How to get promoted as a dev without becoming a manager – Staff Engineer Santosh Yadav interview [Podcast #202]

232 · freeCodeCamp.org · Dec. 19, 2025, 5:39 p.m.
Summary
In this podcast episode, Quincy Larson interviews Santosh Yadav, a seasoned software engineer who shares his journey from humble beginnings in Mumbai to becoming a successful staff engineer. Yadav discusses how developers can advance their careers without stepping into management roles, offering valuable insights based on his experiences over 16 years in the field.