Episode 27
Praveenkumar Bouna: The Journey from Engineer to Educator | EP 27 | Pathfinders Podcast
In this conversation, Praveen Kumar Bouna takes us through his journey from software developer to educator — from his early days at Honeywell to building a career in Singapore and beyond.
We dive into:
✨ The power of networking & mentorship
💡 Why practical skills matter more than theory
⚙️ Outsourcing vs. building in-house
📚 The rise of open source & creating online courses
💰 Lessons on patience, saving, and long-term growth
Praveen’s story is packed with insights for anyone navigating tech, entrepreneurship, or education.
🎧 Tune in to the full episode!
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👉Follow our guest Praveenkumar Bouna
LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/praveenkumarbouna
Website: https://codewithpraveen.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CodeWithPraveen
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Website: https://xaddwell.com/
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👉Courses from Praveenkumar Bouna
Udemy: https://www.udemy.com/user/praveenkumar-bouna/
O’Reilly: https://www.oreilly.com/search/?q=author%3A%22Praveenkumar%20Bouna%22&order_by=relevance&rows=100
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🎧 Listen on all platforms and watch on YouTube. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!
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============CHAPTERS==============
00:00 Coming Up
05:15 Introduction to Praveen Kumar Bouna
15:15 Early Career at Honeywell
30:15 Working Abroad: Experiences and Insights
45:15 The Shift to Teaching and Course Creation
01:00:15 Personal Finance and Networking
01:15:15 Reflections on Cultural Experiences
01:30:15 Future Plans and Aspirations
01:40:15 Closing Thoughts and Takeaways
Thank You!
