Hardware Podcasts

24: I'm a Total Fraud

Embedded.fm · 23 Oct 2013 · 53m

What this episode covers

Elecia White and producer Christopher White discuss a listener's question about how to measure competence as an embedded software engineer, referencing the RBM Consulting embedded C test and Brain Bench exams. They argue that rote knowledge tests are less valuable than evaluating a candidate's project history, ability to ship code, and generalist skills. The conversation shifts to the prevalence of imposter syndrome in engineering, with White sharing her personal strategy of maintaining a '10-slide deck' of achievements to counter feelings of fraudulence. They conclude that the best way to improve is through hands-on projects and teaching, rather than passive reading.

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early-stage companies

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RBM Consulting
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Arduino
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Brain Bench, Stanford

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