Collaboration Code Radio

Opening New Doors

February 26th, 2021  |  48 mins 37 secs

Making the San Diego tech community, and the entire tech community, a more inclusive and equitable place for everyone is a huge focus for many, but few are acting. In this episode of Collaboration Code Radio, we speak with Kristen Mulder and Ben Stiefel from Measurabl, a company that is making huge efforts to address these important challenges.

Small Connections - Bigger Relationships

September 30th, 2020  |  57 mins 46 secs

Networking is so much more than meeting people and collecting contacts. It's about connecting with people and finding ways to help them before seeing what you can get out of it. Planting the seeds of compassion and into these small connections can help them blossom into bigger relationships down the line.

Everyday Learning Something New

August 7th, 2020  |  38 mins 28 secs

Many people crave a career that challenges them every day. A profession that requires you to be creative, intuitive, and willing to think outside the box at any given time. The fact that you must be ready to learn something new every day is one of the exciting aspects of becoming a professional developer.

The Human Side of Tech

June 9th, 2020  |  56 mins 22 secs

As new developers enter the industry, it’s essential to learn from past mistakes. Treating people with respect is necessary, and breaking the “jerk programmer” mindset is an integral part of building a better future in tech. At the core, we are all human beings, and we must be bringing out the human side of developers.

Real-Life Right Now

April 16th, 2020  |  53 mins 41 secs

code, coding, coding bootcamp, computers, tech, technology, web development

The current situation we all find ourselves in is something we have never experienced in our lifetimes. We are in the midst of a global pandemic, everyone’s lives across the globe have been completely turned upside down. But we must take it upon ourselves to continue growing, learning, and making the most of what real-life is right now.

Storytelling Through Code

March 30th, 2020  |  1 hr 1 min

Telling stories is a part of human nature. From connecting with loved ones and friends and reminiscing memories, or connecting with like-minded people in your community, the power of storytelling is powerful. Gina Verrastro, LEARN academy alumni, sits down with us for Episode 10 of Collaboration Code Radio.

Running For It

February 18th, 2020  |  1 hr 12 mins

Track-and-Field and writing code have their similarities. While not apparent, working with web developer teams is a collection of individuals working across several different tickets (events), using their knowledge and skills to perform their best on their tickets for the greater good of the team and company.

For this next episode with sit down with LEARN academy alumni, and Galley Software Developer, Mike LaRocca. We dive into his early years, his passion for track-and-field. Mike also discusses how one of his jobs at a BioTech company helped push his interest in learning some SQL and then fully driving him into web development.

Do Something Bigger

February 4th, 2020  |  1 hr 12 mins

For this next episode of Collaboration Code Radio, we sit down with our new Lead Instructor at LEARN academy, Harrison Schaen. Harrison has lived all over the world and has been a part of the development community for a long time. We thought this would be a perfect opportunity to have him talk about his background and why we are so excited to have him a part of our team.

Put Yourself Out There

January 9th, 2020  |  56 mins 39 secs

code, coding, coding bootcamp, computers, freelance, tech, technology, web development

Software Developers are often in a state of being uncomfortable. From your job search to error messages, and deep dives in StackOverflow it can be a constant struggle. Having a support group around you so you can grow and flourish is a huge key. For our next episode of Collaboration Code Radio, we sat down with Dante Moore, who graduated from the program in 2019 and currently is a software developer.

Balancing Work/Life/Code

December 11th, 2019  |  1 hr 11 mins

coding bootcamp, gap intelligence, learn academy, tech, technology, web development

Family, Work, Coding, Life...is it possible to maintain a balance between all these factors? While going through a coding bootcamp it's hard enough to keep yourself balanced and sane, but the party doesn't stop after graduation. Maintaining a balance between your work, your family, and your continued growth is imperative to your success in any career path.

Know Yourself

November 22nd, 2019  |  41 mins 34 secs

code, coding, coding bootcamp, computers, tech, technology, web development

Finding your voice and your own value can be a long and sometimes stressful process. It can take years building up the courage to finally have your moment of clarity and make the jump.

Making a Difference

October 31st, 2019  |  1 hr 3 mins

For a company to make a difference locally and globally is a huge venture. For our next episode of Collaboration Code Radio, we site down Dana Arnold, COO of Measurabl.