Hardware Podcasts

188: Twitter Is a Cocktail Party

Embedded.fm · 23 Feb 2017 · 1h 04m

What this episode covers

Scott Hanselman, Principal Program Manager at Microsoft and host of the Hanselminutes podcast, discusses his philosophy on technology podcasting, emphasizing inclusivity and the importance of amplifying voices that are not self-promoting. He explains his guest selection process, which involves actively seeking out diverse speakers at conferences and on social media, and details his approach to handling sensitive topics like alcoholism with careful preparation. Hanselman also shares advice for developers on managing imposter syndrome, advocating for a 'Swiss Army knife' approach to skills rather than deep specialization in every area, and recommends learning JavaScript alongside a systems language for future-proofing careers.

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Microsoft
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Hanselminutes, This Developer's Life, Ratchet and the Geek, Logitech GN 2000, Samson Go, Unity, WebVR

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