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Best The Pragmatic Engineer Episodes

ByGergely Orosz
30 episodes

Software engineering at Big Tech and startups, from the inside. Deepdives with experienced engineers and tech professionals who share their hard-earned lessons, interesting stories and advice they have on building software. After each episode, you’ll walk away with pragmatic approaches you can use to build stuff – whether you are a software engineer, or a manager of engineers.

#1

50 Years of Microsoft and Developer Tools with Scott Guthrie

Dive into the evolution of Microsoft and its developer tools with Scott Guthrie, a veteran with nearly three decades at the company. This episode provides unique insights into the tech giant's transformations and is a must-listen for anyone interested in the history of software development.

2025-06-04•1h 4m
#2

From Software Engineer to AI Engineer – with Janvi Kalra

Join Janvi Kalra as she shares her inspiring journey from software engineering to thriving in the AI field. This episode is perfect for new listeners looking to understand the skills and mindset required to transition into cutting-edge technology roles.

2025-05-28•1h 9m
#3

How Kubernetes is Built with Kat Cosgrove

Explore the intricacies of Kubernetes, one of the most significant open-source projects today, with Kat Cosgrove. This episode is essential for those interested in cloud computing and the engineering processes behind massive tech projects.

2025-05-14•1h 8m

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#4

Working at Amazon as a software engineer – with Dave Anderson

Get a candid look at Amazon's engineering culture from Dave Anderson, who spent over 12 years at the company. This episode is engaging for anyone curious about the inner workings of one of the world's largest tech companies.

2025-04-16•1h 27m
#5

How Linux is built with Greg Kroah-Hartman

Delve into the development of Linux, the operating system that powers a significant portion of the world's servers, with expert Greg Kroah-Hartman. This episode is fascinating for both tech enthusiasts and anyone interested in open-source software.

2025-03-19•1h 21m
#6

Developer productivity with Dr. Nicole Forsgren (the creator of DORA)

Join Dr. Nicole Forsgren, a leading expert in developer productivity, as she shares insights from her research and the DORA metrics. This episode will resonate with software engineers and managers alike, offering valuable strategies to improve team performance.

2025-02-19•1h 22m
#7

The Philosophy of Software Design – with John Ousterhout

In this thought-provoking episode, Stanford professor John Ousterhout discusses the timeless principles of software design amidst the rise of AI tools. New listeners will appreciate the deep dive into how design remains crucial in engineering.

2025-04-09•1h 21m
#8

Building Figma Slides with Noah Finer and Jonathan Kaufman

Discover the journey of transforming a hackathon project into a successful product with the creators of Figma Slides. This episode is engaging for those interested in product development and the startup mindset.

2025-03-26•58m
#9

Building Windsurf with Varun Mohan

Explore the intersection of AI and software development with Varun Mohan, who discusses the challenges of creating an AI-native IDE. This episode appeals to listeners curious about the future of coding and AI integration.

2025-05-07•1h 27m
#10

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

Learn how to foster collaboration between engineering and product teams with insights from Ebi Atawodi, a seasoned product leader. This episode is perfect for engineers looking to improve their teamwork skills and understanding of product management.

2025-04-30•1h 15m