$300 / month
4 calls per month (60min/call)
Unlimited Q&A via chat
Expect responses in 24 hours or less
Hands-on support
One-off sessions with Ben
One-off sessions are a great option if you’re looking for specific advice on a certain topic.
If you're looking for a mentor, and you're just not sure about how this all works – this one is for you. In a casual, informal introductory call, a mentor will introduce themselves, show you around the platform, explain how our mentorships work, and explain …
Not sure about your newest design? Not sure if your code is as good as it can be? Portfolio site looking a bit, meh? In this session, a mentor will sit down with you, and give you some inputs to make your work better, be …
Looking to learn a new skill? The vast amount of resources on any topic on the internet can feel overwhelming at times. A mentor can give you an overview of worthwhile content, and work with you to create a study plan. For this session, it …
This session involves you and your mentor working collaboratively to develop coding skills, troubleshoot coding issues, or complete coding projects. In this session, a career coach with expertise in coding and software development will pair with you to work on a coding exercise or project. …
Whatever doesn't fit the mold: Get a full hour with a mentor to discuss your needs. Be it help with coding something, deciding on a strategy for your business, pushing your career forward or help with a project. If you don't know whether what you …
What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different—here’s what Ben says about their trial:
We'll meet for a quick call (usually under 30 minutes) where we:
- Break the ice and introduce ourselves
- Discuss your goals and how I can support you
- Coordinate logistics like time zones, meeting frequency, and communication methods
I’m a full-stack software developer with 15+ years of hands-on experience, and the creator of two long-running projects: the open-source mobile messaging framework ChatSDK (github.com/chat-sdk) and the Chinese learning app WeHanzi (wehanzi.com)
Alongside development, I’ve mentored individuals at various stages of their careers—especially those switching fields or building technical confidence from the ground up. For example, I supported an accountant in becoming an iOS developer; he now leads a team of over 270 people. I helped a medical imaging professional secure a top-tier software role in Munich.
I focus on practical, real-world progress. Whether you’re starting out, pivoting careers, or deepening your technical stack, I can help you move forward.
I can help you with:
• Programming foundations: logic, structure, and problem-solving
• Native mobile development: iOS (Objective-C, Swift) and Android (Java, Kotlin)
• Front-end web: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, Angular
• Back-end development: PHP, Node.js, Python (FastAPI), REST APIs
• Architecture: full-stack app design, design patterns, scalability
• Databases: schema design, performance, SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Real-time communication: Firebase, XMPP, WebRTC
• Tooling: Docker, Git, deployment workflows
Beyond code, I also support mentees with:
• Preparing for technical interviews and coding challenges
• Reviewing and improving your existing projects
• Helping you move from “plateaued” to the next level technically
• Career and business advice—especially for freelancers, indie hackers, and developers branching into product development
• Strategy for launching and sustaining apps or side projects
If you’re looking for a mentor who’s been through the full developer journey—from writing code to building businesses—I’d be glad to help.
5 out of 5 stars
Couldn't speak highly enough of Ben as a mentor. We vibe on many levels and without him I'd probably still be lost in the weeds trying to figure out my way forward on my own project. He has been invaluable in improving my focus towards what's important, both professionally and spiritually. Would highly recommend.
5 out of 5 stars
Ben is super helpfull mentor. He helped me with my confidence to finally do a CV and review letter and send it to a companies, that I wanted to try work in. I realised thanks to Ben that I need to make a bigger project to get a job that I want. He helped me to find a good subject and I am looking forward to start working on it so I can start my career in IT.
Chat SDK iOS - Open Source Mobile Messenger. Contribute to chat-sdk/chat-sdk-ios development by creating an account on GitHub.
Chat SDK Android - Open Source Mobile Messenger. Contribute to chat-sdk/chat-sdk-android development by creating an account on GitHub.
Reasons to take the leap and change your career
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