How to become a software engineer with no experience
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- Опубликовано: 12 июн 2024
- We look at the 3 ways everyone becomes a software engineer: college, coding bootcamps, and self-taught. Which one you choose depends on your time, budget, and learning preferences, but all of them get you into the software engineering industry.
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0:00 Intro
0:33 1. College
2:41 2. Coding Bootcamp
4:34 3. Self-taught
6:05 3 Projects for your Portfolio
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You don't need a degree to get a development job, especially nowadays. They look for what you've done. Code samples you bring, previous experience, etc. Don't burn your money in school, teach yourself instead, and then prove yourself instead of letting a piece of paper talk for you. For me, I felt more fulfilled that I've become successful without needing a degree. I've saved thousands of dollars not going to a school/boot camp, there's tons of resources online to teach yourself any language and methodology for free.
Can you share some insight you’ve used ?
Can u suggest me what free course you learnt I'm looking for this
Can you recommend sites ?
You don't need a degree but it makes it easier to build solid foundation and get into the field imo
@@meows8603 don’t need a degree. F college
I have watched all of your videos and realized that you are the best person who can summarize the general thoughts in people's minds .Thank you for that .
I really like your videos, they are compact and depict reality accurately, unlike some content creators I could mention. I'm a self-thought engineer, with 0 previous experience (use to work in hotels, bars, event organizing). I started learning to code when I was 28 and a few months ago (~2 years later) I got promoted to regular back-end developer position and feel really comfortable with the new salary. I'm saying this to highlight that ANYONE can become a developer. You just need to have a plan, some discipline (to spend at least 15mins a day learning) and patience :)
Congrats! I'm so happy to hear that. Wish you success in your journey and don't stop learning, because the road only gets better from here :)
How much are you getting per hour and how many hours in total? Great job best of luck.
@@lokokrz.gaming It's regular 9 to 5 job (40 hours a week), obviously you don't actually work that long with all the coffee/pool/xbox breaks. I can give you a range: 20 to 25 eur/h, which may not sound like a lot, but it's twice the national average salary where I live (the cost of living is pretty low here) :D
I’m so happy to see this , I’m 27 years old and was wondering has anyone ever started so late like me , I took breaks from school so many times on being a nurse but being an engineer is what I really want to do.
Do you have a degree in CS?
I would usually not leave a comment but, this is the most clear video on the topic and you saved me. You earned a sub.
Thanks for watching. I’m happy that the info is helpful for you 😊
An excellent no-nonsense video that quickly gets to the point and provides plenty of useful information.
Yes
Hi Simon, I have transformed myself to a coder now. I have been trying since so long to become a developer. But couldn't able to write a single line of code. Today I have a become a good frontend developer with your HTML, CSS, and Javascript tutorials. You really made these learning possible for everyone. I strongly suggest this channel and your content to everyone. And getting into tech is possible for me too. Thank You once again to both of you couple. You both have done a great job in giving knowledge back to community. Please keep supporting and do more of these videos.
mind to share your journey abit? im thinking the same now...
How much time you utilise?
You got job?
@@faizannaseer1901 no I m learning html css Javascript no work ex with huge gap?
@@saurabhsharma2467 you mentioned you have become good front end developer
Currently I am self taught, but I’ve found an online course through my mentor which he is going to show me all the stuff he learned before and after he become a software engineer. I’m excited about my journey! Wish me luck!
Edit: I’m sorry for not replying to anyone. I don’t have my post notifications on but the course I’m taking is called “Roots Technology “
Awesome! Best of luck!
Will you share the course please? A link would be great!
What's the course?
Who your mentor ? And what courses I need help I have no college degree:(
How do you find a mentor
Great informative video that is concise! Good luck to everyone out there. Be willing to learn and don't give up!
you're amazing when explaining things having a big message in a short minute about what matters the most for the listeners....it's interesting thank u for your hard work
This was the most information packed video I've found on this subject! I'm really glad you listed project examples. Definitely subbing! I hope you make it to at least 1000 soon.
