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Easier Said Than Done (And How to Do it)

Zubin Pratap

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Set against the backdrop of my transition from 37 year old corporate lawyer to Big Tech software engineer, I cover meta-skills and habits that are necessary for all personal development. I show you how to do the things that are "easier said than done".

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Why It Took Me 5 YEARS To Get A Coding Job (The Truth No One Tells You) | Ep #53

mardi 9 septembre 2025 • Durée 37:16

Why it took me FIVE years to land my first coding job—and how you can do it in less than 12 months (if you avoid this trap).

Show Summary and FREE Resources are further below 👇

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

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Most mid-career professionals believe coding bootcamps can flip their career in 12 weeks. The truth? That myth has crushed more dreams than it’s created. Ever feel like everyone else has the “cheat code” to tech while you’re stuck burning years on dead-end tutorials? This episode exposes why generic training fails 80% of career changers—and the unconventional mindset shift that actually gets you hired faster.

Timestamps & Takeaways:

The Big Lie About 3-Month Bootcamps — Why “fast-track” promises set you up to fail.
The Bamboo Growth Secret — Why 5 years of “failure” can become 8 months of real success.
The Physics of Career Change — The formula that predicts how long it really takes.
The Minimum Effective Dose™️— The one practice that separates hired engineers from quitters.

👉 Want the exact roadmap to land interviews without wasting years?

👋👋👋 FREE LEARNING RESOURCES 👋👋👋

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💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver?utm_source=estd

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💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap

💥 Free Career Change to Tech Newsletter: https://www.matchfitmastery.com/newsletters/career-change-to-tech

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The WORST Learning to Code "Advice" You've Following | Ep #52

jeudi 4 septembre 2025 • Durée 34:43

Are you a career changer who wants to learn to code? Are you feeling stuck in a loop of endless tutorials, portfolio projects, and imposter syndrome? Perhaps it feels like everyone else has the secret key to break into the tech industry, while you're left guessing. You’ve been told to just "push through" and that "everyone's journey is different," but this so-called advice is actually keeping you from getting a job, and a lot of the advice you get online is gaslighting you. The advice from many influencers and computer science graduates ignores the REALITIES of mid-career professionals who have families, mortgages, and limited time to learn. But your age and experience are your advantage, You just have to learn how (and when) to use them.

Show Summary and FREE Resources are further below 👇

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

👉🏼 Connect with Zubin: https://meetzubin.carrd.co/

👉🏼 Parsity Inner Circle Program ( https://parsity.io/inner-circle?utm_source=estd )

👉🏼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjenney

👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/brianjenneycode

In this episode, I'll expose the worst advice holding you back and reveal the unlock that helped me go from a 37-year-old lawyer to a professional software engineer at Google in under a year. This isn't about working harder; it's about a no-BS approach that gets you hired.

Tutorial Hell vs. The Systematic Path

The Trap: You’re told to skip tutorials and just build projects, but this is like being told to jump into a Formula 1 race car without a single lesson.
The Unlock: The real issue isn't tutorials, it's random tutorials. You need a structured, layered learning path that builds on itself, just like the one people forget they had in college .

The Imposter Syndrome Lie 🎯 The "Free Community" Scam 💰 Why DSA Isn’t What You Think it is 💡

Tech Jobs: Why Resumes, AI, DSA are NOT the Problem (Aline Lerner Myth-Busting) | Ep #43

samedi 31 mai 2025 • Durée 55:08

How does tech recruitment and hiring ACTUALLY work? [Links to Free Resources and Relevant Blogs are at the bottom] In this episode, I'm joined by Aline Lerner of Interviewing.io to demolish the most common myths that are sabotaging your job search. We're not just offering feel-good advice; we're backing it up with data. Aline shares the hard truths about what really matters to recruiters and how to avoid the traps that most aspiring coders fall into.

We're BUSTING These Myths:

Myth #1: Your resume is the key to getting hired. (Spoiler: It's not. We'll tell you what actually works).

Myth #2: You need to memorize algorithms to ace the technical interview. (There's a better way. Take a look here: http://bctci.co/problems ).

