Interviewer

If you could go back in time to your first day as a developer, what advice would you give yourself?

Interviewee

I’d tell myself not to fear failure. Every setback is a lesson in disguise, and the faster you learn that, the quicker you grow. I’d also remind myself to start contributing to open source earlier it accelerates both skill and confidence.

Interviewer

Is there anything you regret not doing earlier in your career? Or conversely, something you're incredibly glad you did?

Interviewee

I sometimes wish I had started building public projects and contributing to the developer community earlier, instead of focusing more on classwork for GPA for my first 2 years of campus life. On the flip side, I’m incredibly glad I joined programs like A2SV, ALX, and residency programs they shaped my career and connected me with people who pushed me to level up.

Interviewer

That's all from our list Is there anything we didn't ask about that you're passionate about and would like to share with the audience?

Interviewee

Technology is a tool for empowerment, and anyone can start, no matter where they’re from or what stage they’re in. Some begin in childhood, some during university, and some after graduation; what matters is loving the work and putting your energy into it.

Thank you, Dave!

We truly appreciate your time and openness in sharing your journey with us and our audience. Today’s session was full of insights, experiences, and valuable lessons we can all learn from. 🙌

💬 If you have any questions for Dave or for us, feel free to drop them in the comments   we’d love to hear from you.

🎙 Stay tuned for our next session, where we’ll be joined by another inspiring guest. Until then, we wish you a wonderful evening and a bright, productive week ahead.

👋 Bye for now.

🌟 Top 5 AI Tools for Devs in 2025 🌟

Hey @Codebiruh crew! 👋 Level up your coding game with these 5 AI tools in 2025. Short, sweet, and powerful perfect for devs who want to ship faster! 🚀

1. GitHub Copilot
AI sidekick for instant code suggestions. Saves 50% coding time.
github.com/features/copilot
2. Cursor
AI-powered IDE with smart autocomplete & natural language edits. Code 2x faster! 
cursor.sh
3. Claude  
Secure, ethical AI for code reviews & architecture. Handles huge projects! 
claude.ai
4. Tabnine  
Privacy-first autocomplete, learns your style, runs offline. Boosts accuracy! 
tabnine.com
5. Aider
Open-source CLI AI for code edits & Git commits. Free & flexible! 
aider.chat

Pick one, code smarter! Which is your fave? Share below! 👇 
#AITools #DevLife #2025Coding 
@Codebiruh

🔐 Password Security – Tips for Developers 👨‍💻

1. Hash passwords properly
- Use strong hashing algorithms like bcrypt, argon2, or scrypt. Never store plain-text passwords.

2. Always use a salt
- A unique salt per password protects against rainbow table attacks.

3. Limit login attempts
- Implement rate-limiting or CAPTCHA to prevent brute-force attacks.

4. Add Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Use SMS, authenticator apps, or email-based 2FA for extra protection.

5. Secure password reset flows
- Use one-time secure tokens with short expiry time for password resets.

6. Enforce strong password policies
Require length + complexity (uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols).

✅ Security starts in your codebase.

#CyberSecurity #DevTips #InfoSec #PasswordSecurity #CodeSmart #Codebiruh

🎙 Code Biruh Podcast – Episode 10 (Season Finale)
💥 With Voice, With Vibes, With Vision 💥

Season I wraps with impact! 🎉
Joining us one of the expert software developers with a global footprint:

🌟 Biniyam Haile
Senior Software Engineer | Top-Rated Upwork Freelancer | Full-Stack Dev 🚀💻

🎧 This Friday at 1:30 PM (Local Time)
You’ve heard about his work now hear the story behind it.
🎯 What’s Inside:

- His journey: From AAU to global projects

- Lessons from startups to international teams

- Deep dive: Backend, Mobile, Angular, Flutter, NestJS

- How he reached Top 10% on Upwork

- AI, RAG, fintech, and clean code
🔥 Plus: Dev habits, reflections & surprises 😉

✨ Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, this one’s for you.

📍 Where: 👉 @codebiruh
🎧 How: Tap in, tune out the noise, get inspired.

🎙 Guest Links:
🔗 Telegram: https://news.1rj.ru/str/bini_haile
🔗 LinkedIn: https://et.linkedin.com/in/biniyam-haile-a7b853250

🔐 Password Security – Tips for Users:

1. Don’t reuse passwords
  - Use different passwords for each account.

2. Use a password manager
- Tools like Bitwarden, 1Password, or KeePass help generate and store secure passwords.

3. Turn on Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- Add an extra layer of protection with OTP, email codes, or app-based 2FA.

4. Avoid weak passwords
- Stop using things like "123456", "password", or your birthdate.

5. Never share your passwords
- Not even with friends or coworkers.

✅ A strong password can protect your money, identity, and peace of mind.

#PasswordTips #CyberSecurity #SafeOnline #2FA #TechTips #Codebiruh #InfoSec

🚀 API Design Best Practices for Developers 🚀

Building a great API isn’t just about making it work  it’s about making it easy to use, scalable, and secure. Here are some key tips to keep in mind:

-  Use RESTful principles or GraphQL depending on your needs  keep it intuitive and consistent.

-  Version your API from day one to avoid breaking changes for users.

-  Secure your endpoints with authentication (OAuth, JWT) and implement rate limiting to protect from abuse.

-  Keep your API documentation clear and up-to-date a well-documented API is a happy API user.

-  Use meaningful HTTP status codes to clearly indicate success, errors, and issues.

