FutureProofDev Career Mentoring

As AI Rewrites the Software Industry —
Take Control of Your Future with These Proven Insights

Prepare Yourself with AI Tools and Leadership Skills for a New Era

Google says that 25% of their code is now generated by AI. Some startups put the figure at 99%. Experts predict broad layoffs across the software industry.

🌊 The AI wave is isn’t approaching… It’s here. Are you ready?

It’s a wild time to work in software. Do any of these describe you?

• You used to love crafting code, but now work is frustrating, amounting to slapping together glue-logic and reviewing AI boilerplate.
• Qualifications for career advancement suddenly seem random — if even documented at all.
• Overall code quality in your project is plummeting, and nobody else seems to notice — or care.
• You’re a solopreneur, but your project is hitting a complexity wall where the AI has trouble fixing one bug without causing another.
• You’re so burned out after a work day, that all you can do is zone out and think about anything other than programming.

Or like so many developers, have you run into soul-crushing personal outcomes?

• Your spark of creativity has been replaced with anxiety over your role in the future. You doom-scroll articles about machines performing work you used to do.
• Even though you’re putting in heroic hours, you’re getting penalized on performance reviews on “productivity” grounds.
• Despite your seniority, you’re getting passed over for promotion in favor of junior engineers slinging AI-written crap.
• Being caught in a dreaded “Reduction In Force”?

Developers like you — real results

But it doesn’t have to be like this. Imagine yourself as a highly sought-after expert, a thought leader that others look up to for guidance — not just those you work with, but industry-wide.

Your project thrives, while similar efforts by your competitors crumble under the weight of complexity. You wake up ready to craft simple solutions to complex problems, and you do so using AI as a professional power tool, not your replacement.

How would it feel, arriving at work energized, ready to tackle the toughest problems using proven strategies that work with, rather than against the latest tools?

As a leader, when promotion time rolls around, picture yourself landing the new position you deserve.

With sustained income, you’re happier, healthier, and able to spend time with your loved ones.

What if you didn’t have to fear the inevitable AI-driven layoffs or industry upheaval because you have in-demand skills and built influence that employers fight over? (read below for a personal story!)

This isn’t pie-in-the-sky: These are proven results. This future is not only possible — it’s straightforward with the right guidance.

Your Rare Opportunity to Learn from an Industry Veteran

My name is M.Joel (call me Joel) and I’ve been a software craftsman for over 30 years, mentoring developers, architects, and even managers for most of that time. I wrote my first program in the 3rd grade, and never stopped learning. I’ve written code run by millions, as well as corporate apps only used by 100 specialists in the world. I’ve seen a lot of code, but what’s happening with generative AI is unprecedented.

I’m a highly-rated LinkedIn Learning instructor so I know how to break down complex ideas. I run a consulting business, so I get my hands dirty with real code and the latest technology.

And I’m here to be your mentor.

“Sensei”: Real Developers Like You value Joel’s Mentoring:

“Sensei“

[Joel] took personal time to work with me to help better my understanding of design patterns and improve code structures … I’ve since used this knowledge throughout my work here and now have a better foundation to stand on for future projects.

The one-on-one pairing sessions are incredible. … The biggest thing Joel taught me? Creativity isn’t some mystical thing – it’s actually methodical. This one insight alone has completely changed how I approach problems at work.
I literally have a calendar reminder set for every 21 days to go through the material again because there’s always something new I catch.

Excellent course …; I hope this is the first of many courses in this area!

“Joel’s newsletter kept my faith high in my own software career.”

[Joel] brings an admirable mixture of creativity and hard work to every problem he approaches.

Mentors helped me at every step. Now I’m paying it forward.

As a consultant, I expect to be very busy getting called into projects at the brink of collapse, to repair the damage inflicted by improperly-used AI tools. But I’d much rather see projects — and the developers behind them — succeed. That’s why I put together this mentoring program and am making it widely available.

