Episodes
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Web Accessibility
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore web accessibility as a career path for bootcamp grads. They discuss the growing demand for accessibility specialists, driven by regulations like the Americans with Disabilities Act and the European Accessibility Act, and the technical and soft skills needed to succeed. They also highlight the importance of understanding assistive technologies, user experience, and inclusive design, and offer practical tips for building a…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Insurtech
Episode 162 of The Career Change Podcast: Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp grads can break into insurtech, the insurance technology sector. Lucas shares the story of a bootcamp grad who landed a role at a startup digitizing small-business insurance, highlighting the specific skills that made her stand out: Python, API integration, and an interest in regulatory compliance. They discuss the industry's growth, the gap between legacy systems and modern tech, and how a bootcamp project simulating…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Climate Tech Startups
In episode 161 of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna dig into climate tech — the fast-growing sector where software engineers, data analysts, and product folks are applying their skills to fight climate change. They focus on the practical path for bootcamp grads: which roles are actually in demand, how to build a portfolio that speaks to climate problems, and what hiring managers at startups like Cloverly and Watershed look for. Lucas shares a story about a bootcamp grad who landed a…
Bootcamp Grads in Data Engineering
Lucas and Luna dig into data engineering as a career path for bootcamp grads, using the story of a former teacher who pivoted through a six-month program and now builds pipelines at a mid-sized logistics firm. They break down the surprising overlap between SQL, Python, and the cloud tools that dominate the field, and they talk about why data engineering might be more approachable than other backend roles. The conversation covers the typical interview process, the value of side projects, and the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Voice AI
On this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna dig into voice AI — the field behind smart speakers, interactive voice response systems, and voice assistants. They explore how bootcamp grads can break in without a speech science degree. Lucas walks through the four main job families: conversation designer, voice UX researcher, voice app developer, and speech data analyst. He explains why language data annotation skills are a surprisingly strong entry point, and shares a concrete…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Renewable Energy Tech
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can land roles in renewable energy tech, a sector growing fast in 2026. They focus on the demand for software engineers at solar and wind companies, the importance of understanding energy markets and IoT data, and practical steps like building a portfolio with open-source energy data and targeting specific roles like grid software developer. They discuss a real example: a bootcamp grad who joined a solar inverter company after…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Developer Relations
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore Developer Relations (DevRel) as a career path for bootcamp graduates. They discuss the unique skills that make bootcamp grads successful in DevRel, how to get started without a traditional computer science degree, and the importance of community building. Lucas shares insights from his conversation with a DevRel manager at a major cloud platform, highlighting the 'developer experience' focus and the role of empathy in the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Robotics
Robotics is booming, but it's not just for electrical engineers anymore. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down how bootcamp grads with software skills can enter the field—from industrial arms in warehouses to autonomous mobile robots in hospitals. They walk through the core skills employers actually want: ROS, Python, and simulation tools like Gazebo, and how a background in web development can be a surprising advantage. Lucas shares the story of a former web dev who landed a robotics role…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Cloud Architecture
Ever wonder how a bootcamp graduate lands a role as a cloud architect? In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the path from coding bootcamp to designing cloud infrastructure, focusing on the story of a bootcamp grad who transitioned to a cloud architect role at a mid-sized tech company. They discuss the importance of hands-on projects, certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect, and how to leverage existing experience in networking or systems administration. The conversation covers…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing fields, and bootcamp grads are finding their way in. In this episode, Lucas and Luna drill into the specific roles that favor hands-on skills over a four-year degree, from security operations center analyst to penetration tester to security engineer. They break down the certifications that actually matter, the projects that make you stand out (like building a home lab and documenting a vulnerability), and the soft skills—like explaining risks to…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into GovTech
