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Developer Legacy Guide: How to Make Your Impact Last for Years

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Release Date: 09/23/2025

2025 Year-End Reflection for Developers: AI Hype, Layoffs, and What’s Next

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It’s New Year’s Eve-Eve, and instead of recording from our usual virtual setups, we did something we’ve talked about for years: we hit record in the same room. If you’re watching on YouTube, you can actually see us together. If you’re listening on audio, you’ll just have to trust us—this one was in-person. In this special episode of Building Better Developers (our Building Better Foundations season), we keep it simple: a Year-End Reflection for Developers. What are we ready to leave behind from this year? What do we want to carry into the next one? And what’s the reality...

Year-End Reset for Developers: A Pre-Christmas Check-In to Finish Strong

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The week before Christmas has a way of exposing how the year really went. Deadlines either slow down or pile up, calendars get messy, and the pressure to “wrap everything up” shows up at the same time you’re trying to enjoy the season. In this Pre-Christmas episode of Building Better Developers, and keep it practical: looking back on the year, calling out what worked (and what didn’t), and sharing why a year-end reset for developers is the best way to prepare for a better new year. Why a Year-End Reset for Developers Matters A year-end reset for developers isn’t just...

Adapting Your Business to AI: Productivity Surges, New Models, and the Power of Data

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In Part 2 of our Building Better Foundations interview with , founder and CEO of Barefoot Solutions and Barefoot Labs, we explore how companies can begin adapting their business to AI over the next one to three years. Rather than imagining futuristic scenarios, Hunter keeps the focus on what’s already happening—and what leaders must do now to stay ahead. About Hunter Jensen Hunter Jensen is the Founder and CEO of Barefoot Solutions, a digital agency specializing in artificial intelligence, data science, and digital transformation. With over 20 years of experience, Hunter has...

Getting Started with AI in Your Business: Insights from Hunter Jensen (Part 1)

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In this episode of Building Better Foundations, we interview , founder and CEO of Barefoot Solutions and Barefoot Labs, to explore what it really takes when getting started with AI in your business. As companies rush toward AI adoption, Hunter offers grounded, practical advice on avoiding early mistakes, protecting your data, and choosing the right starting point. About Hunter Jensen Hunter Jensen is the Founder and CEO of Barefoot Solutions, a digital agency specializing in artificial intelligence, data science, and digital transformation. With over 20 years of experience, Hunter...

How Value-Driven Project Discovery Shapes Better Software Outcomes

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In Part 2 of our interview with , CEO of eResources, we explore how value-driven project discovery helps teams make better decisions, prevent waste, and build software that actually supports the business. Dusty goes deep into prioritization, budgeting, revenue-generating processes, and why discovery is essential for steering both startups and large enterprises toward meaningful outcomes. About Dusty Gulleson Dusty Gulleson is a founder who never set out to build a large company—he simply followed the work, served people well, and let loyalty drive the growth. After leaving a COO...

How Story-Driven Discovery in Software Projects Leads to Better Results

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In this episode of the Building Better Developers Podcast, we sit down with Dusty Gulleson, CEO of eResources, to explore why story-driven discovery is the foundation of every successful software project. Dusty shares how understanding a customer’s journey, motivations, and real-world frustrations leads to better outcomes than any technical requirement alone. Instead of focusing on platforms and features first, he explains why great projects begin with people and the stories behind their needs. About Dusty Gulleson Dusty Gulleson is a founder who never set out to build a large...

Managing Digital Distractions: Insights from Mister Productivity (Part 2)

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In part 2 of our Building Better Developers conversation with we shift from foundational habits to the modern reality of our digital world. With smartphones, notifications, social media, and AI competing for every second of our attention, managing digital distractions has become one of the most important productivity skills of our time. Mark pulls back the curtain on how our devices keep us hooked—and offers practical, simple steps to regain control of our attention before the noise takes over. About Mark Struczewski Today, we're joined by Mark Struczewski—pronounced...