Thanks for watching and for your kind words! Yea, you got it! Companies just want to make sure you’re able to do work that’s similar to something on the job 🙂 so doing projects that are realistic, like a live website, or something similar to a company’s own product is a great way to show you’re qualified
@@SuperSimpleDev what would be good projects if you want to work in game dev? Is working on modding projects good experience or is it better to make your own games? I'm still exploring areas of software that I'd want to work on but games would be a dream, as many feel I'm sure. 😅
@@kiverson794 Now I'm not an expert in game dev, but I think anything you can present really well is a good project. Modding is great, just make sure you can present it well with a playable demo or demo video, and share your code if possible.
Also try making games to show you're versatile. Although, think of it like "mini-demos" rather than "full games", because people usually try your project for like 1 minute. So take your favorite games as inspiration and make 1 level/area/mission in that game's style (e.g. I like 3D and puzzle games). You'll learn a lot about your tools (e.g. Unity) by making a variety of differing styles. The graphics don't have to look amazing, just work with what you can find. And add features, improve graphics, bit by bit over time. (At the same time you can be applying for game dev jobs).
@@SuperSimpleDev thank you for such solid advice! I feel like I am some solid building blocks to learn and practice with now.
@@kiverson794 no worries! It’s better to do 2-3 big, deep projects that you can add to over time rather than spreading yourself thin over many small projects. Make something you find interesting and fun, and you’ll learn better that way. You got this!!
Prefect and great explanation, the topic is to the point, no unwanted topics, no disturbance, and the explanation is very clear and understandable on how to become a software engineer, what to do first, which to choose. not like other videos which have a lot of unwanted topics and the starting of the video itself. i want more people like this on youtube. you deserve at least 10k subscribers. good video 👍
Thanks for your support 😄 and I appreciate the time you took to watch and comment!
Thank you for the video, I'm pretty much self taught out of necessity for my job and just recently realised I'm being paid way less than I should be.. I think if I can round it my knowledge I'll be much better placed to get a higher paying job. This really helps!
Thanks for watching! No worries it is a journey, and you’ll keep improving 🙂
This is the best video ever. Thank you for taking time to make this. I'm doing a bootcamp starting on the 13th of June.
As someone looking to get into the tech field since going the informatics route has not worked for me, this advice and information is very helpful. Thank you.
Thank you for the vid! Also, I like your energy, very chilled and welcoming.
Thanks! I hope to make the journey easier and more enjoyable 🙂
That’s cool. I’m at an extended internship as Software Engineer in React at a cybersecurity company. I applied before for a new role that would have consisted of a team of 3 people only. I passed the first code test but the 2nd code test threw me off so I didn’t get the job. I’m still in the company as intern and keep applying though. I just hope they let me stay after my internship ends or I could get a job somewhere else but it’s hard since I just graduated this year.
Ah don't worry, I also fail coding tests all the time, sometimes you just get unlucky. The internship is a really big advantage when applying for jobs so if you keep applying, I'm sure you'll get opportunities
Hi, I’m graduating this month majoring in IT. I haven’t done any internship yet. Do u think it’s hard to find an internship?
This is one of the most helpful videos I’ve come across on the subject. Easily earned a sub.
Thanks for watching and for your kinds words 😄
Great video! Probably the best breakdown I’ve seen on the various routes to take.
I’m currently thinking of changing majors from cs major but I haven’t started it yet. I’m kinda confused but ur guidance truly helped me attempt these mini projects so I can be have actual skills for my future in college. Much love 🙏🙏
No worries! Companies just want to make sure you’re good enough to work on their code. Previous work experience is the best evidence that you’re good enough, but otherwise having a portfolio and a degree is also very good evidence that you’re good enough. A good portfolio puts you ahead of people who just have a degree and no portfolio.
I want to start by being self-taught, then proceeding to a boot camp that can link me to an internship. Nice one Dev.
Simon, i love your content it's all well explained and easy to follow. I look forward to your future content.