-  Design endpoints that are resource-oriented and avoid unnecessary complexity.

✨ Remember: A well-designed API accelerates development, enhances integration, and boosts user satisfaction!

#API #SoftwareDevelopment #CodeBiruh #TechInsights

🎙 Code Biruh Podcast — Episode 10 (Season Finale)

With Voice. With Vibes. With Vision.

We’re wrapping up Season I with a powerful episode featuring:

👤 Biniyam Haile
Senior Software Engineer | Top-Rated Upwork Freelancer | Global Full-Stack Dev

🗓 This Friday | 1:30 PM (Local Time)
📍 Where: @codebiruh

What to Expect:
🚀 His journey from AAU to global platforms
📱 Tech talk: Flutter, Angular, NestJS & more
💡 Insights on freelancing, AI, fintech & clean code
🔥 Real stories. Real lessons. Real inspiration.

Whether you're just starting or already scaling don’t miss this finale.

🎧 Tap in. Get inspired. Grow with us.

💡 Should You Still Learn Java in 2025?

✅ Short answer: Yes  if you're smart about how you use it.
      Here’s why Java still matters in 2025:

1. Enterprise Still Loves Java

Over 90% of Fortune 500 companies use Java. It's the backbone of massive systems in banking, insurance, telecom, and government. If you want a stable job with big companies  Java is still king.

2. Android Development Is Not Dead

While Kotlin is now the preferred Android language, Java is still fully supported  and tons of legacy Android apps are written in it. Knowing Java gives you an edge in mobile dev + understanding Kotlin becomes easier.

3. Spring Boot is Still Booming

Spring Boot remains one of the most popular backend frameworks for building microservices and scalable APIs. If you're into backend dev or DevOps, Java is still highly relevant.

4. Modern Java is Not Old Java

Java has evolved massively. Java 21+ has added:
-  Pattern matching
-  Records
-  Virtual threads (Project Loom)
-  Better performance & cleaner syntax

If you only know Java from school, give modern Java a second look.

5. Global Demand Still Exists

Despite the rise of Python, Go, and Rust  Java still ranks in top 5 most-used languages on almost every tech index (TIOBE, Stack Overflow, GitHub).

#Java #Programming2025 #TechInsights #BackendDev #SpringBoot #AndroidDev #codebiruh #LearnToCode #DeveloperLife

🚨 Episode 10 – Season Finale
🎙 Code Biruh Podcast

💥 With Voice. With Vibes. With Vision. 💥

We’re closing Season I with a bang! 🎉
Meet Biniyam Haile  Senior Software Engineer, Top 10% Upwork Freelancer & Full-Stack Dev with global impact. 🌍💻

⏰ Drops Today @ 1:30 PM (LT)

From AAU classrooms to international projects  his journey is full of insights for devs at any level.

✨ Highlights:

-  From Addis to global tech
-  Scaling startups & impact teams
-  Backend, Flutter, Angular, NestJS
-  Top 10% on Upwork
-  AI, RAG, fintech & clean code
-  Dev habits & challenges

💬 "Every line of code solves real problems  globally."

📍 Join us on Telegram @codebiruh
🎙 Guest Links:
🔗 Telegram: https://news.1rj.ru/str/bini_haile
🔗 LinkedIn: https://et.linkedin.com/in/biniyam-haile-a7b853250

#CodeBiruh #PodcastFinale #TechTalk #FullStackDev #UpworkTopRated #AI #CleanCode #FromAddisToTheWorld

For everyone asking — lectures officially start this Monday! 😊 Registration is still open, so make sure to sign up if you haven’t yet.

The Truth Behind “AI Will Replace Developers"

You’ve probably heard it before:
“AI is coming for your job.”
Especially if you’re a developer, this might sound like a warning bell. But here’s the truth:

🔥 AI is a tool, not a replacement.
AI like ChatGPT can write code, debug, and even suggest architectures  but it lacks human judgment, creativity, and deep contextual understanding.

Here’s what AI can do:

- Automate repetitive coding tasks
-  Suggest solutions faster
-  Help you learn and debug quicker
(yes, even while following @codebiruh 😎)

Here’s what AI can’t do (yet):

-  Understand business context deeply
-  Build user-centric experiences
-  Make architectural trade-offs
-  Collaborate like a real dev team member

👨‍💻 Developers who adapt will THRIVE.
Think of AI as your coding co-pilot. Those who learn to use it will outperform those who ignore it.

💡 The real question isn’t “Will AI replace developers?”
It’s: “Will developers who use AI replace those who don’t?”

Stay smart. Stay updated.
Keep building. 💻⚡️
Follow for more dev insights ➡️ @codebiruh
#codebiruh #AIandCode #DeveloperLife #CodeSmart #FutureOfCoding

🌟 Good Evening, Everyone!

We're excited and honored to welcome Biniyam Haile a Senior Software Engineer, Top-Rated Freelancer, and Skilled Full-Stack Developer with years of proven experience in the tech industry! 💻🚀

Get ready to be inspired by his incredible journey, gain insights from his real-world experiences, and learn from his visionary approach to technology and freelancing.

This is a special opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with someone who's truly making waves in the tech world. 🌍🔥

Stay tuned you won’t want to miss this 👨‍💻✨

Interviewer

Hey Bini, welcome to the Code Biruh Podcast! To kick things off, could you tell our listeners a bit about yourself and what you’re currently working on? I saw on your Upwork profile that you’re described as an 'Expert Backend & Mobile Developer' can you walk us through your journey to reaching that level of expertise?