Book · 2021 · Biography & Autobiography
App Kid
How a Child of Immigrants Grabbed a Piece of the American Dream
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Michael saman he's the author of the new book app kid you're enjoying this conversation i would recommend going out and getting it.
Why people recommend it
App Kid by Michael Sayman tells the remarkable true story of a young developer who broke into the tech industry as a teenager and went on to work at major Silicon Valley companies like Facebook. Alex Kantrowitz highlighted the release of the book on the Big Technology Podcast during an interview with Sayman himself. Throughout the conversation, Kantrowitz engaged the author on the personal stories featured in the text, examining how an upbringing marked by financial hardship shaped Sayman's career trajectory and software development journey. Kantrowitz repeatedly urged listeners to pick up a copy of the book in stores, emphasizing that it provides valuable context on the human side of the technology sector. By exploring Sayman's early entry into app development and his subsequent experiences navigating corporate culture at the highest levels, the book offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing young talent in the digital age.
Every mention
Alex Kantrowitz michael saman he's the author of the new book app kid you're enjoying this conversation i would recommend g… 3
“and he's the author of the new book app kid out in stores uh already and i encourage you to get it”
“michael saman he's the author of the new book app kid you're enjoying this conversation i would recommend going out and getting it”
“you know both stories from your book stories we've talked about in the past and then of course how facebook's gonna weather this moment the book is app kid it's available in stores now i suggest you pick it up”
Other mentions (2: passing, ad reads, own books)
“we're back here on the big technology podcast with michael saman he's the author of brand new book app kid out in stores now”
“i remember when i was growing up and my dad had you know i message with me um a lot of times we couldn't talk in person because you know family drama um that you can read in the book about”