Show Notes
Scammy .zip domains, spicy takes on coding interviews, and whether English should “own” programming languages – all in one episode. In this Mixed Bytes instalment of SEEK Bytes, Will, Seamus and Reyna jump between security, hiring and career sustainability in modern software engineering.
They unpack why new .zip and .mov TLDs are a phishing dream, share honest perspectives on take‑home tests and live coding, and dig into what really drives developer burnout – plus how swapping teams, resetting challenge levels and finding meaning in your work can help. They wrap by asking whether it’s okay that most code is written in English, and what non‑English programming languages and comments mean for inclusion and learning.
In this episode, we explore: • How new .zip and .mov top‑level domains can turn innocent file names into malicious links – and why that’s a huge UX and security problem for everyday users • The pros and cons of coding exercises in interviews: live vs take‑home, algorithm grills vs domain modelling, and why there’s no perfect, bias‑free way to hire • Real talk on developer burnout – from never‑ending projects and constant upskilling to lack of recognition – and practical ways to reset through team moves, people leadership and better support • Whether it’s healthy that most code and docs are in English, and what non‑English languages, comments and symbolic languages mean for accessibility in our industry
If you’re a software engineer or student who cares about security, fair interviews and staying in love with coding long‑term, this episode is for you.
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