Develpreneur: Become a Better Developer and Entrepreneur

In this episode of Building Better Developers , hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche continue their conversation with Agustin Morrone , CEO and co-founder of Vintti , a company improving the remote hiring process for U.S. and Canadian businesses across Latin America. From his base in Barcelona, Agustin explains how Vintti combines AI, automation, and cultural alignment to build remote teams fas...

In this episode of Building Better Developers , hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche speak with Agustin Morrone , CEO and co-founder of Vintti . The company helps U.S. and Canadian businesses master remote hiring across Latin America. From Barcelona, Morrone shares how his bootstrapped startup is growing fast while staying true to its people-first culture. Vintti's mission is simple yet bold. T...

In this continuation of the Building Better Developers interview series, Kevin Adelsberger —owner of Adelsberger Marketing —returns to explore how businesses can refine their identity and message once the foundation is set. This episode focuses on branding and marketing fundamentals, uncovering what really drives connection, credibility, and growth. "Thinking about your brand and overall messaging...

In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche sit down with Kevin Adelsberger , owner of Adelsberger Marketing , to explore how small businesses can build success through branding basics. The discussion ties into the season's theme — Building Better Foundations — and shows how a thoughtful marketing strategy helps transform side hustles into thriving compan...

In this episode of  Building Better Developers , hosts  Rob Broadhead  and  Michael Meloche  continue their insightful conversation with  Adam Malone , exploring how trust and r eliability drive stronger teams and foster more robust customer relationships. We pick up with Adam, who opens by emphasizing that reliability begins with consistency. Teams should revisit their guiding principles every co...

In the first half of our conversation with Adam Malone , founder of The Tenacious Operator , we explore the Power of Trust — how it drives leadership, strengthens teams, and turns potential project failure into growth. From large-scale ERP rollouts to everyday collaboration, Adam shows that the Power of Trust is what truly separates good teams from great ones. Why the Power of Trust Matters Adam b...

Season 26 of the  Building Better Developers  podcast is all about Building Better Foundations. In Episode 2, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore today's most flexible coding options—no-code, low-code, and a rising trend called vibe coding.   Understanding Modern Coding Options Software creation no longer requires writing every line by hand. Today's coding options range from drag-and-d...

In launching Season 26 of  Building Better Developers , the hosts zero in on what truly sustains developer growth. Building Better Foundations becomes both the theme and the promise: this season will dig into the "why" behind tech trends, sharpen essential habits, and help you stand on solid ground in a shifting landscape.   Why Building Better Foundations Matters Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche...

Season 25 of Building Better Developers with AI wraps up with a conversation that is purely human. For over thirty episodes, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche used AI to revisit past seasons, uncover new talking points, and spark fresh discussions. For the finale they chose a different path, closing the season without digital assistance. This final episode is a straightforward, human-led reflectio...

In this episode of Building Better Developers , hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit their popular discussion " Your Developer Journey – How to Leave a Lasting Legacy. " They use AI-generated prompts only as conversation starters, then share their own insights on what a developer legacy truly means today. You'll hear practical advice on writing code that stands the test of time, sharing...

Turning a side hustle into a profitable business is exciting, but sloppy bookkeeping and unclear invoices can drain your energy—and your wallet. In this AI-enhanced revisit, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche share a practical playbook for mastering side hustle finances, from clean record-keeping to professional billing. Why Side Hustle Finances Matter from Day One A side hustle isn't "extra cash"—...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit an earlier conversation—this time through the lens of AI—to explore how constructive communication in software development creates healthier teams and better code. By analyzing their original " Advocating vs. Arguing " discussion, they uncover new ways to transform conflict into collaboration. "...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit their earlier discussion on " Estimation Essentials " and explore how AI helps sharpen project pricing. The theme is clear: estimation is less about numbers and more about setting expectations. Developers who learn to price with confidence gain credibility, avoid stress, and build long-term client rel...

As the Building Better Developers with AI season nears its close, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit a topic every team faces but few get right: code consistency. In this episode, they explore how shared conventions, smart tooling, and simple documentation transform messy projects into scalable, high-quality systems. The Hidden Cost of Inconsistency Picture opening a project where every fil...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit a classic topic: The Power of Clickable Demos in the Software Development Lifecycle . This time, they reframe it through the lens of demo-driven development, exploring how lightweight prototypes align teams, validate ideas, and reduce costly missteps. What is Demo-Driven Development? Demo-driven...

In this season of Building Better Developers with AI , hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit a past topic: ' Transform Your Projects: The Ultimate Guide to Effective User Stories .' This episode offers a fresh perspective on how teams can achieve greater success by writing better user stories. The hosts initially tackled this subject in an earlier season, but they return to it because th...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of their most memorable past discussions: " Unpacking 'Psychopaths' Scenarios and Tough Coding Challenges. " That earlier conversation explored the "opposite of the happy path"—those frustrating moments where unclear requirements, unrealistic expectations, or hidden bugs make coding feel nearly im...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit an earlier conversation: " Building a Strong Developer Toolkit – Enhancing Skills and Productivity. " This time, they explore how AI and modern practices shape the discussion. The takeaway: enhancing developer productivity isn't just about tools—it's about habits, problem-solving, and continuous growt...

The Building Better Developers with AI podcast continues its season of revisiting past episodes with fresh insights. In this discussion, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit the classic topic of breaking through career plateaus and reframe it through the lens of developer career growth. The original episode shared practical strategies for accelerating progress. This version adds AI-driven per...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit another one of their popular topics: developer performance. Originally explored in the episode " Supercharge Your Focus and Productivity – Expert Tips for Success, " the discussion now receives an AI-powered refresh, bringing new insights into how developers can enhance their output, sustain ene...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit their earlier discussion on  defining 'done' in Agile – how to stay on Track and Avoid Scope Creep . They explain why "done" must mean more than "I finished coding," and they show how a shared Definition of Done (DoD) keeps teams aligned and projects on schedule. What Does "Done" Really Mean? In Agile...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of the most persistent challenges in software projects: scope creep. Using AI prompts, we revisit a past episode on " Mastering Scope Creep: Navigating the Hidden Challenges in Software Development. " In that discussion, we explored what scope creep is, why it happens, and how to prevent it from s...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit the theme of using the pivot—the skill of embracing change in software development. Reframing a prior episode " Pivoting - How to Embrace Change and Fuel Your Professional Growth " using AI-generated prompts, the hosts explore how developers can navigate career shifts, respond to market signals,...

In this episode of Building Better Developers with AI , Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche delve into the often-overlooked yet crucial topic of customer success. Revisiting a previous episode, " Customer Success - Delivering value on a budget, " with AI's help, they reframe how developers and founders can deliver long-term value—even on a limited budget. "Customer success isn't optional—it's how yo...

In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of their most foundational topics: evolving from coder to developer. Explored initially in the " Skill Sets for Success " episode, this updated discussion is guided by fresh talking points generated via ChatGPT—though the core theme remains the same: how to grow from a task-focused coder into a...