S3:E8 - Aaron Francis

Join Mark Techson, a transformational public speaker and Angular team member at Google, as he takes you on a commute through personal growth, tech insights, and human connection. In each episode, join Jason and Ellie they join Mark as their guide on his journey, where they shift gears between overcoming challenges and navigating the fast lane of success, all while keeping it real and grounded. Whether you’re stuck in traffic or cruising smoothly, tune in for a ride filled with practical wisdom and motivation to help you steer your life in the right direction.

Meet Dan DiGangi, your engineering pit crew chief, with over 20 years of experience behind the wheel as a software engineer and 5+ years in the driver’s seat of engineering management. Dan builds high-performance teams like finely-tuned machines, focused on delivering experiences that move the needle forward. From full-stack development in Node, Typescript, and React, to leading teams across disciplines, he’s all about applying an engineering mindset to solve real-world problems. Whether it’s a B2C or B2B journey, Dan ensures the road to success is smooth and fast. Buckle up—Dan’s here to drive your software to the next level. Guest: Dan DiGangi Hosts: ⁠Jason Torres⁠ ⁠Ellie Zubrowski

In this episode, we take a drive down the winding road of Kurt Kemple’s journey from a challenging past to a promising present. Now the Senior Director of Developer Relations at Slack, Kurt once found himself navigating the rough terrain of incarceration. Buckle up as he shares his story of resilience and redemption, the detours that shaped his career, and how he’s now steering developer communities in the tech world. It’s a powerful ride of transformation, proving that no matter where your journey starts, you can always find a new path forward. Guest: Kurt Temple Hosts: Jason Torres Ellie Zubrowski

In this episode of Tech Commute, we ride along with BekahHW— a multi-talented developer, screenwriter, blogger, community creator, podcaster, keynote speaker, and DevEx Lead at @saucedopen. Bekah shares her journey from teacher tolerating code, building and nurturing the vibrant community at @VirtualCoffeeIO, all while balancing the chaos and creativity of being a mom to four kids. Whether you're coding, commuting, or contemplating your next career move, tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with insights on tech, community, and finding balance in a fast-paced world. LINKS: BekahHW on X Jason Torres on X

Buckle up and join us on "The Tech Commute Podcast" for a thrilling ride with Aaron Francis! As we cruise through his world of Laravel development, database education, and conference speaking, we'll also explore his exciting side gig as a YouTube content creator. But this isn’t just a tech talk—Aaron’s navigating the fast lanes of parenthood with two sets of twins in tow! Get ready for a dynamic conversation filled with insights on balancing a high-octane career and a bustling family life. Tune in and enjoy the ride! Show Notes: Our Guest: Aaron Francis on X The Host: Jason Torres on X

Fasten your seatbelts, tech enthusiasts! We're steering into the fast lane with James Q. Quick, a developer turned YouTube sensation, for an AMA journey. Discover his adrenaline-pumping transition from writing code to teaching the masses online. Ever wondered how to code like a pro while sipping coffee at home? James has the lowdown! Get ready for tips, tricks, and tales from the coding front lines. It's a knowledge-packed joyride you won't want to miss, so rev up your curiosity and join us!

Join us as we talk with Mike Tomasello from Career Success Secrets! Get ready to go from 0 to 60 in your journey towards landing that coveted dream job in the competitive tech industry. Mike shares invaluable insights on how to stand out and accelerate your career prospects in 2024!

Our I'm a developer episode got a bit hijacked today!! We are talking podcasts and life with the great ⁠Espree Devora⁠. Host of several amazing podcasts including ⁠Women in Tech⁠ and ⁠LA tech⁠. Come listen as she shares her journey and tips on leveling up your podcasting skills!

Buckle up, tech crew! We're taking a detour with Shashi Lo, a Microsoft UX rockstar, for an AMA road trip. Hear his wild ride from circuit boards to shaping the future. We here how he got to where he is today and some of his best practices. Did you know pineapple doesn't belong on pizza? Want to know why? check it out! It's gonna be a knowledge cruise you won't want to miss, so hop in. Don't forget your coding shades, this drive's gonna be epic!

Today on Tech Commute, we take a detour with the amazing Saron Yitbarek! This multi-talented dev whiz isn't just the mastermind behind the "not a designerrrr" newsletter – she also blazed a trail by founding and hosting the legendary Code Newbie podcast, lighting the spark for countless coding adventures. But Saron's not just about code, she's got the gift of gab too! As a seasoned speaker and workshop master, she can break down the densest tech jargon into bite-sized brilliance, leaving you feeling informed and empowered. Buckle up for an insider's peek into the tech world, from cutting-edge innovation to real-world hacks, all sprinkled with Saron's infectious humor and genuine passion. This episode promises to be more than just a commute – it's a tech adventure you won't want to miss! Now, let's hit the gas and see where the code takes us!