Published Aug 7, 2024

From Contributions to Career: Leo Kettmeir's Path to Deno | Beyond Coding Podcast #169

Leo Kettmeir delves into his inspiring transition from open-source contributor to software engineer at Deno, while exploring the nuances of team dynamics, programming language adoption, and the critical role of soft skills in engineering careers.

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From Contributions to Career: Leo Kettmeir's Path to Deno | Beyond Coding Podcast #169

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Balancing Priorities

Learning Through Projects

Open Source Dynamics

Knowledge Sharing Challenges

Communication in Tech

Learning Programming Languages

Open Source Dynamics

Deno and Community

Contribution Pathways

Knowledge Silos Explored

Open Source Business Models

Low-Level Learning

Skills of a Good Engineer

Open Source Challenges

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Open Source

Deno Community

Programming Languages

Engineering Skills

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From Contributions to Career: Leo Kettmeir's Path to Deno | Beyond Coding Podcast #169

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Open SourceLeo Kettmeir, a long-term open-source contributor, shares his journey to becoming a software engineer at Deno. He discusses the dynamics of contributing to open-source projects, the business models behind them, and how these contributions can lead to career opportunities.

Open Source

Deno CommunityLeo Kettmeir shares his journey into the Deno community and the internal dynamics of the team. He provides insights into open-source contributions and the challenges of team organization.

Deno Community

Programming LanguagesLeo Kettmeir discusses the challenges and strategies for adopting new programming languages in organizations. He also shares insights on learning new languages, emphasizing the importance of personal preferences and prior experience.

Programming Languages

Engineering SkillsNext, Leo Kettmeir and Patrick Akil discuss the importance of soft skills in engineering and the balance between being a generalist and a specialist. They explore how communication and adaptability can shape an engineer's career.

Engineering Skills

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