In a fast-changing world, it’s a mistake to let someone else make all the decisions. It’s an even bigger mistake to stand still.

How this works…

In working with clients, I’ve seen a lot of different software architectures. After thirty years of working with legacy code, I’ve developed a good spider-sense for the design of code at the highest levels. I’ve spent hundreds of hours observing what works (and fixing what doesn’t) and hundreds of hours experimenting to refine those principles, putting them into practice in live production code. As I’ve tackled real-world problems collaborating with AI — while avoiding the downsides — I’ve put together a comprehensive mentoring program for software careers in this new era. The mentoring program encompasses three areas:

1. Immediate Needs of Developers

Many developers employed today are going to get stranded on projects that fail because of AI. Generated code is fundamentally different from what you or I would write. Successful projects that use generated code require a different approach to architecture, software design, and progressive refactoring.

Wise developers need to understand current AI tools and technologies. Not just a listing of "cool tools" but a real deep-dive with emphasis on the shortcomings and pitfalls inherent in the technology. And along with this, why architectures and other building-blocks that worked even just a few years ago are contributing to failure.

This depth of knowledge will be critical for technical experts that are shaping policy decisions for the next stage of AI.

2. Challenging the Conventional Wisdom

Conventional wisdom about software career paths is obsolete.

It used to be that the technical track pushed engineers into either Individual Contributor or Management roles. By automating vast swaths of code construction, a third option becomes available, requiring a new set of skills. This "third track" is so new it doesn't have a name yet, but I can show you how it works and why it's the key for getting ahead in your career.

3. Understanding and Developing the Skills that Matter

Nobody can predict where AI is taking the software industry — so the future belongs to the creative, curious, generalists.

Specialized knowledge is valuable in the short term, but it's usefulness decays quickly. Skills not taught in schools, like cultivating the right mindset and perspective, separate those who will have a productive future from those who will be unemployed. For this you need a mentor.

Mentorship Levels You Up

So, here’s the deal: I’m offering you a rare opportunity to join the FutureProof Dev Career mentoring program. This isn’t a mere course; it’s a guided personal journey tailored to your unique career goals. You’ll gain access to exclusive resources, one-on-one mentoring sessions, and a community of like-minded professionals — all designed to accelerate your growth and success in software leadership through a time of rapid change.

Features and Benefits of Working Directly with Joel

Picture yourself as a software leader who’s the beating heart of your project. This program gets you there with the following:

• AI Day 1 Productivity Toolkit: Strategies, guidelines, and templates to instantly boost your productivity with whatever AI tools you currently use.
• Tailored Mentorship: Specific guidance to address your specific challenges and goals and elevate your level of craft — in a way that AI tools will amplify.
• Leadership Skills Development: Learn the strategies and techniques that set successful leaders apart.
• What They Don’t Teach You In Schools: Step-by-step lessons and exercises to level up your creativity, curiosity, and mindset.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with a community of peers and industry experts.
• Real-World Applications: Practical insights and case studies that you can apply immediately to your role.

Think about what this will mean for you:

• Save hours every week with new strategies to optimize your workflow and get out from the crush of existing deadlines.
• Position yourself as a leader in your field, earning the trust of your team and stakeholders.
• Futureproof your career by understanding AI opportunities and limitations, and staying ahead of industry trends.
• Boost your confidence with a mental toolbox that makes problem-solving, communication, and decision-making second-nature.
• Become layoff-proof with in-demand skills that employers fight over.
• Live a confident life secure in the knowledge that you’ll have the freedom to care for your loved ones and pursue goals outside your career.

