Andrew and Chris chat about the last 6 months while the podcast was paused about their life changes and what's next!

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Technical debt can slow down software projects. In this episode, Andrew Clarkson and Chris Naismith discuss technical debt, how to identify it, the impact it has on software projects, how to manage and mitigate technical debt, and how to prevent technical debt.



Technical debt: the silent killer!

Chris Naismith and Andrew Clarkson discuss how to have effective one on ones with your manager, and skip managers. How to remain visible for review and promotion time to attempt to maximize your potential.

How to have effective 1-on-1s

In this episode, Chris and Andrew delve into the exciting topic of workplace culture. The challenges in creating a good culture, how to affect it and how to identify a current or potential bad culture fit in a company.

Culture in the workspace

Chris and Andrew discuss AI and how it's already transforming multiple fields, as well as different tools, their thoughts and where the future may end up for software developers.

The future of programming is here

Andrew and Chris discuss their current side projects, what led them to start them, how they stay motivated and how side projects can help accelerate your career.

Our current side projects

Andrew and Chris discuss various levels of software testing, the common tools and benefits. Additionally they discuss their backgrounds with testing frameworks and how to improve your code quality!

Code Quality: How to test your code

Chris Naismith and Andrew Clarkson discuss what the interview process is like as a software engineer. They share their past experiences on both sides of the interview, as well as what to expect for those who have never gone through the process starting at the phone screen to the offer/negotiation stage.

They provide tips on how to prepare, and what to expect including some questions they have been asked. 

Navigating software engineering interviews

As more and more software engineers shift to remote work, the challenges of being visible and effective in a virtual environment become increasingly important.

Join hosts Andrew Clarkson and Chris Naismith as they explore practical strategies for making an impact when you're not physically present in the office.

From mastering virtual meetings and asynchronous chat, to increasing visibility and demonstrating your value to your team, this episode offers insights and tips for anyone looking to thrive in a remote work setting. Tune in and learn how to elevate your remote work game today.

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Thriving as a remote software engineer

Andrew Clarkson and Chris Naismith discuss the topic of building a strong network. They share tips on how to make meaningful connections, expand your network, and some dos and don'ts when it comes to first messages. They also discuss the benefits of communities, in person networking and LinkedIn profiles.

Building your network

A Canadian software engineering podcast featuring two software engineers (Chris Naismith and Andrew Clarkson) with a wide range of experience, discussing their uniquely northern perspectives.

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