Myth #3: AI is going to take all the coding jobs. (It's changing the game, but not in the way you think).

Myth #4: You need a Computer Science degree to succeed in tech. (Aline and I are living proof that's BS).

Myth #5: Networking is a waste of time. (It's all about strategic outreach. We'll explain).

In this episode, you'll discover: The shocking truth about how recruiters really evaluate resumes.

The power of "no-name brand" strategies (and how to make them work for you). How to use AI interview tools to your advantage (without becoming a lead code zombie).

The hidden importance of system design and behavioral questions. The mindset shifts that separate successful candidates from the rest. This episode is for you if: You're tired of the same old tired advice. You're ready to ditch the myths and embrace the truth. You're serious about landing a job in tech, no matter your background.

Show Notes: [00:00:00] Intro: Why we're busting tech hiring myths. [00:02:00] Aline's journey: Proving that a CS degree isn't everything. [00:06:00] Myth #1: The resume obsession (and why it's mostly pointless). [00:10:00] Myth #2: Bootcamps are a guaranteed path to a tech job. [00:13:00] The "no-name brand" strategy: How to get your foot in the door. [00:16:00] Myth #3: Recruiters are your friends. (They're not. Here's how to navigate the relationship). [00:21:00] Myth #4: You have to be a "natural" coder to succeed. [00:22:00] The importance of practice (even if you're a senior engineer). [00:25:00] Myth #5: Certifications are a shortcut to success. [00:28:00] How AI is perpetuating bias in the hiring process. [00:32:00] The AI Interviewer: A tool for practicing real interview skills. [00:37:00] Collaboration is key: Why interviews are a two-way street. [00:41:00] Myth #6: You always need to grind DSA problems. [00:44:00] The overlooked importance of system design and behavioral questions. [00:46:00] Beyond Cracking the Coding Interview: A new approach to job searching. [00:51:00] FREE Resources: Access all the problems and solutions from Beyond CTCI.

#42 Microsoft Layoffs - Media's AI Lie exposed

mardi 20 mai 2025 • Durée 21:08

**🚀 Microsoft’s Layoffs Exposed: The AI Lie They Want You to Believe 🚀**

**🔍 The Truth Behind the Headlines:**

Show Summary Is Further Below. But the links referred to in the episode are: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/worklab/work-trend-index/ai-at-work-is-here-now-comes-the-hard-part and https://theaireport.beehiiv.com/p/microsoft-engineers-replaced-by-ai

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

- Parsity Inner Circle Program (https://parsity.io/inner-circle)

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap/

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjenney

- https://www.instagram.com/zubinpratap

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💥 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WMi6AmVFjpmCpF95XjaBJ

💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver

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💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap

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"Wasted $20K on a Bootcamp" - Real Talk | Ep#41

mardi 13 mai 2025 • Durée 23:39

**🔥 From War Zones to Code Wars: Mirko’s Unfiltered Journey Through Tech’s Darkest Truths**

Show Summary Is Further Below

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

- Parsity Inner Circle Program (https://parsity.io/inner-circle)

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap/

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjenney

- https://www.instagram.com/brianjenneycode

- https://www.instagram.com/zubinpratap

You can find Mirko here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirkozlatunic/

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💥 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WMi6AmVFjpmCpF95XjaBJ

💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver

💥 Podcasts:, Blogs and Resources https://linktr.ee/zubinpratap

💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap

**💡 Key Takeaways:**

- **🌍 A Life of Battles:** Mirko’s journey from war-torn Croatia to corporate America—proving resilience isn’t just a skill, it’s a survival tactic.
- **🚀 Bootcamp Betrayal:** Why even the “best” coding bootcamps leave you drowning in copied GitHub repos—and how Mirko escaped the trap.
- **🤯 The Hidden Cost of Coding:** Spoiler: It’s not about the code. The brutal reality of networking, influence, and selling yourself in tech. - **🛠️ From Chemical Tech to Tech Whisperer:** How Mirko hacked his way into project management using coding as a Trojan horse. - **🎯 The Anti-Bootcamp Secret:** Why mentorship beats sprint deadlines—and how to filter out the BS in a world obsessed with “just learn to code.” - **💥 Enemies to Allies:** The shocking moment Mirko turned a workplace rival into his coding mentor—proof that tech is 80% psychology. **🚨 Hard Truths You Can’t Ignore:** - “Coding is not enough. Hell no.” — Why engineers fail without *human* skills. - The AI hype trap: How to spot lies and weaponize *real* tech trends. - Why struggling = progress (and how to stop fearing the dark days). **🔮 Mirko’s Final Warning:** “Don’t think about the next job—think 5 jobs ahead. Or you’ll stay stuck forever.” **💬 Why This Matters to YOU:** If you’ve ever doubted your place in tech, felt crushed by bootcamp promises, or secretly feared AI will steal your future—Mirko’s story is your blueprint to fight back. **🎧 Listen now—before the gatekeepers delete this episode.** *(P.S. The best coders don’t just write code… they rewrite the rules. Which side are you on?)*

From Sales To Software Engineering - Meet Matt | Ep#40

mardi 6 mai 2025 • Durée 27:49

"The Shocking Truth About Bootcamps & How to ACTUALLY Land a Coding Job (ft. Matt McIvor)"*

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**🎧 Listen to the full episode to uncover:**
- How Matt *accidentally* became a "software engineer" before even getting hired.
- The *real* reason recruiters ignore 90% of bootcamp grads.
- Why "just coding" is the *slowest* way to change careers.

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**🎙️ Show Notes Are Further Below

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

- Parsity Inner Circle Program (https://parsity.io/inner-circle)

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap/

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjenney

- https://www.instagram.com/brianjenneycode

- https://www.instagram.com/zubinpratap

Connect with MAtt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewmcivor/

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💥 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WMi6AmVFjpmCpF95XjaBJ

💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver

💥 Podcasts:, Blogs and Resources https://linktr.ee/zubinpratap

💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap

**🎙️ Show Notes
What if everything you’ve been told about coding bootcamps is *dead wrong*? Matt McIvor spent $20K and a year of his life on a top-rated bootcamp—only to hit a wall. Then, one mindset shift changed *everything*. Here’s the untold story of how he went from "stuck" to recruiter inbox overload.

From Scalpels To Software - Student Perspective | Ep #39

mardi 29 avril 2025 • Durée 22:16

Show Notes: 🩺 From Scalpel to Software Engineering: The Doctor Who's Coding His Own Destiny 💻

Ever felt like you're meant for more? 🤷‍♂️ Orlando, a doctor, dared to ask "What if?" and is rewriting his career. This episode isn't just about coding; it's about courage, defying expectations, and crafting a life of limitless possibilities. Ready to diagnose your own career and prescribe a powerful change? Then listen on.

Show Summary Is Further Below

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

- Parsity Inner Circle Program (https://parsity.io/inner-circle)

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap/

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjenney

- https://www.instagram.com/brianjenneycode

- https://www.instagram.com/zubinpratap

Connect with Orlando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orlando-hernandez-celli-developer/

👋👋👋 FREE LEARNING RESOURES 👋👋👋

💥 Career Change to Code - FREE Webinar at https://matchfitmastery.com

💥 YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAPuklwJx5V3fpXiSD9CMh3RhPQTCSemj

💥 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WMi6AmVFjpmCpF95XjaBJ

💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver

💥 Podcasts:, Blogs and Resources https://linktr.ee/zubinpratap

💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap

Inside This Episode, You'll Discover:

The Polymath's Path: 🧠 How Orlando's diverse passions, from physics to medicine, fueled his unconventional journey to coding.

