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Meet Eric Wise

Learn from the instructor that's taken learners from zero to employed professionally for the last 10 years.

Who is this guy?

Eric isn't just another online instructor, he's a veteran software architect, multi-time tech entrepreneur, and someone who's been in every corner of the industry from tech start ups, big corporations, and freelancing.

But what makes Eric truly special is his legendary ability to explain complex concepts in ways that actually stick.

  • He's a programming polyglot - fluent in numerous languages and frameworks, giving you insights that single-language instructors can't
  • He's been coding for over 30 years – from writing his first line at age 12 on a Commodore 64 to architecting enterprise systems today
  • He's guided complete beginners to jobs at Netflix, Toyota, and Fortune 500 companies – with a teaching style that makes complex concepts actually stick
  • He brings real-world experience – as a software architect, entrepreneur, and consultant across startups and corporations
When Fortune 500 companies need their developers trained, they call Eric. When he's not mentoring the next generation of developers or consulting for the world's biggest brands, Eric creates beginner-friendly coding content on his YouTube channel, games with his wife and two sons, and hangs out with his three corgis at home in Ohio.
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“My superpower is explaining sh*t to people.”

Eric Wise

Software Architect | Mentor | Entrepreneur

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From left to right: Video games,  cosplay, tabletop gaming, and enjoying life. Yes, Eric is exactly the kind of nerd you want teaching you to code!
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Core Principles of Eric’s Teaching

Real Talk

Learning to code is challenging, and Eric doesn’t sugarcoat it. He believes in being upfront about the challenges while providing the support and encouragement students need to push through.

Adaptability

Every learner is different, and Eric knows how to adjust his teaching style to meet individual needs, whether it’s through one-on-one mentorship or adapting course content and explanations.

Building Independence

Eric’s goal isn’t just to teach you to code—it’s to teach you how to learn, problem-solve, and become an independent developer. He emphasizes self-motivation and critical thinking, which are crucial in the ever-changing tech landscape.

Career Focus

Eric works with learners to explore the wide range of career opportunities in tech, such as QA, mobile development, and database management. And think and code like those professionals while you learn. Build good habits now. His goal is to help you find the path that suits you best.


Check out Eric on YouTube

Covering a range of technical topics with beginner and midlevel focused content, Eric is bringing his expertise to YT. Check out this tutorial on GitHub to sample his teaching style.
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