In this episode of Voices of the Code, hosts Karl Murray and Steven Fox welcome Bogdan Kharchenko, who shares his journey into coding, his experiences with Laravel, and insights into the development community. They discuss the importance of not over-engineering applications, the benefits of using Laravel's ORM, and the value of community engagement through meetups. Bogdan also shares his personal interests, including motorcycle racing and mountain biking, highlighting the balance between work and life. The conversation emphasizes the significance of developer experience and practical advice for new Laravel developers.UpstatePHP: https://upstatephp.com/Over Engineered Podcast: https://overengineered.fm/TakeawaysBogdan's journey into coding began with a computer gifted by his parents.Laravel's documentation was a key factor in Bogdan's choice to use it.The importance of community engagement through meetups is highlighted.Over-engineering applications can hinder progress; focus on delivering value.Mastering Laravel's ORM can significantly enhance development efficiency.Pair programming fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among developers.Legacy code migration requires careful planning to avoid disruptions.Developer experience is crucial for productivity and satisfaction.Balancing work with personal interests leads to a fulfilling life.The Laravel community remains strong and supportive. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context02:44 Bogdan's Coding Journey05:30 Transition to Laravel08:40 Working with Laravel and Developer Experience11:20 Current Work at InterNACHI17:21 Migrating Legacy Code to Laravel20:12 Handling Web Traffic and Legacy Systems24:02 Tools and Developer Environment26:11 Remote Collaboration Tools and Pair Programming28:23 The Importance of Meetups in a Remote World32:43 Key Takeaways from Laracon36:29 Valuable Tips for New Laravel Developers42:44 Balancing Coding with Extreme Sports46:23 The World of Custom Keyboards49:50 The Impact of Thumb Clusters50:56 Custom Key Commands and Efficiency52:05 Programming Keyboards for Personal Use52:26 The Gateway to Advanced Keyboards53:16 Meetup Insights and Community Engagement54:18 Sign Off and Future Guests

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