Dev Questions with Tim Corey

Is software development still a good career to get into in 2025? Is AI going to replace developers? Should I find a different career rather than trying to be a developer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Now that I know what to avoid (the pitfalls from the last episode), are there some shortcuts to learning software development? How can I become a developer faster? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

I want to learn software development. What do I need to be careful of? What are some things to avoid when learning software development? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why is it that all legacy codebases seem to be written poorly? How do I avoid having my code devolve into a mess like seemingly every other code base? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Is vibe coding a good thing? Should I avoid vibe coding or should I embrace it? Is the code written by an AI or LLM good enough? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Open-source projects keep changing over to license models that require companies to pay. Mass Transit, MediatR, AutoMapper, Fluent Assertions, Avalonia, and more have all recently changed their terms. Protecting yourself and your project means having a monetization plan in place before you get to this point. We are going to discuss why in today's episode of Dev Questions.Open Source Maintenance Fee: https://robmensching.com/blog/posts/2025/02/26/introducing-the-open-source-maintenance-fee/Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Open-source projects keep changing over to license models that require companies to pay. Mass Transit, MediatR, AutoMapper, Fluent Assertions, Avalonia, and more have all recently changed their terms. This is actually a sign of a bigger issue. We are going to discuss why in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Open source projects keep changing over to license models that require companies to pay. Mass Transit, MediatR, AutoMapper, Fluent Assertions, Avalonia, and more have all recently changed their terms. This situation brings up a number of misconceptions that we need to talk about in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Would an application be better if it didn't have restrictions? When I build my app, I am going to implement all of the features I want and I am going to take the time needed to make it perfect. What could go wrong? Why should I restrict myself? Are constraints a bad thing? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Microsoft chose Go over C# as the new language for the TypeScript compiler. Why did they make that choice? What does that say about their confidence in C# or lack thereof? Is this a sign of the end for C#? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionAre AI developers coming soon? Will AIs replace junior developers in the near future? Is it even worth being a developer if an AI is going to replace us? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionWhy does my resume get ignored when I am perfect for a position? Why don't I get a raise at work even when I deserve it? Why do I sometimes think I did horrible only to find out people thought I did great? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I maintain a healthy work/life balance as a software developer? How can I turn off my work brain when I get home? How do I avoid burnout? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionDo software developers actually need to know about databases? Do they need to understand SQL or is knowing Entity Framework enough? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionWhat is the fastest way to become a software developer? Is there a shortcut I can take? How do I get up to speed quickly? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I know if the advice I am getting is good advice? If a successful person tells me how they were successful, should I follow in their footsteps? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionI want to quit my job. How do I do it well? What things should I have lined up before I quit? Should I quit before I have another job? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionI want to build things in C# as a hobby. What should I learn? What fun things can you do with C# that I should check out? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow can I become an independent software developer? What things do I need to know to be a consultant or freelancer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow can I be a better software developer? What steps should I take to make sure that I am improving where I am at right now? How do I become more skilled at C#? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow can I get a better job in software development? How do I get ahead at work as a C# developer? What are my next steps? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I get a job in software development? What do I need to do to get my first job in C#? How do I approach the job market? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I accomplish my goals? I want to be a software developer, but I don't know how to accomplish my goals. What can I do to create a good plan and stick to it? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionWhat do I learn next as a C# developer? How do I make sure my skills are current? What new technologies should I learn to supplement my skills? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I figure out what to do next in my career? What are some important things to consider? Should I learn a new language? Should I try to be a full-stack developer? How do I become a senior developer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionI know doing it the right way is best, but I don't have the time. Is that a problem? I want to train more, but my boss won't give me the time. What do I do? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionWhat is coming next for software development? What will we see in 2025 and beyond for software developers? What are the trends we should be aware of? How do we protect our jobs and improve our situations? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow can I get ahead in software development? How do I stand out in the crowd when applying for a job? How do I show off my skills in a way that separates me from the competition? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionWhy do .NET upgrades happen so quickly? Why is the upgrade cycle for .NET so fast? Why can't .NET slow down its release cycle? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionDo I really need to customize my resume per job I apply for? How do I manage all of that customization? What do I change if I want to customize my resume for the specific application? What are the benefits of customizing my resume? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions. Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionWhen should I optimize my application? Should I be thinking about the performance of my application as I build? Should I be building out microservices and scaling my application based upon the projected needs of my application? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionShould I be considering HA/DR for my application? What if my application is not that big? Is high availability and disaster recovery the same thing? Should I be spending lots of money on HA/DR or can I avoid it? What level of HA/DR is safe? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions. Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I deal with a boss that micromanages me? How can I succeed when my boss is tracking my work and constantly looking over my shoulder? What do I do if my boss uses HubStaff to monitor my activities constantly? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I create a web application that will scale? How do I architect my app to be scalable? Do I need to use microservices in order to properly scale up my application? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionWhy am I not landing my dream job? Why do I keep getting rejected when I submit my resume? I'm overqualified, yet I'm not getting the job. Why do I keep getting passed over? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I get through hard times at work? What do I do to overcome failure as a software developer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I make my job less stressful? How do I avoid becoming overwhelmed with stress? Development jobs can be stressful and an uncertain market can make it even worse. How do I make it better? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Send Your QuestionHow do I avoid being laid off? How do I make sure I will be successful if I lose my job? What do I have to do to protect myself in today's job market? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

What are employers looking for when they interview a developer? How can I show a hiring manager what they want to see during the interview process? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I handle a difficult task in a sprint? How do I stop from being overwhelmed by complicated projects? What do I do if the requirements aren't clear? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

What should I look for in a college degree to become a software developer? Should I just get any computer science degree? Does the name of the college or university matter? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

What type of side hustle should I do as a software developer? Can you provide some ideas for projects or businesses that I could do to earn extra money as a developer? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Should I have a side hustle as a software developer? Are there benefits to a side hustle if I want to stay in my current job? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I get my work done if my company uses bad processes that are frustrating? What do I do if I'm forced to use tools that aren't good? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I get my team members to improve their skills? How do I motivate my junior developers to become better developers?  These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Why is upgrading to a new version of .NET important? Is it worth the time and effort? How often should we upgrade? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

What goes into making a great choice? How do I mitigate the negative impacts of the choices I make? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I get started as a developer? What steps do I need to take to get a job? How do I learn what I need to quickly? What are my options? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

How do I interview well? What things should I say or do in an interview to impress an interviewer? What pitfalls should I avoid when interviewing for a job? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

When do I break the rules as a developer? How do I know when I should implement a pattern or intentionally ignore it? Should I ever violate SOLID or DRY? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Do I need to know JavaScript as a C# developer? Do I need to know JavaScript if I know Blazor? Do I need to know JavaScript if I already know Angular or React? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of Dev Questions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IAmTimCorey Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/