Hundreds of bootcamp grads are finding their way into government technology roles, and the path is more structured than you might think. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down the specific 'GovTech' hiring pipeline—from the U.S. Digital Service and 18F to state-level innovation teams—and why agencies are increasingly hiring for skills over pedigree. They walk through the exact skills that matter (civic-mindedness, accessibility, plain-language communication) and how a bootcamp project…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into AI Newsletter Writing
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore a niche but growing career path for bootcamp graduates: writing AI-focused newsletters. With the AI content boom in full swing by August 2026, companies and independent creators are scrambling for people who can translate complex machine-learning concepts into clear, engaging prose. The hosts drill into the specific case of a bootcamp grad who pivoted from a front-end track to become the lead writer for a venture-backed AI research newsletter, landing the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Land Government Tech Jobs
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore a fast-growing but often overlooked path for bootcamp graduates: government technology roles. With the U.S. federal government planning to hire over 50,000 technologists by 2027, agencies like the U.S. Digital Service and 18F are actively recruiting software engineers, product managers, and designers from nontraditional backgrounds. Lucas breaks down the key differences between public and private sector hiring, including the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Enter the Electric Vehicle Industry
In this milestone 150th episode, Lucas and Luna explore how coding bootcamp graduates can break into the fast-growing electric vehicle industry. They focus on a concrete example: the recent surge in EV battery software roles, and how a bootcamp grad with a background in Python and cloud computing can position for a role at a company like Tesla or Rivian. Lucas shares a specific job posting he saw for a 'Battery Analytics Engineer' that required no formal engineering degree, and they break down…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into EdTech
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can break into the education technology sector, focusing on a specific success story: a former barista who transitioned to a learning experience designer role at a major online course platform. They discuss the skills that translate well, the importance of understanding pedagogy, and how to showcase your portfolio. Along the way, they highlight the growing demand for tech talent in EdTech, the role of micro-credentials, and the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Product Management
On this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can pivot into product management. They break down the skills that matter, the fastest routes in, and how to frame your coding background as an advantage. Using the example of a bootcamp grad who became a PM at a mid-size SaaS company, they discuss the importance of customer empathy, data fluency, and stakeholder communication. They also address common misconceptions, like needing an MBA, and offer…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Fintech Compliance
In Episode 147 of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore the often-overlooked intersection of coding and compliance. With the fintech sector booming—global investment in regtech reached $13.5 billion in 2025—banks and startups alike are scrambling for talent that understands both code and regulation. Lucas breaks down the specific skills bootcamp grads need, from understanding KYC and AML basics to building audit-ready systems. He cites real-world examples like Stripe's…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Use LinkedIn to Get Hired
Lucas and Luna dive into a surprising stat: 67% of recruiters use LinkedIn as their primary sourcing tool, yet most bootcamp grads treat their profile like a static resume. They walk through the playbook of a real grad—calling her 'Sarah'—who landed a software engineering job in six weeks by optimizing her headline, posting three times a week, and strategically expanding her network. Specific tactics covered: keyword-rich summary sections, requesting recommendations from bootcamp instructors…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Use GitHub as a Portfolio
Bootcamp graduates often face a catch-22: they need professional experience to land a job, but need a job to gain experience. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how a well-curated GitHub profile can bridge that gap. They discuss what hiring managers actually look for, why open-source contributions—even small ones—signal teamwork and code quality, and how to get started with beginner-friendly projects. Using a concrete example from a bootcamp grad who landed a role after contributing to a…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Negotiate Their First Tech Salary
In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down salary negotiation for bootcamp graduates — a skill often overlooked in career transitions. They share the story of Maria, a bootcamp grad who lost $10,000 by not negotiating, and contrast it with her coworker who used simple tactics to secure a higher offer. They cover research tools like levels.fyi and Blind, the anchoring technique, the power of competing offers, and timing your ask. Practical, data-backed advice for anyone making a career change…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Health Tech