You’ll Get All These Specific Benefits

When you join The Futureproof Dev Career Mentoring Program you get:

1. The AI Day 1 Productivity Toolkit:
   • strategies and templates to instantly improve your AI code completion tools (like Copilot or Cursor)
   • 🔴 Develop the knowledge and insight to adapt these resources to other tools that haven’t even been invented yet.
2. The Complete FutureproofDev: Software Career Skills Training Module
   • Instant access to life-altering lessons, recorded during live mentoring sessions, about perspective, force multipliers, thinking strategies, communication, systems thinking, and mindset.
   • 🔴 Laser-focused on giving you the skills needed in the AI economy — especially those skills not taught in schools
   • 🎁 Bonus: the communications lesson includes a section distilling 30 years of advice on salary negotiation
     • 🔴 At your next job change, this one section alone could be worth more than the price of admission for the whole program!
3. The Futureproof Dev: AI Tooling Skills Training Module: Front Row Seats for all new mentoring sessions:
   • Live face-to-face mentoring delivered over Zoom, with advance questions and follow-ups over email.
   • 🔴 Get up-to-the-minute guidance on the changing face of software architecture, valuable guidance on pitfalls to avoid, and strategies to deliver project success.
4. Age-of-AI Futureproof Career Path Guide:
   • Comprehensive training on the newest technical career paths, and how to leverage them in your career.
   • 🔴 Learn the exact techniques to futureproof your career in the Age of AI
5. FutureProofDev Community
   • One year of membership in a community of like-minded experts
   • 🔴 Stay sharp by sharing and receiving insights from developers grappling with the same problems you face
6. A Certificate of Completion
   • Many employers will reimburse for educational programs…
7. New: Exclusive “+1” invitation: Bring along a friend, workmate, (manager?) to a live session with a free +1 ticket.

As a mentor, I’ve helped many engineers and architects reach their goals. With this program, I can help you too.

…and all these helpful bonuses

To help you not just achieve your goals, but smash through them, I’m including the following bonuses:

1. 🎁 100% Private LLM Setup Guide ($500 value)
   • Step-by-step guide to set up a local coding LLM that operates on your hardware, without sending any of your code or IP outside your local network.
   • 🔴 Even if your employer has a policy against using cloud-based models, or scenarios preventing 3rd parties from accessing submitted code for training, you still need to learn about the technology. This guide shows you the exact steps needed to do so.
2. 🎁 Unreasonably Good Prompting Results Guide ($250 value)
   • Master the most effective, proven techniques for getting stunning model responses that don’t seem like they came from AI at all. Includes case-studies.
   • 🔴 This guide alone will change your opinion about what AI is capable of.
3. 🎁 Real-World Co-Thinking Session Transcript ($500 value)
   • Step-by-step guidance on using AI to rapidly craft a production-quality library, currently in use in at one of my clients (Used here with permission)
   • 🔴 Observe and learn the exact process used to create real production code in a fraction of the time — including architectural concerns, exploring alternatives, unit tests, and leveraged prompting.
4. 🎁 “Crush Your Biggest Challenge” Mentoring Session ($500 value)
   • One-on-one Zoom call with follow-up over email or chat.
   • 🔴 The quickest way to success is with mentoring, and I will work with you directly to crush your most pressing obstacle.
5. 🎁 “Career Advice for the 50-and-up Crowd” (this is so new, I don’t have a retail price for it yet)
   • Strategies, techniques, and experience-based advice for senior engineers in the AI age
6. 🎁 Bonus: Curiosity Gym 30-day Challenge ($100 value)
7. 🎁 Bonus: Creativity Gym 30-day Challenge ($100 value)
   • Daily challenges to reignite your curiosity and creativity — core skills in the new economy — in just a few minutes a day.
   • 🔴 Level up these two important skills — with accountability follow-ups to make sure you stay on track.

These bonuses will accelerate your journey by including specific concrete examples of putting the principles into action.

Now, you might be wondering about the investment required for this transformative experience. Given the depth of knowledge, the personalized mentorship, and the exclusive bonuses, and the lasting impact to your career, the value of this program is easily over $5,000.

However, because we are committed to making this accessible to aspiring software leaders like you, we are offering the entire program for just $2497 or 3 monthly installments of $999.

Consider this: the cost of not having these skills could mean missing out on career opportunities, promotions, or the ability to lead effectively. This investment in your future is a fraction of what you stand to gain in your career and personal growth. The negotiation section alone could pay for itself in your next salary bump.

