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In this week\u2019s show, Phil talks to Fernando Doglio, who describes himself as a fulltime geek. He\u2019s an experienced Software Development Manager and architect with a background in Web Development and Big Data architectures.

He also writes technical articles and is a published author, his latest book being \u2018Codes Well with Others\u2019 which is being published by Manning.

Fernando talks about why we must continue to learn throughout our careers. He also discusses why it\u2019s okay to ask questions in order to make sure we do the job well.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

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TOP CAREER TIP

You must always learn how to learn. Development is the key to a long and successful career in IT, which is always changing and always growing.

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WORST CAREER MOMENT

Early in his career, Fernando deleted the homepage belonging to a client due to a minor error. Luckily a fellow worker had kept a backup, but it taught Fernando the value of taking care to back up at every moment.

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CAREER HIGHLIGHT

The current position being held is one that brings great satisfaction and potential. It is the culmination of everything that Fernando has been searching for during his career so far.

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THE FUTURE OF CAREERS IN I.T

It is ever-changing and has the potential to supply endless possibilities. The industry is exploding with talent, and people can work to make it better from anywhere in the world.

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THE REVEAL

What first attracted you to a career in I.T.? \u2013 Early computers in childhood showed the influence that computing could have on the world.

What\u2019s the best career advice you received? \u2013 Leave your problems at the door

What\u2019s the worst career advice you received? \u2013 That experience is essential to begin your career.

What would you do if you started your career now? \u2013 Fernando would work towards building a presentable portfolio on Github.

What are your current career objectives? \u2013 Management and developing his project management skills.

What\u2019s your number one non-technical skill? \u2013 Writing and expressing ideas through words.

How do you keep your own career energized? \u2013 Writing every day including articles, which keeps the learnings fresh.

What do you do away from technology? \u2013 Family time is incredibly important

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FINAL CAREER TIP

It\u2019s okay to use Google and online resources, to ask silly questions, in order to learn something new or even to remind yourself of something you\u2019ve forgotten.

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BEST MOMENTS

(4:37) \u2013 Fernando - \u201cLearning is the core to any profession or province that you can think of\u201d

(9:48) \u2013 Fernando - \u201cYou have to take it easy. Everything has a solution\u201d

(13:29) \u2013 Fernando \u2013 \u201cEverything is at your reach. You can learn everything there is to know and you can work and learn from your house\u201d

(17:04) \u2013 Fernando \u2013 \u201cBe proficient. Deliver whatever you have to deliver. Leave your problems at the door\u201d

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ABOUT THE HOST \u2013 PHIL BURGESS

Phil Burgess is an independent IT consultant who has spent the last 20 years helping organizations to design, develop, and implement software solutions.\xa0 Phil has always had an interest in helping others to develop and advance their careers.\xa0 And in 2017 Phil started the I.T. Career Energizer podcast to try to help as many people as possible to learn from the career advice and experiences of those that have been, and still are, on that same career journey.

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CONTACT THE HOST \u2013 PHIL BURGESS

Phil can be contacted through the following Social Media platforms:

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Phil is also reachable by email at phil@itcareerenergizer.com and via the podcast\u2019s website, https://itcareerenergizer.com

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ABOUT THE GUEST \u2013 FERNANDO DOGLIO

Fernando Doglio describes himself as a fulltime geek. He\u2019s an experienced Software Development Manager and architect with a background in Web Development and Big Data architectures.

He also writes technical articles and is a published author, his latest book being \u2018Codes Well with Others\u2019 which is being published by Manning.

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CONTACT THE GUEST \u2013 FERNANDO DOGLIO

Fernando Doglio can be contacted through the following Social Media platforms:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/deleteman123

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandodoglio/

Website: https://www.fdoglio.com/