a new series of Youtube videos from Getting Apps Done on design thinking for developers.2019-04-1809 min
Getting Apps DoneJuan Valera and UX Design in HealthcareJoshua and Kellen talk to Juan Valera a senior UX designer at Amazon who has previously worked at Microsoft and worked on the Forza Motorsports game UIs. Juan shares his passion for solving real world problems in healthcare using ux design and walks us through a project he worked on to help connect cancer patients with clinical trials.
As a heads up! The podcast is usually clean, but Juan is passionate about what he does and there are a couple expletives in this episode!2019-03-2135 minGetting Apps DoneJuan Valera and UX Design in HealthcareJoshua and Kellen talk to Juan Valera a senior UX designer at Amazon who has previously worked at Microsoft and worked on the Forza Motorsports game UIs. Juan shares his passion for solving real world problems in healthcare using ux design and walks us through a project he worked on to help connect cancer patients with clinical trials.
As a heads up! The podcast is usually clean, but Juan is passionate about what he does and there are a couple expletives in this episode!2019-03-2135 min
Getting Apps DoneAssets In SeatsJoshua and Kellen are solo again and talking about remote working culture and failures in respecting and promoting the benefits of remote working.2019-03-1427 minGetting Apps DoneAssets In SeatsJoshua and Kellen are solo again and talking about remote working culture and failures in respecting and promoting the benefits of remote working.2019-03-1427 min
Getting Apps DoneReverse Interview - Bekah Hawrot Weigel!We're stupidly excited to have Bekah Hawrot Weigel return to the podcast to swap roles with Kellen and Joshua for the last episode of a series of reverse interviews, where we let newer developers from #100DaysOfCode ask us any questions they like!2019-03-0738 minGetting Apps DoneReverse Interview - Bekah Hawrot Weigel!We're stupidly excited to have Bekah Hawrot Weigel return to the podcast to swap roles with Kellen and Joshua for the last episode of a series of reverse interviews, where we let newer developers from #100DaysOfCode ask us any questions they like!2019-03-0738 minGetting Apps DoneReverse Interview - Michael GallipoMichael Gallipo turns the tables on Joshua and Kellen in our first of a series of reverse interviews, where we ask newer developers from #100DaysOfCode to ask us any questions they like!2019-02-2133 minGetting Apps DoneReverse Interview - Michael GallipoMichael Gallipo turns the tables on Joshua and Kellen in our first of a series of reverse interviews, where we ask newer developers from #100DaysOfCode to ask us any questions they like!2019-02-2133 min
Getting Apps DoneMotivating a Development Team: The Wrong Job!Part 4 of 4 of our series on motivation! Joshua and Kellen talk about what happens when someone is simply in the wrong position. This might be due to a promotion or when they're hired, either can have a significant impact on motivation.2019-02-1417 minGetting Apps DoneMotivating a Development Team: The Wrong Job!Part 4 of 4 of our series on motivation! Joshua and Kellen talk about what happens when someone is simply in the wrong position. This might be due to a promotion or when they're hired, either can have a significant impact on motivation.2019-02-1417 min
Getting Apps DoneMotivating a Development Team: The Fear!Part 3 of 4 of our series on motivation!. Joshua and Kellen talk about how fear plays into motivation. Specifically, how fear is a poor motivator and can trigger behaviour that doesn't promote building great apps.2019-02-0723 minGetting Apps DoneMotivating a Development Team: The Fear!Part 3 of 4 of our series on motivation!. Joshua and Kellen talk about how fear plays into motivation. Specifically, how fear is a poor motivator and can trigger behaviour that doesn't promote building great apps.2019-02-0723 min
Getting Apps DoneMotivating a Development Team: Investment and CandybarsPart 2 of 4 of our series on motivation!. Joshua and Kellen talk about team member investment, candybars and bricks? We look at what does and doesn't make a team feel invested in the work they're doing.2019-01-2921 minGetting Apps DoneMotivating a Development Team: Investment and CandybarsPart 2 of 4 of our series on motivation!. Joshua and Kellen talk about team member investment, candybars and bricks? We look at what does and doesn't make a team feel invested in the work they're doing.2019-01-2921 min
Getting Apps DoneMotivating a Development Team: The Intro!Joshua and Kellen introduce the concept of motivation on a development team. The first in a 4 part series! Motivation is a big topic!2019-01-2214 minGetting Apps DoneMotivating a Development Team: The Intro!Joshua and Kellen introduce the concept of motivation on a development team. The first in a 4 part series! Motivation is a big topic!2019-01-2214 min
Getting Apps DoneMoms Can Code! An incredible chat with Bekah Hawrot WeigelJoshua and Bekah discuss Moms Can Code a community supporting women, particularly mothers with their journey to becoming software developers.2018-11-1325 minGetting Apps DoneMoms Can Code! An incredible chat with Bekah Hawrot WeigelJoshua and Bekah discuss Moms Can Code a community supporting women, particularly mothers with their journey to becoming software developers.2018-11-1325 min
Getting Apps DoneStop hiring the same devs over and over!Joshua and Kellen discuss how variety benefits a development team, how teams end up with little variety and what you can do to improve the situation.2018-11-0618 minGetting Apps DoneStop hiring the same devs over and over!Joshua and Kellen discuss how variety benefits a development team, how teams end up with little variety and what you can do to improve the situation.2018-11-0618 min
Getting Apps DoneEstimation and the Cone of Uncertainty... Are there chili peppers hidden in your project?Joshua and Kellen discuss estimation techniques and how to improve your ability to estimate how long tasks will take, whether it's you doing them or your team.2018-10-3120 minGetting Apps DoneEstimation and the Cone of Uncertainty... Are there chili peppers hidden in your project?Joshua and Kellen discuss estimation techniques and how to improve your ability to estimate how long tasks will take, whether it's you doing them or your team.2018-10-3120 min
Getting Apps DoneSo you've got an app idea... Now what the heck do you do?Joshua and Kellen walk through a really basic checklist of things to do to translate your app idea into a reality.2018-10-2321 minGetting Apps DoneSo you've got an app idea... Now what the heck do you do?Joshua and Kellen walk through a really basic checklist of things to do to translate your app idea into a reality.2018-10-2321 min
Getting Apps DoneHiring Remote Workers: Can you get apps done with Upwork?Joshua discusses hiring and using remote workers, specifically from Upwork.2018-10-1909 minGetting Apps DoneHiring Remote Workers: Can you get apps done with Upwork?Joshua discusses hiring and using remote workers, specifically from Upwork.2018-10-1909 min
Getting Apps DoneWorking remotely... for cookies.Joshua introduces part time co-host Kellen Piffner and they discuss working remotely, challenges and benefits. Lots of tips for improving working from home, for both individuals and businesses.2018-10-1512 minGetting Apps DoneWorking remotely... for cookies.Joshua introduces part time co-host Kellen Piffner and they discuss working remotely, challenges and benefits. Lots of tips for improving working from home, for both individuals and businesses.2018-10-1512 min
Getting Apps DoneDon't chuck innovation over the waterfall!Joshua discusses how setting yourself up to plan too far ahead of time stifles innovation and what you can do instead.2018-10-0906 min
Getting Apps DoneWhat do boxes, canoes and MVPs have in common?In today's episode, Joshua explores the concept of a minimum-viable-product in more detail and highlights the emphasis on focus rather than just doing less of a job.2018-09-2707 min