Dennis Beatty | Surge + Entrata + Podium | Tech Collector | 027

Dennis Beatty | Surge + Entrata + Podium | Tech Collector | 027

Summary In this episode of the Tech Collector podcast, Dennis shares his journey from early coding experiences to becoming a software engineer and entrepreneur. He discusses his first jobs, the challenges of working with legacy code, and the lessons learned from various startups. Dennis also talks about his experience with Y Combinator, the development of Surge, an SMS API for developers, and the benefits of using Elixir in their tech stack. He emphasizes the importance of relationships in career growth and offers advice for aspiring developers.

Matt Snyder | Axiom + Hivewire + Lucid | Tech Collector | 026

In this episode of the Tech Collector podcast, Matt Snyder, VP of Product Design at Axiom, shares his journey from traditional art to digital design. He discusses the importance of purpose in design, his experiences working with engineers, and the challenges of user research. Matt reflects on his growth at Lucid Software and the transition to Hivewire, emphasizing the need for collaboration between design and engineering.

Wade Anderson | Elements + OPSInsight + HBS | Tech Collector | 025

In this episode of the Tech Collector Podcast, Wade Anderson shares his journey from coding at BYU to becoming a successful entrepreneur and tech leader. He discusses his early experiences with programming, his first startup, and the lessons learned from his time at Lucid and Microsoft. Wade also reflects on his decision to pursue an MBA at Harvard Business School and the challenges he faced while acquiring his father's business. Finally, he talks about his transition to Elements, a software company for financial advisors, and the importance of finding balance in entrepreneurship.

Jay McCarthy | Crypto Startups + Professor | Tech Collector | 024

In this episode of the Tech Collector podcast, Nick and Jeff interview Jay McCarthy, a prominent figure in programming language design and blockchain technology. He emphasizes the importance of practical software development and staying relevant in research by focusing on real-world applications. The conversation covers his transition from academia to the blockchain space, his motivations for pursuing a PhD, and his insights on the evolution of programming languages.

Keith Halterman | Angel Studios + Nuvi | Tech Collector | 023

In this episode, Keith Halterman shares his journey from early programming experiences in high school to his current role as VP of Engineering at Angel Studios. He discusses his involvement in competitive coding, the startup culture, and the lessons learned from various companies including Dallo, Canopy, Qualtrics, Jump, and Nuvi. Keith highlights the challenges and innovations at Angel Studios, particularly during its legal battles and the pivot towards original content creation, including the successful series 'The Chosen.'