Easier Said Than Done (And How to Do it)
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".
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 52
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Is Zuck's AI Prediction For Real? What is the real impact of AI on knowledge workers? Ep #32
Zubin and Brian dive deep into the current coding and tech landscape, discussing the impact of AI on various professions, the challenges new coders face, and the importance of adaptability in today's…
Algoexpert Founder and I Compare Notes on the Coding Industry and Bootcamps in 2025 | Ep #31
How to become a software engineer in 2025 is different from any other period in the past. Learn why, from two ex Google engineers. On this episode I discuss the coding industry and coding bootcamps w…
Junior Devs Can Outcompete Experienced Devs with These Secret Weapons | Ep #30
**Show notes below**
👋👋👋 Connect With Me! 👋👋👋
💥 Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap 💥 Be personally coached for 12 months by Brian Jenney and me: https://www.parsity.io/inner-circle 💥 Care…
Is The Anti-Bootcamp The Way Forward in 2025? Ep #29
Want to learn to code AND build a future-proof career starting in 2025? Announcing the Anti-Bootcamp: The Parsity Inner Circle personalised coaching program (https://parsity.io/inner-circle) - where…
Ep #28 Is AI Changing Code? Conversation with AI Ph.D and Author, Emmanuel Maggiori
AI and coding - the big questions! Looking to Change Careers? Want to be part of the next generation of coders? Get the insider perspective from my FREE Coding Career Strategy Training at https://www…
Ep#27 Future Coders Inner Circle - What is it?
Become a Coder - The Inner Circle Mentorship Program is a no BS, no nonsense approach. It's not easy but if you stick the plan you will get to your destination. Full Stop. In this episode of the Easi…
Ep#26 Which Coding Language Is Best (and which one got me into Google?)
Podcast Shownotes: Ep#26 Which Coding Language Is Best
(Google Doc Talking Points: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G10RZjly7Ew4H1QBvpi7yFkBdKRPG4vLJNcR88aeyuQ/edit?usp=sharing)
The "best" coding l…
Ep #25 The UK's Most Influential Engineering Voice - An Interview with John Crickett
What Is The Reality of Software Engineering? Who better than my guest John Crickett to break down almost 3 decades of engineering experience for you in this eye-opening podcast chat.
💥 Key Insight…
Ep #24 - Coding Frustration to Fortune 500: Matt's Journey to Software Engineering Success
In this episode of the "Easier Said Than Done" podcast, host Zubin interviews Matt, a successful software engineer who transitioned from a business analyst role to working at a Fortune 500 consumer g…
Ep#22: Seven Rules to (Safely!) Change Career To Code
In this episode we identify and analyse the key strategic steps needed to SAFELY and reliably transition your career to software engineering. Show notes are further below!
👋👋👋 Connect With Me! 👋👋👋
…
E9#21 Break Free From Tutorial Hell - Guaranteed
Tutorial Hell Is the result of a fundamental understanding of what (professional) programming is. Find out the 3 steps (a loop actually) required to escape this frustrating phenomenon forever. More …
Ep#20_Interview with Coder Turned Recruiter David Roberts
**Show Notes for Episode #20: Interview with Coder Turned Recruiter, David Roberts**
In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the mind of David Roberts, a seasoned developer who made a successfu…
Ep#19 Tech Recruiter Interview- Myths, Inside Scoops and Real Talk With Zafar Mohammed
**Show Notes for Episode #19: Insights for Engineers from a Recruiter's Perspective** **Episode Overview:** In this episode, Zafar Mohammed, a seasoned technical recruiter, and Zubin Pratap dive deep…
Ep#18 Data Structures & Algorithms is NOT coding (and is not that important for 99%)
Join Zubin as he debunks the myths and shares the hard truths about DSA and coding. This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to make a thoughtful and informed transition into tech.
Google Doc: …
Ep#17 Top 10 Reasons People Fail at Coding- My AI confirmed it!
(Check the podcast out on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@zubinpratap/podcasts)
Learning to code is hard. And to make it worse, it's not enough to get a job. I got my AI toanalyse 5 years of c…
Ep#16 The HIDDEN reason you're stuck in coding tutorial hell
🎙️ **Welcome to "Easier Said Than Done" with Zubin Pratap!**
🚀 Video version: https://www.youtube.com/@zubinpratap/podcasts
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the dreaded "Tutorial Hell" tha…
Ep#15 From tech to big tech and The Myths of AI - With Nate Hobi, Anna Miller & Brian Jenney
**Episode Highlights:** - **Debunking Coding Career Myths:** We explore common misconceptions about starting a career in coding and the unexpected challenges newcomers face. - **Career Progression in…
Ep #14 Remote Jobs No Experience- 10 Skills To Not Get Fired
How to be effective at Remote Work? It's the same as being effective in-person but on steroids!
This episode discusses the challenges and realities of getting a remote job with no experience. It add…
Ep #13 Is Learning To Code Risky? (Use Corporate Finance Techniques to Decide)
In this episode of 'Easier Said Than Done', host Zubin Pratap tackles the complexities of learning to code, the pitfalls of relying on cheap coding courses, and how a mindset shift towards risk asses…