More FreeCodeCamp Podcast episodes
Published 29 Jan 2026
Duration: 01:19:12
Recent educational resources are discussed, including new courses on AI-related topics, as well as the evolving role of software engineers and challenges in rapid development.
Today Quincy Larson interviews Tapas Adhikari. He's a software engineer who runs a firm of 20 developers who build projects for companies around the w...
The podcast covers new educational resources from Free Code Camp, including courses on Python data structures, retrieval augmented generation (RAG), a JavaScript execution context handbook, and a game development tutorial in Unreal Engine 5. These materials aim to support learners in mastering both traditional programming concepts and emerging technologies. The discussion also addresses the changing landscape of software engineering, with a focus on role convergence, the impact of AI and large language models (LLMs) on faster development cycles, and evolving client demands for speed and efficiency.
The conversation highlights challenges in maintaining quality while accelerating development, the need for a strong foundation to effectively use AI tools, and the value of mentorship and community involvement in professional growth. Additionally, the interview delves into the speakers personal experiences in Indias tech industry and the establishment of their company, Creovice, underscoring the significance of personal and professional networks, community-driven learning, and open source contributions in skill development and career progression.
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20 Mar 2026 The world still needs people who care - CodePen founder Chris Coyier interview
Technical education resources on CI/CD, LLM fine-tuning, and Flutter, alongside enduring front-end skills in AI-driven tech, web advancements, career challenges, AI limitations, CodePen's evolution, creator economy shifts, and the balance between innovation and foundational knowledge.
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