It is really super simple explanation for those new to software technology. Thanks Simon
Anything you can learn in bootcamp you can do for free. I would suggest being self thought, create a program for yourself, create a LinkedIn account network and look for mentors. Most people are willing to help or give advice.
Thanks for being so thorough!
Definitely going to be doing the Boot Camp route! I feel like it’s going to be more convenient and easy flexible way to learn coding for me :)
Sounds great 😄 you may want to do a few tutorials on RUclips to see if you like coding before taking the plunge
@@SuperSimpleDev that’s what I’m doing. I just completed Brad Traversy’s HTML video for beginners. So far I’m liking it lol.
I’m glad I discovered your channel, fantastic content
Yo tbh this video is FREE GAME. Especially the ending. By doing those 3 things you listed you are set. AS A FILMMAKER TRYING TO ADD MOORE SKILLs I thank you 🙏🏾
Thank you Simon. There are so much good contents in your videos. 🌺🙏
Thank you Ling!
I’m doing now self taught with you buddy. I’m taken the 6 hour HTML COURSE as soon I finish this I ll take any free class for a certification. Thanks so much again
im transitioning from being a 3d modeler to software engineer, this stuff is really cool =) im 28 and i hope i can one day be a software engineer and read all kinds of code for a living, maybe i am just hyped but it feels limitless because all games can also be made with code.. Thank you !
I am also a 3d modeler and looking into becoming a software engineer, have you started looking into bootcamps and such or just going to try to teach yourself?
Thanks for watching 😄 you can do it!
@@bustillosfernando94 i started javascript as my first language and have been reading 3 or 4 hrs a day / watching it being written, googling on my other monitor things i get curious about, in a few months or so ill make my first app or big program i think
You have a gift of teaching dev. I learn alot from your work. Thanks
Nobody has ever explained it like you !! Thank you for sharing!!
Thanks for watching!
Today will be my 3rd day that I have explored this channel and I am currently learning html/ css without skipping challenge exercises and I am progressing rapidly. Today, I just saw this video I am swearing to myself that once I already watched and learned all of your tutorials, I'm gonna go back to this video. Wish me luck!
Me too
U r the greatest person i I have ever seen. Thank u so muck for your information ♥️
Thank you sir, for this.
I was finding so hard to beginning this career especially been self thought.
I appreciate
No worries, keep going and good luck in your journey!
There was an article I read a while back about this guy who got the equivalent of a computer programming degree by taking only open courses on sites like edx. It was inspiring. Also, it will probably make sense to stick to one programming language, like JavaScript, and learn it really well. Then, expand upon that by learning other related things like React, etc. before learning other languages.
Thanks for the comment! Yes, I would recommend sticking with one language and learning how to make different parts of a software system rather than learning how to build the same thing with different languages
Thanks for the three project ideas 😊👍
thank you big time!, learned a lot from this video, on to the next javascript!
Great video!
It came up in my RUclips recommended videos, so the almighty algorithm loves you 😀.
Keep it up!
Thank you!
Thanks a lot for this! I'm currently doing my A levels and learning programming through your free courses. Hopefully I succeed in making a website ..
Hey teacher I am a Somali student in mogadishu that wants to learn programming, and i really like your lessons and honestly you are the best programming teacher i have ever learned from and i would like to be where you are and learn many things from you but i can't do because of financial problem and my family are poor. so thanks teacher, and i tired waiting your videos and i am waiting yet. thanks again
I've really look out to projects I could build as a self taught that'll help me in applying for job. Thanks Simon
I think the best way through a boot camp its short and one time cost
Yup! It is expensive, but saves a lot of time
Thanks for this informative and descriptive video. First part caught be bit of since contradict the title but its great that you showcase the data of statistics of employes background experience. Internship and bootcamp (bootcamp wich head alot about, good parts about it) ect was good and interesting to know. Was also nice you mentioned portfolo. Another note are you self taught? This was great video. Had to sub. Best of luck :)
Thanks for the info this was really helpful, just subbed 😊
From One RUclipsr To Another, This Is Great Content! I Subscribed :)
Thanks for watching 😄nice channel!
