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Software Development
Agile Methodologies
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Software Engineering
Artificial Intelligence
Learning Russian Verbs
Elixir
Requirements Maturation Flow
Biztech Evolution
Machine Learning
Cybersecurity
Python Programming
Digital Transformation
The Software Developer's Handbook
Cros
Product Development
Value
Russian Language
Imposter Syndrome
Tesla

In Leanpub's Frontmatter podcast, we interview authors and special guests about their lives & careers, their areas of expertise and the issues of the moment, and their experiences as writers. Every episode is deeply researched and covers areas that are equally of human interest, general interest, and professional interest.

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In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Sal Kimmich offers a deep technical look at the evolving security landscape across hardware, software, and open-source ecosystems. They discuss how modern attack surfaces emerge from increasingly interconnected... more

In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp interviews software engineer and consultant Matthew Hawthorne, author of Push to Prod or Die Trying. They discuss Matthew’s journey through high-scale systems, life inside big tech, a... more

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In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Len Epp interviews César Antonio López Segura, author of Neural Networks and Adaptive Control: An Online Machine Learning Perspective. They discuss his deep technical background in control theory, his passion f... more

In this Leanpub Podcast episode, host Len Epp interviews Rich Allen, author of User Needs Mapping: Aligning Teams Around What Matters and an independent consultant specialising in socio-technical architecture and team design. With over two decades of... more

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Sal Kimmich
A privacy and security subject matter expert and author of Code, Chips and Control
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Episode: Sal Kimmich, Author of Code, Chips and Control: The Security Posture of Digital Isolation
Matt Hawthorne
Independent software engineer, consultant, and author of 'Push to Prod or Die Trying'
Episode: Matthew Hawthorne, Author of Push to Prod or Die Trying
César Antonio López Segura
Author and engineer specialized in control systems and machine learning
Neural Networks and Adaptive Control
Episode: César Antonio López Segura, Author of Neural Networks and Adaptive Control
Rich Allen
Independent consultant and sociotechnical architect, founder of Conjurer Solutions, and author
Conjurer Solutions
Episode: Rich Allen, Author of User Needs Mapping: Aligning Teams Around What Matters
Edward Abramowich
Best-selling author and consultant, expert in capital project delivery
Straits Consulting
Episode: Edward Abramowich, Author of Rethinking Capital Project Delivery
Max Guernsey III
Co-founder of Protocore and co-author of the book Ready!
Protocore
Episode: Max Guernsey, III, Co-Author of Ready: Why Most Software Projects Fail and How to Fix It
Luniel de Beer
Software product and delivery systems architect with over 15 years of experience in software development
Product Core
Episode: Luniel de Beer, Co-Author of Ready: Why Most Software Projects Fail and How to Fix It
Romano Roth
Global Chief of Cybernetic Transformation at ZUKA and author of 'The Cybernetic Enterprise'
ZUKA
Episode: Romano Roth, Author of The Cybernetic Enterprise
Klaus Haller
Senior IT security architect with extensive experience in cloud platforms and author of The Definitive Guide to Cloud Security Architecture.
Episode: Klaus Haller, Author of The Definitive Guide to Cloud Security Architecture

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Len Epp
Host of the Leanpub Podcast; responsible for guiding interviews and drawing out guest insights.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Very calming. Focused. Not intense. Warm.

    The variety of guests is really cool. I think the premise is they can interview anyone who is published on leanpub. The host is calm and draws out the guests to really express themselves. I liked Marianne Bellotti, and Lee Baker. The best interview so far is the one with Stephen Godfrey. I could listen to that whole one again.

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    atom_box
    United States5 years ago
  • In depth conversations which often zig and zag

    I've been listening to this podcast since it started. Len Epp, the current host, asks questions beyond the typical. He asks almost every guest, "Would you get a degree if you knew then what you know now?" That question almost always prompts some deep answer, which I appreciate even if I don't agree. I like the unpredictable nature of the conversations and the various questions and answers.

    I like hearing about other people's writing process, and what they people want from their leanpub experien... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YetanotherJR
    United States6 years ago

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Dives into diverse topics and asks sometimes unexpected questions.
Listeners appreciate the depth and variety of guest backgrounds, from authors to engineers.
The format helps listeners learn about writing and engineering in practical, actionable ways.
The host is calm and draws out guests to express themselves clearly.

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Sal Kimmich, Author of Code, Chips and Control: The Security Posture of Digital Isolation
Q: What was your writing process like?
I did deep research, wrote a rough preliminary draft, then took a month away from it before revising and aiming to write 3,000 words a day.
Sal Kimmich, Author of Code, Chips and Control: The Security Posture of Digital Isolation
Q: How did you come up with the concept for your book?
The need to understand and build secure systems and the inspiration from historical hacking incidents guided my writing process.
Sal Kimmich, Author of Code, Chips and Control: The Security Posture of Digital Isolation
Q: Can you talk a little bit about your background and how you found your way into a career in cybersecurity?
I originally enjoyed researching cockpit design for aircraft and shifted to medical sciences, then found my way into computer science and cybersecurity during my PhD.
Matthew Hawthorne, Author of Push to Prod or Die Trying
Q: What's it like day one at a big name company like that?
It varies by company, but typically, there's an orientation period before starting real work.
Matthew Hawthorne, Author of Push to Prod or Die Trying
Q: What would your advice be to someone experiencing imposter syndrome?
You're probably more qualified to do it than you think you are, and it helps to operate within an environment where others believe in you.

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What is Frontmatter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features in-depth conversations with authors and tech practitioners, spanning cybersecurity, software engineering, AI, product management, and organizational change. Episodes tend to center on practical experiences, written works, and the real-world application of complex concepts, often weaving personal origin stories with insights into industry trends and writing processes. A standout pattern is the host's calm, probing style that encourages guests to unpack challenging ideas, from secure hardware and cloud security to project delivery, RMF frameworks, and agile transformations. The show is especially valuable for listeners who want authorship-driven perspectives on technology, leadership, and how to translate technical knowledg... more

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5. Edward Abramowich
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