Making It · 12 Aug 2022 · 1h 10m
Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their current projects, including Diresta's giant sculpted Buddha head, Picciuto's pizza table, and Clagett's hidden 4-player arcade. The hosts explore the concept of imposter syndrome, sharing personal anecdotes about feeling inadequate despite their experience, and debate when it is appropriate to share knowledge versus when to remain quiet. They also touch on the democratization of media, noting how platforms like TikTok and YouTube allow anyone to share expertise without traditional gatekeepers.
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Hosts Elecia White and Chris White discuss personal projects and burnout, with Chris detailing his experience using CircuitPython and the MIKROE 8800 board to run Conway's Game of Life, and Elecia sharing her paper engineering class. They explore the psychology of creativity, the desire for obscurity versus recognition, and the operational strain of maintaining a weekly podcast schedule, announcing a potential reduction in frequency.
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.
Hosts Elecia White and Christopher White celebrate the 300th episode of Embedded.fm by discussing their upcoming party in Aptos, California, and their evolution as podcasters. They provide a detailed breakdown of their audio equipment, explaining the transition from SM57s to Shure SM7Bs and the importance of microphone technique for non-studio environments. The hosts also answer listener questions regarding the influence of embedded engineers in product design, the use of Docker for build systems, and the value of graduate degrees in the field.
Hosts Chris White and Elecia White discuss recent projects and gift ideas, including Elecia's work on the Fitbit Surge and Chris's 'Wordy' wearable ring. They also cover Chris's custom hardware controller for the game Kerbal Space Program, the Chiptronics educational kit, and the broader maker movement, addressing misconceptions about its impact on professional engineering.
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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