I appreciate this video. Watched a bunch like it but none made it as well digestible as you.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for this awesome video!!
i really appreciate your video as a beginner I learned a lot from you, ty very much
Thanks for watching! I wish you success in your journey 🙂 you got this!
I just found your channel and I love it
Cheers from Brazil Simon!
I must say your videos are the BEST ONES! They have helped me a lot on this journey of learning how to code. Im new and you are making a difference! So, I really want to thank you for all the tips and great videos you share. Im learning with you and other materials JavaScripts CSS and HTML. So, other than that, what would you also recommend and think it is important learning after JS as a self taughter and begginer?
Thanks again for all you do to help us!
Alik
this is life saving and very helpful video this guy knows how to teach thank you
This vid helped put some things into perspective as I am currently doing a self taught software engineering route and have already finished two of the projects all in one big project u mentioned. All that is left is creating a personal resume website. Thank u!!!
Can you share your curriculum. I am trying to be self taught
@@c4me540 started with a colt steele’s Udemy course on web developer bootcamp, then his course on data structures and algorithms, and now am currently working on a udemy react course. Afterward I plan to study for an AWS cert, then start a Udemy course on node API mastery. After all that I think I should b ready for applying and interview prep on with leetcode and hacker rank
Apologies for the late response btw
If u have discord I can send u a google spreadsheet that can help track progress and has links to all of the courses I plan to use, I got the idea from Reddit from a guy tem
Hey Dev, can you create a path /flow list for those who trying to learn code by themselves ?
Did he ever make it ?
i saw someone made it. it's a very complicated map. i would like to see how Simon did it tho!
This video was really helpful. Thank you.
Thanks for watching 🙂
Write know i’m in Japan and every day i have to try really hard and work more like from 22:00 to 07:00 and after go to language school without which i can be fired and i have just a little time for learning the web development and i choose learning that by watching your courses, what i’m trying to say is look, i wanna have a good live with good income and i really have to take care of my family and thank you so so so much for explaining everything step by step and i really hope that i can get the resold of it, well thank you one more time, hope things gonna change and of course learning everything by watching your tutorials .
i am just starting this journey, i am student at the university studying computer engineering and i really looking forward to this.
Thanks! Great advice!
Thanks for the great information! I am self taught and I love it so far. I know it’s best to stay away from Wordpress jobs but I would really like to get into the industry fast. Would you recommend me getting a Wordpress job and then developing more advanced skills for my portfolio while doing the Wordpress job?
Yup, it can work, but only if you're developing Wordpress themes. I worked with a few people who were self-taught/transferred industries that started off at Wordpress theme companies (Elegant Themes, TWG) and they eventually switched to other tech companies/tech startups. Just make sure you ask for lots of development work, rather than just setting up Wordpress for people. Many of the skills in theme development are transferable. Good luck!
@@SuperSimpleDev Thanks! I will work on that 😁
@@daniyellaharmon you got this! 😄
What I like about this video is the fact that you did not sugar coat anything.
Thank you for the video!!
Thanks for the advice. I’m actually making a career switch right now by attending a master program (data science). I’m more interested in SDE roles but I only have basic coding skills. Do you have any advice on how to build resume/accumulate project experiences? Cuz right now I don’t really have much software development experience on my resume.
I think the way most people go is to build projects in your free time. You can search RUclips for project ideas and follow the tutorials, then try to add your own features on top of what you do in the tutorials. Build a few big projects, make a nice looking portfolio showcasing your projects and you’ll be in a good position. If you can get a SDE internship/job while in school or while you’re a recent grad, that would be ideal, otherwise you’ll need to make some projects on the side like I mentioned. Hope that makes sense 🙂
@@SuperSimpleDev Thank you for your reply!
Great information, Thank you !