PAYMENT ASSISTANCE MAY BE AVAILABLE: Ask yourself: Does my employer set aside any funds or reimbursement for professional development? If so, applying those funds toward this program makes the decision to move forward even easier.

The Safest Investment is in Yourself

I understand the challenges you face as a software leader. The pressure to deliver results, the need to constantly adapt to new technologies, and the desire to lead your team effectively can be overwhelming.

I’ve been there, and that’s why I created this program — to provide you with the mentorship and skills that I wish I had when I was in your shoes. This isn’t a “another “course”; it’s a comprehensive mentorship experience designed with your unique needs in mind.

My Personal Guarantees

“I put my name on everything I do.”

If you’ve been getting my weekly email, you’ll know one thing about me: I put my name on everything I do. It’s a point of personal pride. Of craftsmanship. This mentoring program is no exception. Every aspect of this program is something I’m staking my reputation on.

I’m so confident in the value of this program that I offer two guarantees for it. First is a 14-day no-questions-asked money-back guarantee. If you change your mind for any reason within 14 days, I’ll refund you 100%. It’s that simple. No need for explanations or excuses, and we can still be friends.

Because I have a personal stake in your success, I’m going even a step further. I call this the “win-win” guarantee. If you commit to the program — if you put in the effort and still don’t see results, I’ll personally work with you to make things right. That’s my promise to you. I’m here to ensure you get the outcomes you deserve. The thing I love about this guarantee is that it acts as a force-multiplier — which is one of the key concepts discussed in the Career Skills Training Module. By including accountability in both sides of the equation, the prospects for a successful outcome go way up. When students apply these principles, they work! Accordingly, I’ve never needed to activate this guarantee. Truly win-win.

My commitment to every mentoring student is to provide life-changing value.

Here’s What to Do While the Door Is Open

When I look back on the arc of my career, every inflection point has been attributable to a mentor. Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Here’s what you need to do:

1. Click the ‘Futureproof My Career’ button below, or use the QR code.
2. Fill out the secure registration form.
3. Check your email for access to the program and bonuses.

Don’t wait—spaces are limited, and this opportunity won’t last forever. Take action now and start transforming your career today!

Frequently Asked Questions

• How will I have enough time for this?
  • Building on the right foundations will save you time. Many devs report having to frequently revert commits made with AI tooling, or waste time debugging issues. I’ll help you get on top of these issues, giving your time to focus on what really matters.
• Can’t I just learn this from YouTube?
  • Information in this mentoring program reflects my 30+ years of experience. Videos are good for leaning small topics, or getting a shallow overview. To go deep, you need a mentor. —But mentors are busy too, so when presented with an opportunity to work with one, you need to act quickly!
• Is this practical for me?
  • My approach toward mentoring is to spend very little time chasing ‘tool-of-the-week’ fluff, instead focusing on core ideas and concepts that will help you succeed despite an uncertain path for the software industry. My focus is on deep, big-picture issues with lasting relevance and value.
• What if my employer doesn’t allow the use of AI?
  • This program includes a bonus guide for setting up a local LLM on your own hardware. Whether you do this at work or at home, it’s critically important that you learn about these new tools, to understand their advantages and limitations. This mentoring program will help you do that.
• Is a payment plan available?
  • Yes! Use this link or the one that says “Monthly Installments”
• Is financial assistance available?
  • Probably! Check with your employer to see if they offer a stipend for education.

P.S. Your Moment Is Here

Many have asked, but I’ve rarely made this kind of live mentoring generally available before.

You’ve worked hard to get where you are. Now it’s time to go further, faster, and with greater impact. The Futureproof Dev Career Mentoring Program is your opportunity to do just that.

Don’t wait. Don’t wonder. Take action, and let’s make this the turning point in your career…and your life.

This offer closes at 11:59PM Eastern on Monday August 4th, 2025.

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