Greg L. Turnquist
Pro Coder Show
Actionable advice to accelerate your career! If you want to learn even more about the overall life of being a software developer, then join at https://procoder.io/join and get a FREE e-book!
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Greg L. Turnquist
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Apr 20, 2026
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EP 64: Do you really NEED software engineering anymore? // DevNexus 2026 20.04.2026 18:25
The word on the street amidst vibe coding and agents building whole systems and shutting down SaaS products is that software engineering as a profession is dead. Or at least, something you don't need bone up and study for 4 years anymore. But is that really true? On this episode of the Pro Coder Show, I sat down with Java Champion and Spring Advocate @DanVega and we were able to talk about what so...
EP 63: AI is EVERYWHERE! // DevNexus 2026 13.04.2026 31:22
Once upon a time, the buzz at SpringOne in 2014 was the debut of Spring Boot. This year, the topic in every convo I had at DevNexus was ...drumroll... AI! In this episode of the Pro Coder Show, I sat down with former teammate and coding buddy Glen Renfro and discussed how AI has become an integral component of our coding lives. ==== Don't forget to grab your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today a...
EP 62: Navigating Stock Options 19.02.2026 27:55
Have you been offered a stock option while securing a position with a shop? Confusing as all get out? In this episode of the Pro Coder Show, we're going to demystify what all this means, learn how you can negotiate for more, and even take it with you when your options contract says you have to leave it behind should you jump ship! ==== Don't forget to grab your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders toda...
EP 61: How do I get paid again?!? 12.02.2026 26:34
To be a pro coder means you are a PROFESSIONAL . You are being paid to write top notch apps and develop code. Would it surprise you that there are ALL KINDS of ways to get paid? In this episode of The Pro Coder Show find out all the different ways you can get paid… and how SOME are better than OTHERS . Don't forget to grab your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today: https://www.procoder.io/12-rule...
EP 60: Building a website with data...but no database! 05.02.2026 49:29
Your app needs data. Almost all of them do (gateways aside). So you need a database, right? Wrong. In this episode of The Pro Coder Show , learn how to sidestep a traditional relational database—and potentially make your site dramatically faster. ==== Get your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders : https://www.procoder.io/12-rules/offer?sourceId=HNNHw9HrI74 ==== Join the channel for perks: https://www....
EP 59: Just accept the job offer, right? Right?!? 29.01.2026 1:32:59
You’ve got an offer letter in your hands. Now comes the tricky part: negotiation . Some say this is your moment to level up. Others warn: “Careful — they could rescind the offer. Don’t do it.” So which is it? In this episode of The Pro Coder Show , we break down what’s really going on so you can make the best decision for your career. ==== Grab your copy of 12 Rules for Pro Coders https://www.proc...
EP 58: Build your OWN website...with Astro! 22.01.2026 55:12
Ever wanted to build your own website — with nothing between you and your audience? In this episode, we cover how to sidestep a lot of unnecessary complexity and get off the ground fast . 📘 Book Recommendation Grab your copy of 12 Rules for Pro Coders : https://www.procoder.io/12-rules/offer?sourceId=mnvWSDnxbhQ 👀 Also Check Out How do I interview for a job? https://youtu.be/oN_B22doViY 📚 Resou...
EP 57: I'm leaving social media 13.08.2025 15:54
I'm leaving social media. For good. Maybe you should too. Find out why, and how we can still stay in touch... and why the Pro Coder's Report is BACK! Don't forget to grab your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today at https://12rules.io ! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/@ProCoderIO/join ALSO SEE: 👀 ✅ HOW do I interview for a job? https://youtu.be/oN_B22doViY RESO...
EP 56: Disney Ditches Slack 27.09.2024 21:26
Disney has announced they are no longer using Slack! What happened? Why did it happen? But more importantly, are there habits YOU are doing as a pro coder that is putting your company at risk as well? ==== 12 Rules for Pro Coders is OUT! Grab it now while it's hot! https://12rules.io! ==== Do YOU uphold the Pro Coder motto, BE PROFESSIONAL? https://store.procoder.io DISCLOSURE: All opinions stated...
EP 55: Elon's xAI is the latest tech giant coming to Tennessee! 10.06.2024 20:55
Elon Musk has announced plans to build his "gigafactory" in Memphis, TN, the site for the supercomputer planned to undergird xAI. As Yet Another Big Tech firm expands into Tennessee, what does that mean for pro coders? Find out on today's episode of the Pro Coder Show! ==== 12 Rules for Pro Coders is OUT! Grab it now while it's hot! https://12rules.io! ==== Do YOU uphold the Pro Coder motto, BE PR...
EP 54: 7 Tips on Giving A Customer Presentation 03.06.2024 27:34
You're manager has tapped you to give a customer presention. Gulp. With sweats and shaking you nod your head yes. Learn these seven tips on how to give a customer presentation and make them NOT so scary! ==== 12 Rules for Pro Coders is OUT! Grab it now while it's hot! https://12rules.io! ==== Do YOU uphold the Pro Coder motto, BE PROFESSIONAL? https://store.procoder.io DISCLOSURE: All opinions sta...
EP 53: So you want to work on open source? 20.05.2024 19:22
So you want to be a pro coder and work with open source. What does that even mean? Do you know how open source coders even earn a living? And what does open source really mean, anyway? ==== 12 Rules for Pro Coders is OUT! Grab it now while it's hot! https://12rules.io! ==== ALSO SEE: 👀 ✅ More actionable advice to advance your career: https://youtu.be/wh9d8du_fW0 ✅ Working with what you've got!...