Staying Focused in a Noisy World: Lessons from Mister Productivity (Part 1)

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In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, part of our Building Better Foundations season, and sit down with , better known as Mister Productivity. His passion is helping people get unstuck—whether through time management, clarity, or intentional focus. And in today’s always-on environment, staying focused is one of the biggest challenges professionals face. The first half of our interview explores distraction awareness, practical habits, and foundational techniques for staying focused in a world full of interruptions. About Mark Struczewski Today, we're...

Thanksgiving Reflections for Developers: A Moment to Reset and Appreciate

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In this special holiday episode of the Building Better Foundations season of the Building Better Developers Podcast, hosts and pause their usual deep-dive discussions to share meaningful Thanksgiving reflections for developers. This annual tradition goes beyond technology and process—it centers on gratitude, growth, and the people who shape our journeys. Why Thanksgiving Reflections for Developers Matter Even though the recording takes place before the holiday, the episode releases just as listeners gather for Thanksgiving. Rob’s signature “gobble gobble” sound kicks...

Thanksgiving Tips for Developers: How to Reset, Recharge, and Enjoy the Holiday Break

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Thanksgiving week is here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity for developers to slow down, unwind, and refocus. In this special pre-holiday episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, Rob and Michael step away from the regular Building Better Foundations theme to talk about travel mishaps, gaming plans, personal downtime, AI experiments, and practical Thanksgiving tips for developers who want to rest and still grow. Whether you’re staying home, traveling, or juggling family plans, this episode delivers simple and meaningful insights to help you make the most of the...

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In this episode of Building Better Developers, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit their popular discussion “Your Developer Journey – How to Leave a Lasting Legacy.” They use AI-generated prompts only as conversation starters, then share their own insights on what a developer legacy truly means today.

You’ll hear practical advice on writing code that stands the test of time, sharing work through open source, and creating a collaborative culture that thrives long after you’ve moved on. Whether you’re a junior engineer mapping your career path or a seasoned architect shaping teams, this conversation offers a roadmap for making your impact felt—and remembered.

Why a Developer Legacy Matters

A developer legacy is more than old code—it’s the enduring value your work provides. Rob and Michael show how your professional footprint can guide teams long after you’ve left a project or company.

Pro Tip: Adoption is the real metric of legacy. Aim for solutions people use every day.

From Quick Fixes to Timeless Impact

Move from “just closing tickets” to designing systems that stand the test of time.

Readable, maintainable code with clear names and documentation.

Robust testing so future developers can extend features confidently.

Stable interfaces that prevent painful rewrites.

Key Takeaway: Clean, tested code is the cornerstone of a lasting developer legacy.

Open Source: A Fast Track to Developer Legacy

Michael highlights how open source accelerates your developer legacy:

Publish a reusable tool or library.

Provide a five-minute “Getting Started” guide.

Welcome contributions and feedback to refine your craft.

Reminder: A well-documented repository is a résumé that never sleeps.

Culture Outlives Code

Rob emphasizes mentorship and collaborative culture as essential to any developer legacy:

Mentor teammates to spread good practices.

Host “mini hackathons” or team debugging sessions.

Reward shared learning over individual heroics.

Insight: Culture is the invisible code base that scales excellence.

Milestones on the Legacy Path

Every career has pivotal steps where legacy thinking grows:

From first pull requests to defining team standards.

From individual contributor to automation architect.

From private successes to public tools and templates.

Challenge: Ship one reusable script or CI template this week and invite team feedback—your first step toward a visible developer legacy.

AI as a Legacy Multiplier

AI can accelerate your developer legacy when treated as a partner:

Draft tests or refactor with AI assistance.

Summarize modules for quick onboarding docs.

Share successful prompts as a team “AI playbook.”

Final Takeaway

A developer legacy is deliberate: thoughtful code, shared knowledge, and a culture of mentorship. Start today—document, mentor, and publish—and your impact will outlive any single job.

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