Chapter
Characteristics of a Good Solo Programmer
47:40 - 50:39 (02:59)
Good solo programmers think like computers, and have the ability to debug code rapidly and work on complex projects independently.
Clips
In order to be a good programmer, one has to think like a computer.
47:40 - 48:56 (01:16)
Summary
In order to be a good programmer, one has to think like a computer. Just like a master detective who thinks like a criminal in order to solve a case, a programmer must be able to understand the language and logic of the computer.
ChapterCharacteristics of a Good Solo Programmer
EpisodeJeff Atwood: Stack Overflow and Coding Horror
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The perception of IT guys has been that they are impatient and quick to move on to the next issue, just like a computer.
48:56 - 49:27 (00:31)
Summary
The perception of IT guys has been that they are impatient and quick to move on to the next issue, just like a computer. This stereotype has been showcased in popular TV shows like Saturday Night Live's "Move" character.
ChapterCharacteristics of a Good Solo Programmer
EpisodeJeff Atwood: Stack Overflow and Coding Horror
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode covers tips for solo programmers and the history of id Software, the company behind games like Wolfenstein and Doom.
49:27 - 50:39 (01:11)
Summary
This podcast episode covers tips for solo programmers and the history of id Software, the company behind games like Wolfenstein and Doom. The discussion includes the importance of asking well-researched questions and the resourcefulness of early video game developers.