EP 52: What's stopping you from coding like this? 06.05.2024 35:23
Being a pro coder, have you considered WHERE you want to work? Have you heard of working REMOTELY? On this special episode of the #ProCoderShow, broadcast from Walt Disney World, find out the pros and cons of working remotely, how to find out if remote positions are available, and whether working remotely is for you. ==== 12 Rules for Pro Coders is OUT! Grab it now while it's hot! https://12rules....
EP 51: Google lays off Python team! What does it mean? 29.04.2024 55:59
Google has laid off their ENTIRE Python team! Why? Does this impact me? More importantly, are you SAFE as a pro coder? And what can you do to better protect yourself in the future? Find out on this episode of the #ProCoderShow! ==== 12 Rules for Pro Coders is OUT! Grab it now while it's hot! https://12rules.io! ==== Do YOU uphold the Pro Coder motto, BE PROFESSIONAL? https://store.procoder.io DISC...
EP 50: What do you want to be when you grow up? 15.04.2024 55:58
So you want to be a pro coder. But what does that mean? Are you going to write e-commerce sites in JavaScript? Maybe build cool iOS apps? Do you even have a clue? Find out what people are doing today...and some of the nitty gritty of being a pro coder. And maybe just maybe, you can unlock what it is that YOU want to do that will make you the most money as pro! ==== 12 Rules for Pro Coders is ABOUT...
EP 49: Why YOU should be using continuous integration! 08.04.2024 54:20
Ever heard of continuous integration? It's the thing we must ALL be doing, right? Because someone told you so? Or...why? Find out what CI is really for, how it reduces risk, and what YOU should be looking for when it comes to making continuous integration serve you...and not the other way around! ==== 12 Rules for Pro Coders is ABOUT to be released, and the price will go UP! Grab it now while it's...
EP 48: Everything you need to know about STOCK OPTIONS as a PRO CODER 01.04.2024 49:52
Someone offering you a chunk of equity for a new position? What does that mean? Do you have to accept a pay cut to get that? What about RSUs? ISOs? Strike prices? Enough already, just give it to me! Is this a good deal or not? WARNING: This episode is for educational advice only. Before making any financial choice, consult your accountant, tax attorney, and/or financial advisor. ==== Don't forget...
EP 47: If you're a pro coder you're going to need... 25.03.2024 54:31
If you're a pro coder, you sure ain't doing it with your bare hands! Instead, you have loads of tools that you reach for. Some, every day. Some, once in a blue moon. But which ones are VITAL to your success as a proc? ==== Don't forget to pre-order your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today at https://12rules.io! ==== I ❤️: * Favorite IDE: https://www.procoder.io/intellij-idea * Favorite text edit...
EP 46: Is Java okay? 18.03.2024 45:25
You want to use Java, but someone said it's junk. You want to use JavaScript, but someone said don't waste your time! What CAN you use? What's the #1 language you SHOULD be using if you want to become a pro coder? ==== Don't forget to pre-order your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today at https://12rules.io! ==== Do YOU uphold the Pro Coder motto, BE PROFESSIONAL? https://store.procoder.io DISCLO...
EP 45: HOW do I get PROMOTED? 11.03.2024 46:53
Every wonder how to get promoted...or to secure a merit increase? Find out what your manager is up to every year...and why it may be costing you just what you need. ==== Don't forget to pre-order your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today at https://12rules.io! ==== Do YOU uphold the Pro Coder motto, BE PROFESSIONAL? https://store.procoder.io DISCLOSURE: All opinions stated here are mine and do no...
EP 44: Ever been WRONG before? 06.03.2024 53:22
Ever been WRONG before? Ever read code from a teammate that was wrong? Ever made a big MISTAKE? In this episode of the Pro Coder Show, learn how to give and receive feedback on code reviews and other places. ==== Don't forget to pre-order your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today at https://12rules.io! ==== Do YOU uphold the Pro Coder motto, BE PROFESSIONAL? https://store.procoder.io DISCLOSURE:...
EP 43: Goodbye Spring... 26.02.2024 55:04
...hello Cockroach Labs! What happened? Why are you no longer on the Spring team? And what is CockroachDB? What's happening over there? Here's your chance to ask me anything...and to get the long and short of what is happening on this channel. ==== Don't forget to pre-order your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today at https://12rules.io! ==== Do YOU uphold the Pro Coder motto, BE PROFESSIONAL? ht...
EP 42: Is code testing THAT important?? 20.02.2024 1:08:38
Unit testing, integration testing, black box testing, white box testing, fuzz testing, smoke testing...what does it all mean?!? Is it really The Thing To Do to FIRST write a test case and THEN write the code that solves that test case? What REALLY matters when it comes to testing your code? Find out on this episode of the #ProCoderShow ==== Don't forget to pre-order your copy of 12 Rules For Pro C...
EP 41: What you should NEVER do! 06.02.2024 56:33
Why is your COMMIT MESSAGE so important? What do you ALWAYS need to include? And what should you NEVER put in a commit message? Also, you'll get to meet fellow pro coder and YouTuber content creator @talesfromthejarside ! ==== Don't forget to pre-order your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today at https://12rules.io! ==== DISCLOSURE: All opinions stated here are mine and do not necessarily refle...
EP 40: What is a PRO CODER's most IMPORTANT TOOL? 29.01.2024 1:06:31
As a pro coder, we use LOTS of tools. But which one is absolutely critical? Which one is vital to a strong and successful career? Which one should you invest time and energy in to make sure it's working? ==== Don't forget to pre-order your copy of 12 Rules For Pro Coders today at https://12rules.io! ==== DISCLOSURE: All opinions stated here are mine and do not necessarily reflect those of any team...
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