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Grow beyond code.

Your developer growth journey starts here. Campfires offers coaching, guidance and peer support for devs who want to go beyond just writing code.

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Why Campfires.dev

From stuck to supported. From unsure to confident.

Campfires is where motivated developers take their next step: through practical content, personal coaching, and a supportive community. All guided by someone who’s walked the path before.

I want to grow, but I don’t know what to focus on.

Campfires helps you map out a personal growth plan, based on your goals and context.

My job doesn’t really support my development.

That’s why we offer coaching and a cohort: so you're not relying solely on your company.

I’m confident with code, but I struggle with soft skills.

We’ll help you master communication, feedback and leadership through real examples and support.

I feel stuck in a mid-level role.

You’re not alone. Campfires is here to help you break through with structure, reflection and peers.

The Program

Your guide to growth.

Campfires is the growth platform for developers ready to level up and grow beyond code. Through practical lessons, coaching, and a supportive community, you will grow with intention.

Your 6-Week Growth Journey

Week 1 – Start with Direction

  • Define your growth plan
  • Reflect on skills & mindset
  • Template: Growth Scan + Goal Card

Week 2 – Skill & Impact

  • Define what 'impact' means
  • Learn project ownership & outcomes
  • Skill/Impact Matrix

Week 3 – People Skills

  • Collaborate, communicate, give feedback
  • Real-world team dynamics
  • Roleplay or feedback simulation

Week 4 – Initiative

  • Take ownership without permission
  • Lead demos & internal visibility
  • Initiative Framework

Week 5 – Peer Growth

  • Learn from others & mentor back
  • Build feedback and support habits
  • Mini feedback session

Week 6 – Wrap-Up

  • Choose your direction and design your plan
  • Optional buddy follow-up
  • Final reflection

Testimonials

What Developers Say

Dorelys R., Full-stack Developer

Dorelys R., Full-stack Developer

Tim is a highly approachable and supportive mentor who makes learning feel both achievable and enjoyable. He has a unique ability to explain complex concepts with clarity, and he creates an environment where asking questions and growing is encouraged.

Yuliia O., Full-stack developer

Yuliia O., Full-stack developer

I got many valuable insights and useful tips from Tim. It makes you think about what’s stopping you from moving forward. Plus, you get new ideas and tips you hadn’t thought of before. It really motivates you and changes how you see things.

Adi N., Developer & Manager

Adi N., Developer & Manager

Tim gave me a space to sort out my thinking and plan for the future.

Anastasiia K., Frontend Developer

Anastasiia K., Frontend Developer

Knowing Tim's structured and intentional approach to work, I have no doubt this will be a valuable guide for any developer aiming to grow into a team lead. He’s always been generous with advice and practical tools. I can only imagine how much helpful insight is packed into this.

Saurabh R., Software Engineer

Saurabh R., Software Engineer

Tim helped me navigate the challenges I think I was facing. 'Think' is a key word, because Tim helped me realize that it's just a version of impostor syndrome and all in the head, and provided actionable insights on how to get out of this mental block and move forward.

Meet the founder

Hi, I’m Tim.

I’m a developer and mentor with 7+ years of experience across teams, companies, and freelance projects. From junior to team lead, I’ve walked the path myself.

Alongside working with clients, I mentor developers via HackYourFuture, host growth sessions, and write about the real stuff no one teaches you: like communication, ownership, and how to deal with doubt.

Campfires was born from a simple frustration: there’s enough content about code, but not enough about growing as a developer. I’m here to fix that.

7+ years as frontend dev, team lead & freelancer

Mentored 50+ devs via HackYourFuture

Founder of the free Dev Growth Call

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you might be wondering about the cohort.

New cohort · Limited seats

The First Cohort is Launching Soon 🚀

A 6-week group experience for developers ready to level up. With structure, live coaching, accountability and a peer circle to grow with.

Pilot price: €499 for the full 6-week cohort (normally €599)

Only 10 seats · First cohort launches soon