Talk to a Tykling: James Lucktaylor, Go Developer

James Lucktaylor, a Go Developer at Tyk, discusses his role and experiences in an interview, sharing insights into his work on the backend of Tyk's new platform and his preference for remote working, which he was accustomed to even before joining Tyk. He highlights the challenges of getting started with open-source projects, emphasizing the importance of improving the developer experience (DX) to make it easier for developers to engage with and contribute to such projects. James reflects on his career journey from Melbourne, Australia, through various tech roles in London, and his eventual landing at Tyk after an extensive job search focused on working with open-source products and the Go programming language. He values the flexibility of Tyk's remote-first, asynchronous work environment, which allows him to live anywhere without impacting his job. Additionally, he shares personal anecdotes about his interests outside work, such as his love for video games, movies, and data-driven decision-making in baseball, illustrating a well-rounded and thoughtful approach to both his professional and personal pursuits.