Health tech is growing fast, and coding bootcamp graduates are finding new opportunities in digital health. Lucas and Luna explore the specific skills and strategies needed to land a role in this regulated but rewarding field. They discuss the importance of understanding HIPAA compliance, interoperability standards like FHIR, and common entry points such as Epic Systems and Cerner. A bootcamp grad shares their story of transitioning from web development to building patient portals, and the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Site Reliability Engineering
Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) is one of the fastest-growing roles in tech, with demand far outpacing supply. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down what SRE actually means—distinct from DevOps—and why bootcamp graduates are uniquely positioned to pivot into this field. They cover the core skills: Linux fundamentals, scripting in Python and Bash, working with APIs, and learning observability tools like Prometheus and Grafana. The hosts walk through practical steps: building a monitoring…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into UX Design
Lucas and Luna explore the fastest path from a coding bootcamp into a UX design role. Hosts break down the three pillars of a competitive portfolio: redesign projects, user research artifacts, and accessibility documentation. Lucas shares the story of Maria, a bootcamp grad who landed a fintech UX role by redesigning the Starbucks checkout flow and documenting her usability testing. The episode covers tools like Figma and UserTesting, how to network without a design degree, and why companies…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Sales Engineering
Sales engineering is one of the fastest-growing roles in tech, blending coding skills with client-facing communication. In this episode, Lucas and Luna look at how bootcamp graduates can pivot into sales engineering, a role that pays a median salary of $140,000 in the US. They share the story of Maria, a bootcamp grad who went from front-end developer to sales engineer at a major cloud provider, and break down the specific skills employers seek: live demos, solution architecture, and the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Data Science
Data science bootcamps now represent 15% of all coding bootcamp graduates, up from 8% in 2022. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down the concrete steps bootcamp grads can take to land a data science role, including which skills to prioritize (SQL, Python, statistics), how to build a portfolio that stands out with real-world datasets, and which companies like Zillow and Etsy actively hire non-traditional candidates. They also discuss the difference between data science and data engineering…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Launch a Freelance Career
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can build a successful freelance career. They discuss the shift from traditional employment to independent consulting, using the example of Sarah, a bootcamp grad who within 18 months grew her freelance web development business to six figures. The hosts break down platforms like Upwork and Toptal, tips for building a compelling portfolio, setting rates, and managing client relationships. They also cover…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Ace Technical Interviews
In this episode, Lucas and Luna tackle the number one stressor for bootcamp graduates: the technical interview. Citing a 2025 Course Report survey that found 62% of grads rank it as the hardest part of the job search, they break down three targeted strategies. First, they explain why practicing on an actual whiteboard—not just a code editor—builds muscle memory and confidence. Second, they discuss how to tell a compelling story about your capstone or side project, focusing on impact metrics and…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Use Side Projects to Land a Job
Episode 136 of The Career Change Podcast with Fexingo: Lucas and Luna break down what separates a resume-padding side project from one that actually lands job interviews. Drawing on real feedback from a fintech recruiter and examples like a Chrome extension born from user research, they explain how bootcamp graduates can pick the right problem, validate demand, document their process, and turn a project into a compelling narrative. No generic to-do lists. They also cover how to showcase…
Skills-Based Hiring Opens Doors for Bootcamp Graduates
On this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how the rise of skills-based hiring is creating new opportunities for bootcamp graduates without four-year degrees. They dig into an IBM case study: the company dropped degree requirements for over half of its U.S. job listings back in 2021 and saw a surge in diverse, qualified applicants. They also cite a 2025 LinkedIn report showing a 40% increase in skills-first hiring since 2020. Lucas talks about how bootcamp grads can…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Product Operations
Episode 134 of The Career Change Podcast explores the emerging field of Product Operations (ProdOps) — a role that sits at the intersection of product management, data analysis, and project coordination. Lucas and Luna break down why bootcamp grads are uniquely positioned for this role, using the example of a former coding bootcamp grad named Sarah who transitioned from a junior developer role at a mid-size SaaS company into a ProdOps role at that same company within 18 months. They discuss the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Start a Career in DevRel
