How to be a Good Software Engineer with Kelsey Hightower

How to be a good software engineer? Check out this talk I had with Kelsey Hightower where we discussed some great insights about work, life, career, etc. We also touched upon topics such as imposter syndrome, leadership, management, asking good questions and more. ➡️ Resources: Lens: https://k8slens.dev/?utm_source=Cloud... Monokle: https://github.com/kubeshop/monokle?u... Datree: https://datree.io/?utm_source=youtube... Teleport: http://goteleport.com/kunal ➡️ Connect with me: http://kunalkushwaha.com ========================================= Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:54 What defines a good software engineer 2:46 Right approach to learn 5:39 How to apply your knowledge 10:25 How to stay updated with tech 12:26 What if one isn’t aware of their interests 14:15 Skills to be good at 18:14 How to scope tasks and manage time 22:31 How to execute a plan 24:48 How to set expectations 29:32 How to deal with imposter syndrome 32:15 How to write good emails 34:45 Direction of communication 37:23 How to ask meaningful questions 39:26 How to run a good meeting 41:49 Giving and receiving feedback 45:36 How to show leadership capabilities 48:17 Current trends in tech 50:32 How to assess yourself 53:02 An advice for 20 year old self 54:43 What is minimalism 57:00 Kelsey’s favourite books 58:40 Closing remarks 59:05 Outro #career #leadership #podcast