Welcome to the first episode of our podcast series "Valley in the Making" - a series where we bring you real-life experiences, stories, and insights from inspiring tech minds. Discover what shaped them into the trailblazers they are today.
In this episode, we feature Raghav, a seasoned Full-Stack Developer with over 9 years of experience in the tech industry. Raghav’s journey is nothing short of fascinating:
- He started his career at Zoho, a company many dream of joining.
- He made a bold move to leave Zoho to work at a lesser-known startup. Why would anyone take such a step?
- Later, he transitioned to Vimeo, a renowned product-based company, where he continues to thrive.
Through this episode, Raghav shares:
- His unique career decisions and what motivated him to take unconventional paths.
- An in-depth look at the evolution of Full-Stack Web Development over the last decade.
- A thoughtful discussion on AI's impact on Full-Stack Development - is AI a threat or an enabler for developers?
Timestamps:
0:00 - Trailer: A glimpse into Raghav’s journey!
2:36 - Meet Raghav: A Full-Stack Developer with 10 years of experience.
4:23 - A Day in the Life: What does an experienced developer’s day look like?
6:07 - Product-Based vs. Service-Based Companies
9:39 - Raghav’s Early Years: From childhood to college.
15:06 - The College Hustle: Paper presentation tips from Raghav.
20:44 - Placement Journey: How Raghav landed a job at Zoho.
35:06 - 5 Years at Zoho: Life at a top tech company.
42:33 - The Power of Learning: The habit that helped Raghav grow.
45:12 - Dream Companies vs. Startups: Zoho vs. startup culture.
52:10 - The Switching Dilemma: Why and when to switch companies.
56:37 - Understanding Investors: Who they are and how to analyze them.
1:04:04 - Switching to Vimeo: Motivated by work-life balance.
1:14:01 - Work-Life Balance for Freshers: Tips for managing priorities.
1:16:25 - The Pressure of Packages: Peer pressure and salary comparisons.
1:21:17 - What is a Full-Stack Developer?: Defining the role.
1:22:39 - Full-Stack Then vs. Now: How the role has changed.
1:27:08 - AI’s Impact: How AI is reshaping Full-Stack Development.
1:40:35 - Raghav’s Word of Advice for Aspiring Developers
This episode isn’t just about one person’s journey; it’s a guide for anyone who dreams of making it big in the tech industry. If you’ve ever wondered how ordinary individuals rise to extraordinary heights, this podcast is for you!
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