Welcome to TechCraft: A Minecraft Adventure with Rik Hepworth
Exploring Minecraft and Tech Careers
Black Marble’s Mentorship Approach
Discover how Black Marble fosters mentorship and supports junior developers in the tech industry. Rik’s commitment to community building shines through in organizing developer conferences and sharing knowledge.
Favorite PaaS Products and Containers
Rik discusses his favorite Platform as a Service (PaaS) products and shares his views on containers. From Logic Apps to API management, Rik highlights the exciting developments in Azure’s offerings.
The Evolution of Technology
Explore the cyclical nature of technology and its impact on the tech field. Rik reflects on the shifts from command-line interfaces to GUIs, and the resurgence of command-line tools in the age of cloud computing.
The Quest for the Perfect Curry
Delve into the British tech scene’s love for curry and its influence on networking and community building. Rik shares insights on Bradford’s diverse culinary landscape and the cultural significance of curry in the tech community.
Lightning Round Questions
Get to know Rik’s tech preferences with quick-fire questions on tabs vs. spaces, Mac vs. Windows vs. Linux, iOS vs. Android, Agile vs. Waterfall, and Java vs. Python. Discover Rik’s versatile tech background and open-minded approach to technology choices.
Building a Minecraft House
Witness the creation of a magnificent Minecraft house by Rik and the host. From floating aliens to pyramid-like structures, the collaborative building process showcases creativity and teamwork.
Final Thoughts on Tech and Community
Rik shares his vision for inclusivity in the tech community and the importance of reaching out to those who may not have embraced modern tech practices. Embracing continuous learning and community support are key themes in Rik’s tech journey.
Join Rik Hepworth on a tech-filled Minecraft adventure, where learning, collaboration, and creativity converge in a virtual world of possibilities. Stay tuned for more TechCraft episodes blending tech insights with gaming fun!