Welding To Software Engineer - Student Perpsective | Ep #38

mardi 22 avril 2025 • Durée 24:19

Show Summary Is Further Below

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

- Parsity Inner Circle Program (https://parsity.io/inner-circle)

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap/

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjenney

- https://www.instagram.com/brianjenneycode

- https://www.instagram.com/zubinpratap

Connect with Miguel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-cancel-20941a15b/

👋👋👋 FREE LEARNING RESOURES 👋👋👋

💥 Career Change to Code - FREE Webinar at https://matchfitmastery.com

💥 YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAPuklwJx5V3fpXiSD9CMh3RhPQTCSemj

💥 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WMi6AmVFjpmCpF95XjaBJ

💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver

💥 Podcasts:, Blogs and Resources https://linktr.ee/zubinpratap

💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap

Show Notes: 🔑 Unlocking the Limitless Life: From Trades to Tech with Miguel's Code-Cracking Journey

Feeling trapped? ⛓️ Like your potential is caged? Miguel's story is proof you can break free from self-imposed limits and society's expectations. He traded welding for coding and discovered a life without boundaries. If you're ready to escape the ordinary and build a future where the sky's the limit, this episode is your escape plan.

From Picture Frames To Software Engineering - Student Perspective | Ep #37

mardi 15 avril 2025 • Durée 29:48

Decoding the Impossible: 🔐 How to Unlock Your Coding Dreams (Even If You’re Not a “Genius”)

Show Summary Is Further Below

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

- Parsity Inner Circle Program (https://parsity.io/inner-circle)

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjenney - https://www.instagram.com/brianjenneycode - https://www.instagram.com/zubinpratap

Connect with Dean: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-fox-a1918527b/

👋👋👋 SEE ALSO 👋👋👋 💥 Career Change to Code - FREE Webinar at https://matchfitmastery.com 💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver 💥 Podcasts:, Blogs and Resources https://linktr.ee/zubinpratap 💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap 💥 This podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WMi6AmVFjpmCpF95XjaBJ

***SHOW NOTES***

Tired of feeling stuck? 😫 Is your career at a dead end? Do you dream of a better future for your family? 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 You're not alone. Dean's journey proves that coding isn't just for the “smart people.” It's for those with grit, determination, and the right guidance. This episode is your key to unlocking that potential.

**What’s Inside:**

* **The Myth of the “Coding Gene” Debunked** 🧠: Discover why coding is more about persistence and the right support than innate talent.

* **The Slog is Real, But So Is Success** 🧗: Learn how to push through the tough times and avoid the pitfalls that derail most aspiring coders.

* **Why “DIY” Can Be a Dangerous Game** ⚠️: Uncover the hidden value of mentorship and how it can fast-track your journey (and prevent years of wasted effort).

* **From Tutorial Hell to Real-World Wins** 🚀: Understand the shocking difference between learning to code and actually working as a coder. * **The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything** ✨: Master the tools to conquer self-doubt, stay resilient, and turn setbacks into comebacks. * **Your 30-Year Legacy** ⏳: Find out how your coding journey can create a launchpad for your children's dreams. **Ready to ditch the excuses and start building your dream career?** Dean's story is proof that you can. Tune in to discover the secrets to overcoming obstacles, landing that job, and finally building the life you deserve. Your future is waiting. https://parsity.io/inner-circle

AI Is Sabotaging Inexperienced Devs | Ep #36

mardi 25 mars 2025 • Durée 20:44

AI is revolutionizing coding—but is it secretly sabotaging the next generation of developers? Dive into the dark side of AI-assisted coding and discover why it’s a ticking time bomb for inexperienced devs. Are we trading speed for skill? Let’s unravel the mystery.

Show Summary Is Further Below

☎️ Contact Zubin & Brian:

- Parsity Inner Circle Program (https://parsity.io/inner-circle)

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap/

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjenney

- https://www.instagram.com/brianjenneycode

- https://www.instagram.com/zubinpratap

👋👋👋 SEE ALSO 👋👋👋

💥 Career Change to Code - FREE Webinar at https://matchfitmastery.com

💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver

💥 Podcasts:, Blogs and Resources https://linktr.ee/zubinpratap

💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap

💥 This podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WMi6AmVFjpmCpF95XjaBJ

Key Points:

The AI Paradox:
- AI tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT are accelerating code production, making it easier than ever to spit out functional code.
- But here’s the catch: inexperienced developers are producing code faster than ever, yet they’re struggling to understand it.
The Problem with Speed:
- Junior devs can’t explain why their code works. When probed on edge cases, design decisions, or problem-solving, they’re often met with .

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