The Pragmatic Engineer

Episodes

• Google’s engineering culture

  Oct 15, 2025

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• Python, Go, Rust, TypeScript and AI with Armin Ronacher

  Oct 8, 2025

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• Hypergrowth startups: Uber and CloudKitchens with Charles-Axel Dein

  Sep 24, 2025

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• Code Complete with Steve McConnell

  Sep 10, 2025

  Writing a detailed plan can lead to unexpected outcomes in projects.

• The state of VC within software and AI startups – with Peter Walker

  Aug 6, 2025

  The venture capital landscape is evolving, with fewer startups successfully securing funding despite overall investment levels remaining stable.

• Measuring the impact of AI on software engineering – with Laura Tacho

  Jul 23, 2025

  Developers are often left dissatisfied as AI tools take over enjoyable coding tasks, leaving them with less fulfilling work.

• Amazon, Google and Vibe Coding with Steve Yegge

  Jul 16, 2025

  The tech landscape is undergoing dramatic changes due to AI, leading to the emergence of new roles like the 'AI Fixer'.

• What is a Principal Engineer at Amazon? With Steve Huynh

  Jul 9, 2025

  The transition from Senior Engineer to Principal Engineer at Amazon is significantly challenging due to exceptionally high standards.

• How AI is changing software engineering at Shopify with Farhan Thawar

  Jul 2, 2025

  Engaging with AI tools early gives companies a competitive edge in technology adoption.

• The present, past and future of GitHub

  Jun 18, 2025

  GitHub has transformed from a simple platform into a diverse technological powerhouse focused on enhancing developer workflows.

• TDD, AI agents and coding with Kent Beck

  Jun 11, 2025

  AI coding tools, referred to as 'unpredictable genies' by Kent Beck, can significantly enhance productivity and the programming experience.

• 50 Years of Microsoft and Developer Tools with Scott Guthrie

  Jun 4, 2025

  Microsoft’s 2014 decisions to open source .NET, introduce a Community Edition of Visual Studio, and develop VS Code transformed its developer engagement.

• From Software Engineer to AI Engineer – with Janvi Kalra

  May 28, 2025

  Proactively seek opportunities and prepare for internships through mentorship, networking, and comprehensive preparation.

• How Kubernetes is Built with Kat Cosgrove

  May 14, 2025

  Kubernetes is an essential tool for managing and scaling containerized applications, automating complex tasks, and maintaining performance.

• Building Windsurf with Varun Mohan

  May 7, 2025

  Windsurf aims to redefine the software development landscape by focusing on optimizing LLMs specifically for coding tasks, emphasizing features like latency and collaborative efficiencies.

• How to work better with Product, as an Engineer with Ebi Atawodi

  Apr 30, 2025

  Establish trust within your team before attempting to implement changes.

• Building Reddit’s iOS and Android app

  Apr 23, 2025

  Reddit's mobile codebase contains approximately 2.5 million lines of code, showcasing the complexity and scale of the apps.

• Working at Amazon as a software engineer – with Dave Anderson

  Apr 16, 2025

  Amazon's engineering culture emphasizes ownership, excellence, and the responsibility of developers to manage their code in production.

• The Philosophy of Software Design – with John Ousterhout

  Apr 9, 2025

  AI tools are enhancing low-level code generation but are not likely to replace high-level software design tasks.

• Stacked diffs and tooling at Meta with Tomas Reimers

  Apr 2, 2025

  Meta's internal tooling is highly integrated, providing a seamless developer experience that enhances productivity.