Developer Relations, or DevRel, is a growing field that blends technical skills with community engagement, content creation, and public speaking. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can break into DevRel, using the example of Sarah Chen, a former marketing professional who transitioned through a coding bootcamp and landed a DevRel role at a mid-size API company. They discuss the key skills needed—like writing tutorials, speaking at meetups, and building open-source…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Navigate the Return-to-Office Mandate
Episode 132 of The Career Change Podcast tackles a dilemma many bootcamp grads face in mid-2026: their first tech job was fully remote, but now the employer is calling people back to the office. Lucas and Luna break down the numbers — a recent survey shows 67 percent of hybrid companies now require at least three days in-office — and walk through three concrete strategies: negotiating a permanent remote clause, leveraging a job offer from a fully remote competitor, and pivoting to companies…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Quantitative Finance
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can pivot into quantitative finance. They break down the specific technical skills needed — from Python to probability theory — and discuss the lesser-known roles at firms like Two Sigma and Renaissance Technologies that don't require a PhD. Luna shares a real example of a bootcamp grad who landed a junior quant researcher role at a Chicago prop trading firm by building a personal project…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Augmented Reality
Episode 130 of The Career Change Podcast explores how bootcamp graduates can pivot into augmented reality roles. Lucas and Luna break down the specific skills that transfer from web development — think 3D math, spatial computing concepts, and Unity basics — and highlight a real case: a former front-end developer who landed an AR engineer role at a spatial computing startup within six months. They discuss portfolio projects that stand out, the surprisingly low barrier to entry in AR compared to…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Transition Into Cybersecurity
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how coding bootcamp graduates can pivot into cybersecurity roles. They break down the specific skills bootcampers already have that transfer directly to security—like scripting, debugging, and understanding system architecture—and what additional credentials matter. The conversation centers on the case of a former bootcamp grad named Priya who moved from web development to a security analyst role at a fintech company in under 18 months. Lucas explains the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Pivot Into Climate Tech
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how coding bootcamp graduates can break into climate tech — a fast-growing sector that combines software engineering with environmental impact. They focus on a specific case: the startup Watershed, which helps companies measure and reduce their carbon footprints. Lucas explains why climate tech values generalist full-stack skills over domain expertise, and walks through the concrete steps a bootcamp grad can take to land a role: building a portfolio…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Transition Into DevOps
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can pivot into DevOps roles. They break down the specific skills needed—from CI/CD pipelines to infrastructure as code—using the real-world example of Maria, a former bootcamp grad who landed a DevOps engineer role at a mid-size e-commerce company within six months. The hosts discuss common misconceptions about DevOps requiring a computer science degree, practical projects to build a portfolio, and how…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into AI Product Management
Episode 126 of The Career Change Podcast with Fexingo dives into how bootcamp graduates can pivot into AI product management. Lucas and Luna explore a specific case: a former coding bootcamp student who joined a mid-size edtech company as a product associate and became an AI PM in 14 months. They break down the three-part strategy she used: mastering the AI vocabulary, building a portfolio of small ML-driven features, and leveraging her engineering empathy to bridge gaps with data scientists.…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into Data Engineering
Data engineering is one of the fastest-growing roles in tech, with job postings up 40% year-over-year as of mid-2026. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down exactly how bootcamp graduates can pivot into this field, using the story of Maria Torres, a former marketing coordinator who went from a 14-week data bootcamp to a data engineering role at a mid-size e-commerce company within six months. They cover the key technical skills to prioritize—SQL, Python, ETL pipelines, and cloud basics—the…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Build a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
Coding bootcamps teach technical skills, but what about visibility? In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can use LinkedIn strategically to stand out in a crowded job market. They break down the difference between passive job searching and active personal branding, citing specific tactics like posting code walkthroughs, engaging with industry hashtags, and building a network before applying. Lucas shares a real example of a bootcamp alum who landed interviews through…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into EdTech
