Brian Holt: Dev at Reddit, Netflix, Microsoft to Product Manager | Frontend Masters Podcast Ep.1
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In this first episode of the podcast, we dive deep into the life and career of Brian Holt, a front-end engineering veteran and educator. We discuss everything from classroom antics and tattoos inspired by Baroque art, to early experiences with computing shaped by family influences. The conversation also delves into Brian launching React code at Reddit, shedding light on the complexities of career growth, work-life balance, and the ethical dilemma of "burnout culture" in tech. Whether you're interested in JavaScript frameworks, DevOps, or the human stories behind tech professionals, this episode offers a well-rounded exploration valuable to anyone in the field. 👨🏫 Brian Holt's Frontend Masters courses: https://frontendmasters.com/teachers/brian-holt/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=home_link&utm_campaign=podcastepisode1 🎙️ The Frontend Masters Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6El1Q4QV8OTAJVY2DWKMbo Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-frontend-masters-podcast/id1710458565 💻 About Frontend Masters Advance your skills with in-depth, modern front-end engineering courses — our 200+ high-quality courses and 18 curated learning paths will guide you from mid-level to senior developer! https://frontendmasters.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=home_link&utm_campaign=podcastepisode1 👋 Frontend Masters Socials Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/FrontendMasters LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/frontend-masters/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FrontendMasters Instagram: https://instagram.com/FrontendMasters TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@frontendmasters/
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