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Artwork for Develpreneur: Become a Better Developer and Entrepreneur

Develpreneur: Become a Better Developer and Entrepreneur

Rob Broadhead
Software Development
Artificial Intelligence
Productivity
Automation
Entrepreneurship
Pomodoro Technique
Quality Assurance
Agile
Time Management
User Stories
Business Growth
Agile Methodology
Technology
Project Management
Coding Standards
Work-Life Balance
Scope Creep
Agile Development
Task Management
Requirements Gathering

This podcast is for aspiring entrepreneurs and technologists as well as those that want to become a designer and implementors of great software solutions. That includes solving problems through technology. We look at the whole skill set that makes a great developer. This includes tech skills, business and entrepreneurial skills, and life-hacking, so you have the time to get the job done while stil... more

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Artwork for Develpreneur: Become a Better Developer and Entrepreneur

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As AI becomes embedded in software development workflows, many leaders assume the biggest changes will happen in coding. The reality may be very different. The future belongs to AI Team Systems—the structures, feedback loops, and operational practice... more

The conversation around AI often focuses on speed, automation, and productivity. Yet one of the most important lessons emerging from modern software development is that Hero Culture Risks become more visible as technology removes traditional bottlene... more

The conversation around artificial intelligence often creates the impression that software development has already been transformed beyond recognition. Social media feeds are filled with stories about AI agents replacing teams, generating application... more

The journey of Developer Confidence Growth rarely follows a straight line. Most developers begin their careers believing technical knowledge alone determines success. Then reality arrives. A challenging project, a difficult mentor, an unfamiliar tech... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Milash
Co-founder of Building Better Developers; founder of Envision QA
Building Better Developers; Envision QA
Episode: AI Deployment Ownership: Why Infrastructure Skills Matter More Than Ever
Jason Sherman
Founder of Vengo AI, Apex modules, Spinner, Axopods
Vengo AI
Episode: AI Deployment Ownership: Why Infrastructure Skills Matter More Than Ever
Daria Rudnik
Author of Clicking; expert on teamwork, leadership, and AI in organizations
Author of Clicking; speaker on AI and teamwork
Episode: Human Agency Scale: A Practical Framework for AI Decision Making
Matt Levenhagen
Founder of Unified Web Design, AI practitioner building custom systems
Unified Web Design
Episode: AI Workflow Architecture: Building Smarter Systems Instead of Bigger Tech Stacks
Alex Polyakov
Founder of Project Simple AI; co-founder of Develpreneur
Project Simple AI / Develpreneur
Episode: Time Left Estimation: The Execution Model Modern Teams Need
Thanos Diacakis
Software Engineer by training with ~30 years experience; helps teams go faster with better quality
Episode: Software Communication Gaps: The Hidden Foundation Problem Slowing Your Team
James Maisiri
Doctor and AI/data expert featured on the episode
Unknown from transcript
Episode: AI Data Sovereignty: Why Owning Data Means Owning the Future
Dr. James Maisiri
Researcher focusing on AI, integer things, and robotics affecting labor markets in Africa
Zimbabwean-based researcher; Southern Africa focus
Episode: AI Infrastructure Gap: Why AI Progress Starts With What You Can't See
Michael Molles
Co-founder of Develpreneur and Envision Q8; founder of SMT method
Develpreneur / Envision Q8
Episode: Growth Ceiling Systems: Why You're Not Actually Stuck

Host

Michael Milash
Co-founder of Develpreneur / Building Better Developers; brings practical coaching and QA perspectives

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Such a great conversation!

    Rob was a gracious host and I appreciated the change to discuss one of my favorite topics - Self Care - and how it can help make us better business owners. Easy conversation flowed very nicely!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SLChapman
    United States2 years ago
  • More than I was looking for

    I originally was looking for a podcast to help me be a better developer as I'm new to the field. This podcast is so much more and has expanded how I think about entrepreneurship as wel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    We all love sudoku
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show!

    develpreneur masterfully intersects the realms of software development and entrepreneurship. With its deep dives into both tech nuances and business strategies, listeners get a holistic view ofguest selections, and a balance of topics make it a standout in the crowded tech podcast space. Highly recommended for both developers and tech entrepreneurs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cesarfelip3
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent knowledgeable host

    Easy informative conversation. Strongly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    An-on-y-mouse
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Good use of my time!

    Relevant topics for todays tech entrepreneur. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DonInSF
    United States3 years ago

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Guests are consistently insightful, offering practical guidance and actionable frameworks.
The show blends tech depth with entrepreneurship, appealing to developers and founders alike.
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Facilitative Leadership: Why Modern Teams Need Guides Instead of Heroes
Q: How can teams begin to shift from hero-led solutions to collaborative processes?
Start with team coaching sessions to establish norms, appoint an observer to enforce rules like everyone speaks, and gradually move decision-making to the team so they own outcomes and reduce bottlenecks.
Facilitative Leadership: Why Modern Teams Need Guides Instead of Heroes
Q: What early signs indicate a leader is acting like a hero rather than a facilitator?
Early signs include frequent one-to-one bottlenecks, overprotectiveness of the team, and decisions made without empowering others or sharing ownership, which signals a shift from enabling to shouldering too much themselves.
AI Deployment Ownership: Why Infrastructure Skills Matter More Than Ever
Q: How do you see the monetization of AI evolving and impacting pricing for tokens and services?
Pricing will likely rise to reflect data center energy costs and operational expenses, but there will be pressure to balance affordability with sustainable margins; alternative models like affiliate or performance-based approaches may emerge to align incentives.
AI Deployment Ownership: Why Infrastructure Skills Matter More Than Ever
Q: What should developers focus on beyond knowing a programming language when AI tools are maturing so rapidly?
Developers should emphasize deployability, infrastructure ownership, secure and well-documented APIs, and end-to-end pipelines, so they can ship production-ready systems rather than just demonstrations.
AI Reality Gap: The Difference Between AI Demos and Production Systems
Q: How do you see monetization evolving as AI accelerates development?
Monetization is moving from one-off SaaS sales to long-term, contract-based engagements where we optimize a client's specific inefficiencies through integrations and AI implementations, often with multi-year relationships rather than many small customers.

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The show frequently explores practical approaches to building software teams and businesses, with a strong emphasis on AI-enabled development, lean processes, and mindset shifts for growth. Episodes often feature practitioners who blend engineering with entrepreneurship, offering actionable frameworks (like SMT coaching, time-left estimation, and governance for AI) and real-world case studies. Listeners can expect deep dives into product delivery, organizational transformation, and how to navigate the intersections of technology, leadership, and business strategy. A standout aspect is the mix of engineering rigor with founder-centric coaching, plus accessible advice for both individual contributors and leaders aiming to scale with responsib... more

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