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can pivot into EdTech — a sector that's hungry for tech talent but often overlooked. They focus on a specific case: Duolingo, which went public in 2021 and now has over 500 million users. Lucas breaks down why EdTech companies value bootcamp grads' ability to iterate fast, build for non-technical users, and thrive in lean teams. They discuss three concrete entry points: curriculum engineering, learning…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Break Into HealthTech
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how bootcamp graduates can break into the HealthTech industry. They focus on a specific case: the electronic health record (EHR) company Epic Systems, which hires hundreds of bootcamp grads each year for roles like integration engineer and technical project manager. Lucas breaks down the key skills HealthTech employers look for — including HL7 FHIR standards, HIPAA compliance knowledge, and interoperability — and how bootcamp…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Transition Into Technical Program Management
Episode 121 of The Career Change Podcast explores how bootcamp graduates can pivot into Technical Program Management. Lucas and Luna break down the specific skills that transfer from coding bootcamps — like agile workflow experience, cross-functional communication, and system thinking — and how to position them for TPM roles. They discuss the story of Maria, a former bootcamp grad who moved from a front-end role to TPM at a mid-sized SaaS company within 18 months, and outline concrete steps…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Transition Into Technical Writing
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore technical writing as an overlooked career pivot for bootcamp graduates. They focus on the case of Maria Chen, a former JavaScript bootcamp grad who landed a technical writer role at Stripe within eight months by leveraging her coding background and communication skills. The hosts break down the specific skills bootcamp grads already have — API documentation, README writing, and explaining complex concepts — and how to position them for technical writing…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Transition Into Solutions Engineering
Episode 119 of The Career Change Podcast with Fexingo explores solutions engineering as a career path for bootcamp graduates. Lucas and Luna break down the role of a solutions engineer — part technical expert, part customer-facing consultant — and compare it to sales engineering and technical support. They discuss why bootcamp grads with strong communication skills and hands-on project experience are well-suited for this role, and walk through a concrete example: a former coding bootcamp…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Thrive in Contract-to-Hire Roles
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the contract-to-hire path for bootcamp graduates, using the story of a 2024 data analytics bootcamp grad who landed a 6-month contract at a mid-sized logistics firm and converted to full-time with a 15% raise. They break down the trade-offs: higher hourly rates vs. lack of benefits, networking opportunities vs. job insecurity. Lucas shares specific negotiation tactics for contract positions, including how to ask for a 1099 rate that covers self-employment…
Bootcamp Grads Landing Remote First Jobs
In this episode of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how coding bootcamp graduates can successfully land remote-first jobs. They dive into the specific strategies that work in a distributed hiring environment, from tailoring portfolios for async communication to acing video interviews. The hosts discuss the rise of remote-first companies like GitLab and Zapier, and share tips on building a remote-work portfolio that highlights self-discipline and asynchronous collaboration. They…
Bootcamp Grads Breaking Into Freelance Consulting
Episode 116 of The Career Change Podcast explores how bootcamp graduates can transition into freelance consulting — a path that offers flexibility, higher earning potential, and the chance to build a diverse portfolio. Lucas and Luna break down the specific steps: identifying your niche, pricing your first project, and finding clients without a traditional network. They use the example of Maria Chen, a 2024 coding bootcamp grad who built a six-figure consulting practice in 18 months by…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Pivot Into Fintech
Fintech is booming, and bootcamp grads are uniquely positioned to break in. In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down the specific skills fintech employers want—like payment rails compliance, fraud detection logic, and API-first thinking. They walk through how one bootcamp grad landed a backend role at a payments startup by building a simple money-transfer app in public, and why fintech companies often value project depth over computer science degrees. They also discuss common missteps, like…
How Bootcamp Grads Can Transition Into Sales Engineering
Episode 114 of The Career Change Podcast explores how bootcamp graduates can pivot into sales engineering — a role that blends technical knowledge with client-facing communication. Lucas and Luna break down why this career path is underrated, what skills transfer directly from a coding bootcamp, and how to prepare for a demo-based interview. They discuss real-world examples, including how a former bootcamp student landed a sales engineering role at a cloud infrastructure company by building a…
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