Software Engineering Coaches, Events, and Resources

Hi, I'm Cannon! I’m a software engineer who loves helping people level up their engineering skills. Over the last five years I’ve worked on everything from backend systems and cloud infrastructure to DevOps pipelines and blockchain projects. Right now I’m at Leland building the very platform you're using with Java, React, GraphQL, and AWS. Before that I interned at Amazon on the Alexa team where I integrated AI and large language models into certification workflows. I’ve also helped launch an NFT marketplace, optimized deployments with Docker and Kubernetes, and even co-founded a startup through BYU’s Sandbox Program. I know what it’s like to ship code, scale systems, and juggle the messy parts of real-world engineering. Whether you’re growing your backend fundamentals, getting hands-on with cloud, or curious about blockchain, I’d love to help you level up.

I'm a Software Engineer with experience at AWS, Shopify, and Disney, where I've led high-impact projects and helped teams scale complex systems with confidence. I’ve coached engineers through everything from technical design and debugging tricky issues to leveling up their careers and navigating the path to Staff and beyond. Whether you're preparing for a big interview, looking to grow as a technical leader, or just want a second brain on your code or architecture, I bring a mix of empathy, clarity, and hands-on experience from both big tech and startup life. I'm also the host of the popular software engineering podcast Book Overflow! Every week we read and discuss a new software engineering book, and also interview the authors. We've interviewed many famous software engineering authors like Uncle Bob, Stephen Wolfram, and Gergely Orosz!

Software Engineer at Microsoft with a CS degree from Carnegie Mellon (#1 CS school in the US), where I specialized in Machine Learning and Security & Privacy. I've worked at Microsoft, Splunk (acquired by Cisco), and Stryker across tech stacks. Secured final rounds at Apple, NVIDIA, OpenAI, SIG. Got tech job offers in Big 4 consulting, financials, and numerous government defense contractors. Published as first-author at a top-tier ACM conference. As a Head Teaching Assistant for CMU's flagship computer security course, I've guided over 120 students to technical and academic success, and I've successfully coached 5 individuals to excel in their software engineering careers (including Ivy League students and graduate students) and make 6+ figures. I've reviewed hundreds of resumes and know the key to building your professional branding. Whether you're looking to break into the tech industry or advance your current skills, I'm here to help you navigate the path to success. Let's connect and create a tailored plan to achieve your goals!

I'm Ran, a seasoned Software Engineer at Google with over 6 years of experience leading cutting-edge projects in Gemini, Generative AI, Search, and Cloud AI. My expertise spans from developing scalable AI solutions to enhancing e-commerce user experiences and driving business revenues. I've successfully mentored numerous aspiring software engineers, helping them break into top tech companies. Let's connect and work together to achieve your career goals in software engineering!

Hi, I'm Lauren. I am a former senior software engineer at Google and current Stanford MBA. I'd love to help you grow your software engineering career! At Google I grew from a junior engineer to an engineering manager, touching a wide variety of systems. I led projects that spanned consumer and enterprise, scrappy prototyping to multi-year production scale projects, and from building the cloud to building on the cloud. At Waze, I led teams to launch innovative products like the Waze Parking and Gas Discount experiments, creating entirely new revenue streams that generated millions annually. I love coaching engineers through both technical and leadership growth, and have led several engineers on my team through successful promotions. I'd love to chat with you about how to grow your engineering career!

I have over 10 years of experience building and maintaining production-level systems. I worked in many industries, from fintech to cloud infrastructure.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a robust background in software engineering, I've had the privilege of working with top-tier companies like LinkedIn, Tesla, Meta, and Nasdaq, where I've honed my skills in front-end and back-end development, system architecture, and cross-platform applications. My experience includes optimizing systems for scalability and efficiency, such as enhancing platform scalability for up to 2 billion users at Meta and improving data retrieval efficiency by 20% at Tesla. Whether you're looking to break into the tech industry or advance your career, I'm here to guide you through the process. Let's connect and chart your path to success in software engineering!

Hello and welcome to my profile! I'm Chanel, a former Senior Software Engineer at Meta, where I consistently achieved top performance ratings and led impactful projects across Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger. With a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from Brown University, I have a strong foundation in both technical skills and community engagement. During my time at Meta, I spearheaded initiatives that improved app performance for billions of users and mentored junior engineers, helping them accelerate their onboarding and impact. I'm passionate about helping aspiring software engineers break into top tech companies by sharing insights from my own journey and providing guidance on technical interviews, system design, and career development. Let's connect and work together to achieve your career goals!

I work closely with software engineers to support them on their career journey. If you need a thorough resume review, guidance for behavioral interviews, referrals, or help in building both soft and hard skills, I'm here to assist. Whether you're just starting out, looking to transition to a new role, or aiming to level up in your current position, I'm dedicated to being your career companion!

Over the past 10 years I have written software at companies of varying sizes and stages of their maturity. During this time I have done more interviews than I can count and mentored some junior engineers as they rose up in their careers. My personal experience includes: - working at a startup that doubled in volume of traffic our services must serve - led a multi-team project to integrate machine learning into our internal systems to scale our operations - joined an early stage startup as we were iterating on the product and acquiring our first paying customers