Developer Purpose

Build momentum with these small projects that you can finish in an afternoon. Start, implement, and finish. Working through projects quickly will dramatically improve your self-esteem and skills.

00:00 Why quick wins are so important
00:35 Not for beginners
01:14 Connect Four
02:07 Build an API for public information
02:50 Deploy a dice roll Lambda
04:03 Create a simple mobile app
04:57 Real-time transit data feed
05:45 Build a live chat with websockets
06:40 Pull your financial data using Plaid
07:42 JSON load/dump in a low-level language
08:43 Visualize & analyze large data sets
09:36 Manipulate audio files
10:31 Do these projects quickly

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What is Developer Purpose?

I help software developers build meaningful careers with purpose.

Unlike others - who recommend chasing big salaries, jobs at elite companies (FAANG), or grinding interview prep - I mentor developers toward fulfilling, balanced software careers.

My goal is to help you work on software that makes the world a better place.