Start your career in Bitcoin with ₿OSS Challenge with Satsie, Macgyver and Sangbida

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Start your career in Bitcoin with ₿OSS Challenge with Satsie, Macgyver and Sangbida | SLP706

Stephan Livera Podcast

40 minutes 26 seconds

4 weeks ago

Start your career in Bitcoin with ₿OSS Challenge with Satsie, Macgyver and Sangbida | SLP706

In this episode the discussion revolves around the BOSS program (Bitcoin Open Source Software), which offers a 30-day series of technical programming exercises aimed at engaging participants in Bitcoin protocol development. The guests, Satsie, Sangbida, and Ron, share their backgrounds, motivations for joining the program, and experiences throughout the challenges. They discuss the impact of the program on their careers, the importance of community support, and the unique environment of open source development. The conversation also touches on the challenges of grant applications and the mindset required to succeed in this field. The episode concludes with advice for potential participants, encouraging them to take the leap and apply for the program.

Takeaways:

🔸The BOSS program is a free opportunity for learning Bitcoin development.

🔸Participants come from diverse backgrounds, including IT and finance.

🔸The program is gamified to keep participants motivated.

🔸Community support is crucial for success in the program.

🔸Contributing to Bitcoin open source is seen as ethical and impactful.

🔸The experience in open source differs significantly from corporate environments.

🔸Grant applications require a proactive approach and clear proposals.

🔸Imposter syndrome is common but can be overcome with dedication.

🔸Feedback from the community is direct and valuable for developers.

🔸Working in open source can lead to fulfilling and autonomous careers.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Intro

(01:21) - What is the BOSS program?; Sangbida & Macgyver’s journey with BOSS

(04:07) - Participant’s motivation & experiences with the BOSS program

(09:00) - What are the career opportunities for Bitcoin developers after the BOSS program?

(12:57) - Challenges of learning & working in open source

(16:53) - What are Sangbida & Macgyver currently working on?

(18:25) - What is it like applying for grants and funding in open source?

(19:48) - Sponsor

(23:12) - The role of community engagement in open source

(25:16) - Skills and mindset required to thrive in open source

(30:23) - Working in Bitcoin - passion vs. reality

(38:13) - Closing thoughts

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