In this video I talk about how to learn programming fast and get your first Software Engineer job. Being self taught, we have to approach things in an efficient way to shorten the learning curve and become employable quicker.
Few tips as I'm learning myself. Currently doing The Odin Project. I have to say it is truly amazing as encourage to research yourself but still have solutions available so as the tech you need to use. Currently doing the Intermediate CSS part with Grid. Having skipped Grid before, now it is really challenging but it is a good and a lot of trial and error to understand. Better not talk about JS.😁 My tips are play around with everything, do even tiny projects just to get a hang of it but don't get stuck too long, research for answers or ask. Also learn the fundamentals as much as possible but still along the way you must learn them anyway. Try to find the best media for you. I love reading and being hands on so for me The Odin Project is great. Code along also works great Wes Bos JavaScript 30 for example. You can learn a lot from codealongs and reading others code in general. Learn how professionals write code. I suggest also read tech news and maybe start reading book also just to sink yourself more in the topic. And don't forget code daily and as much as possible. Also give adequate rest for yourself. Coding is hard. Also before I forget, read a lot of documentation. I know they are annoying at first. But easy to get better reading and applying them. Try a lot of new techs: Linux, Tailwind, Git, Node, etc. just to get the hang of how to setup stuff because there are a lot.
I’m 43 working in industrial automation. I program PLC’s and HMI’s for machines. There are lots of similarities but very different applications. Trying to transition to being a Python developer. A little bit everyday. Thanks for making this video.
The industry seems to be taking a weird turn here.... it's like were missing so many people so they'll hire anyone with arms and legs and I've done 3 full jobs since the lockdowns (big jobs 200+ people) and the general contractors seem to be hiring ridiculously blind job site security inspectors. It's seriously getting dangerous and I don't want a death on my hands for someone elses negligence
@@riotska I hear you. I get 3-4 calls a day for jobs all over the country. I think there are more head hunters looking for workers than workers in the market. More companies don’t have proper staffing for electricians to controls engineers. Now all the companies call the OEMs for any support. It wasn’t like this years ago. Time to change. Good luck! I started with the 100days of Python on Udemy on special for $12. For $12 it was worth it to just get started. Moving to freecode camp after that. One step at a time.
I watched a bunch of your videos, but decided to comment on this one. This is just an overall comment. I love how down to earth you are, straight to the point as far as the topic of the video and giving great advice. Also it is very easy to listen to your videos, you sound very sincere with your advice opposed to trying to put yourself in a good light. Please keep uploading content for those of us that are tryin to follow your footsteps. You have a great potential for this channel. Thank you.
Hey Brian, I enjoy the videos.. I quit my diesel mechanic job late last year and after a few months not knowing exactly what I wanted to pursue I started learning to code in apr of 2022. I initially experimented with a few different languages (as you mentioned in the video) as well as different learning resources.. I have since chosen and stuck with JS. It's been a long journey and I still have a lot to learn but hope to secure a job in my new career in the new year.
That tuitorial hell u talked about dude was like we was having a conversation with you and u made this video. And the follow along up until u realize you are only taking instructions but can you build anything is the question 🤔 real video there Brian, ur helping the new self taught community. Thanks for checking out. Peace ✌️
Thanks for the tips Brian! You have a very reassuring and chill tone, after this video, I felt motivated to work on my first website project. Will definitely watch again when I need motivation again! 🙏🏾
You're such an inspiration! Your videos give me the motivation to go the distance with this coding thing, and I'm actually transitioning from the tech support side of the industry.
I definitely learn more by getting a fundamental knowledge of the language, think of what I want to make, then go through the trouble of creating and troubleshooting. I find myself learning more by troubleshooting an issue on stackoverflow then reverse engineering it to know what every aspect of the code they shared means. I not only solve the problem and get help, but I learn in the process. Given this is AFTER the hours and hours of trying to solve it myself. Usually I can solve it myself but when I can’t no shame in getting help.
Finding a job as a mobile or web application developer is easy It’s landing jobs outside of these fields that are the hardest I am learning python and bash scripting for potentially becoming a system admin in the future My journey will be very long but I have to trust the process
Thanks for the video bro, I have joined a boot camp recently, and I code every day about 13 hours a day now. I have made a mindset not to give up whatever happen. The good side of the BootCamp is that they provide very complicated questions and we should search about it and do coding myself. Sometimes I struggle with a problem the whole day. searching different videos and webs help to learn many new things. In 4 days I feel I have improved my skills. Thanks for the amazing topic, it boosts my energy again.
@@lifejourney1661 It is in india named Brotorype. Self learning and practice. Yesterday I had fumigation interview. I passed 2 rounds of array and pattern. But I am going to improve 2 more weeks and have interview after 2 weeks again to do more projects in c and Java.
hello brother, i saw the video about ur experience on ur first job. and 2 day later i met the same problem like u, in my first job but i quick sooner than u,lol
I beg to differ with the “nothing special” about you. Tech can be very intimidating to some people who don’t know anything about it… it’s me I’m some people 😂 but here I am watching your videos. Thanks for sharing
Hi, Brian. I'm 28 years old. I just started learning to code. Considering my age, do I stand a good chance of becoming a software engineer and getting a good job?
Some terrific advice in here; as it happens, I discovered Codewars just yesterday. Someone recommended it as a kind of precursor to Leetcode. Thanks for the video!
