My Journey To Becoming A Software Developer/Engineer | South African Youtuber 

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You can do it!

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Would love to know if SA universities offer web dev as a course? Would love to hear about your journey

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It's definitely not too late. All the best with your journey❤️

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Yeah, I've been coding.😅

@@TheTshegofatso Which language is your fav?

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Hey, Offerzen worked well for me. I got two job offers from there. I also recommend applying directly on Company sites.

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I think it differs with companies. Some want you to have a degree and others will give you a test to do or a technical interview to assess your skill level.

I knew a bit when starting out at work but I had a lot to learn. It was challenging at first but I got the hang of things.

I learnt React Native during my final year. We had to build a mobile app and we made use of React Native.

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Hi, I’m not too sure of any specific sites but I definitely recommend applying. I got an internship before I was done with my studies.

Shoot me an email, Tshegofatso12@gmail.com

Hey, I think it's best to go the route the works best for you.

It depends on what you're looking for.

Yes, it's possible. You just need to be ready to put in the work.

Good day, unfortunately I'm not very well informed in that field.

I'm not too sure. I suggesting doing a bit more research on what they both entail so you can make a decision.

It depends on the company. Some just do a normal interview where they ask questions. Others make you code or give you a test before interviewing.

You should basically be prepared to do live coding. They will probably make you solve a problem live either via debugging some code, a take home assignment or some math stuff. 😭 Some make you write it on a whiteboard. But you'll be fine don't worry

Can you use Google as a helping hand in coding 😭😭

A software developer simply builds software whereas a software engineer is involved in the designing, development, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of software.

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I was only working part-time when I was studying

I know your pain

Sounds hectic but you got this.💪🏾

@Yanga Manga I did it last semester

Same here I'm worried that my school might not have the proper subjects so I'll fall back in university

I would suggest Math and Physics as it's a requirement at some universities to study Computer Science. IT is not a requirement but it helps with teaching the basics of coding.

If you have Maths, Physics and English you should be good for most universities.

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I studied BSc Computer Science

I'm honestly not to sure.

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I don’t it’s ever too late to start if it’s something you really wanna do.

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I know someone who started at 31 and is now in his mid 30s....he is doing very well

I think you need a bit of experience. Maybe try working on some projects.

Hey, not really

Hi, I would suggest checking the requirements for the degree you're interested in doing.

Hey, you can get in touch with me via email Tshegofatso12@gmail.com

Not at the Unversity of Pretoria. You can check the requirements on the website of the university you want to apply to.

Hey, you're welcome. I'm honestly not too sure.

You can become a software engineer with a chemical engineering degree.

Thanks for your response... How so? if I may ask?

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I studied Computer Science

@@TheTshegofatso if I may ask do your maths and science have to be mad good cause I ain't fan them

@@tiroyaonematsime5593 I didn't do well in physics and my final math mark was 68%.

@@tiroyaonematsime5593 no. Maths is gonna be very important if you want to do Machine Learning/Data Science. But for App and Web Dev, you don't need heavy maths. Chances are, you hate the part of maths you won't ever use

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The main languages I learnt in university was C++ and Java. I also learnt other languages depending on the module.

@The Tshegofatso so would you recommend I move on from python ( as I know the basics) to Java and c++ if I want to get better

@@banana_assasin3907 I think it all depends on what you’re trying to accomplish.

Python isn't a bad option in this day and age it's a new language which means new/more opportunities

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No, here's a video outlining the requirements - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-4eakD-MW7yg.html

@@TheTshegofatso love you wena may God bless you with all the happiness yoou you need in life

@@TheTshegofatso what about IT

I did Maths, English, Afrikaans, LO, Physics, IT and Hospitality Studies

My current salary as a Software Engineer with ~1 year experience is in the R25k-R35k range.

Hey, no problem. You can send me a dm or email.

@@TheTshegofatso I sent you a DM on Instagram.

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@@TheTshegofatso really oh thank lord. Can you please tell grade 10 to 12 subjects that are important to become a Software engineer please

I don't think they're as high as people think but they're higher than the average salary in South Africa.

@Yanga Manga around 12-18000 Been researching on this too, I did IT way back and dropped it at at second year as I moved countries and couldn't continue where I moved to -Germany as I had to do language and start a fresh and later settled in SA ,did other things and raised my kids but now at 40 and yes a biack woman wanting to go back to it but not full on IT rather software development, think my age would be an obstacle? I will don't anyway .I did computer maintenance and network technology first and then moved to IT where I didn't finish so don't really wanna go through all those other subjects and just dive into programming and spend my time on learning that.so age won't hinder right? Anyway i will dive in and give my best and with God on my side, He will open doors,I just have to work hard on my part

I started with HTMl, CSS and Javascript and then moved to C++ and Java

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Can't think of any at the moment. Haven't worked with Delphi for a while but you can shoot me an email or dm for any questions.

My life has been so boring lately.😅🙆🏾‍♀️

@@TheTshegofatso no such thing as a boring life when you're a business woman

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Thank you! I just started a new position so I'm currently not looking for employment.

Hi Themba, Data Scientist here looking for an internship or entry level job opportunity 🙋🏽‍♀️

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Hi, no I'm not.

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You can. Even if you had studied Marketing you could still do a career switch. I know a lot of people who did exactly that!

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You can still become a software developer.

Wisani and Tshego. You just answered my question. In the middle of career switch. Hence I found your video Tshego. Thank you so much

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No, I am not.

Thanks for ur inspiration IAM also taking software engineering

Hey, you can send me an email Tshegofatso12@gmail.com

I studied computer science for 3 years.

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