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In this episode of "How Many CTOs Does It Take?" podcast, hosts Scott Porad and Brad Hefta-Gaub dive deep into the concept of the 10x engineer—those rare developers who are exponentially more productive than their peers. They discuss attributes such as natural talent versus learned skills, curiosity, the ability to think abstractly, and fluidity between high-level design and low-level coding.

As the conversation unfolds, they discuss how understanding the full scope of a system, fostering collaboration, and leveraging the right tools (like debuggers) can elevate an engineer’s impact. The conversation turns towards practical advice for identifying and nurturing 10x talent, making it a must-listen for anyone involved in engineering leadership.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup 00:57 Defining the 10X Engineer 01:53 Nature vs. Nurture Debate 02:40 Attributes of a 10X Engineer 19:28 Challenges in Identifying 10X Engineers 23:20 Understanding the Importance of Language in Computer Science 24:16 Identifying Beliefs in Engineering Practices 24:52 The Tabs vs. Spaces Debate 27:07 Continuing Discussion on Attributes of a 10x Engineer 36:26 The Role of Debuggers in Engineering 39:53 Becoming a 10x Engineer 40:30 The Importance of Tools and Pair Programming 43:52 Final Thoughts on 10x Engineers Resources:

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