Beyond Code: Expectations and Skills Needed at a Startup
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Covers what skills and expectations developers need to thrive in startup environments, focusing on autonomy, freedom, and daily problem-solving rather than ready-made formulas. Discusses product-management and communication abilities relevant for standing out and growing in B2B product roles, drawing on experience from Hotmart and prior startup work.
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chapters (16)
- 0:00Introduction
- 1:57What is a startup today?
- 2:40Startup definitions
- 5:08Reinventing organizations
- 10:55Origin of soft skills
- 13:37Career plan
- 14:15Dimensions of soft skills
- 14:54Execution guide
- 15:44Hard skills and soft skills
- 17:16Myths about software
- 18:58Myth of the technical career
- 20:07What makes me feel fulfilled?
- 20:53Harry Potter was born with the mark on his forehead
- 23:39Invitation to soft skills
- 24:01Practical examples
- 26:33Learn about the business
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