Great work man.if possible can you do a video about you own life journey from being a self taught developer to getting a job.love and respect from Sri Lanka
Thanks for watching! Maybe I will in the future 😄
Very informative, thank you.
thank you very much all you said here, which I am looking for exactly😇
Video was a great deal of help. Thanks
I was thinking of changing career since I did graduate from Network Administrator Diploma. I do lot of helpdesk support, troubleshoot their problems, server and network support. I see my friends who graduated or finish bootcamp they are more happy what they are doing. Since I felt this is burning me out.
Ah yea, I understand, I used to do help desk support and was just constantly putting out fires. There’s a wide variety of software companies, some are really intense and burnout is common, some are relaxed with good work life balance. I think youll definitely be able to find something that suits your values
Thank you so much your a life saver ❤️❤️❤️
I think the best way to start is to develop yourself within the company while being on another position that may be easier to get.
Thanks for the inspiration💡
No worries! You got this!
Awesomeeee! You are surely and underrated channel!
Thanks for watching!
i have a degree in IT, and it really makes me livid knowing i can't get a job without studying more. lol
It's great to teach you for a few questions.
at the age of 28 dissatisfied with my career, I both went to college and started self-taught :)
What did you do before software?
@@nealp885 I still work as a freight forwarder. On 2nd year we will have obligatory apprenticeships on the Uni, I plan to fully switch to IT then. I am still a little worried how it'll turn out, because well I earn quite well as a forwarder but I feel burnt out. For sure I will earn much less at start so I am saving as much as I can in order to be able to pay the rent and not starve for the first year or so... Hopefully I will have engineer degree in 2025, I will be 32 then and I will have to compete with folks 10 years younger than me but well... better that than stay forever in a job that doesn't give you any satisfaction whatsoever.
@@altair91100 I wish you best of luck!
Thanks for the information.
The best tutorial summary! Except, SD is not for a 43year old , engineer, who never coded before. A bit late to start up from the beginning.
A couple days ago I had my third interview for a full stack software engineering role at a pretty well known global company and all that’s left is to wait for their call if I’m hired. The anxiety waiting is killing me. If they say I’m hired my life will be changed forever. If they don’t I’ll be crushed. I feel like all 3 interviews went very well but it’s about whether or not I was the best out of everyone that applied
Good job finishing the interviews! And I hope they give you some good news soon 😄
@@SuperSimpleDev I hope so too… if I get this job it’ll be as lucky as getting struck by lightning twice because I’m a jr dev
See now I'm curious and want to know if ya got it! I hope you did!
Did You Get The Job ? 👀
@@esco7500 yes I did! This is the end of my first week
I’m so interested in software programming, but I have 0 experience or learning. I don’t know where to start , so overwhelming!
No worries, it's very understandable! Try searching for an "HTML tutorial" to make a simple webpage, or a "Python tutorial" to solve some coding problems. See if you enjoy coding and what it takes to make software. Good luck, you can do it! 😄
W3school
Thank you so much for the information
Thanks for watching 😄
I was so pressured and overwhelmed. On what major or programming languages I should take. But you just made everything so clear.
I'm going to take computer engineering. And take it one step at a time. Your video helped alot!
Yea, you got the right idea! Take it one step at a time, start from the basics (very important) and work your way up. You got this!
Self taught I recommend FreeCodeCamp or Skillshare or Udemy.
FreeCodeCamp has access to boot camp style material for free. Other site like Rithm have free code camp material.
Skillshare has professionals sharing videos of how to code, among many many other topics as well.
Udemy has paid boot camp style courses.
Thank you, brother.
I am starting a bootcamp next month with Nucamp in Orlando. I am ecstatic. 375 a month for 5 months. Very affordable. Rated as one of the best bootcamps in the country.
Nice I’m doing UCF coding boot camp starting this December, best of luck to you & your journey !!!
How’d it go?
I'm actually in my last week right now. My last day is Saturday! It was a fun experience. A lot to learn!
@@Nick-hs6df was the experience worthwhile for you? graduating with a biology degree this spring and am looking to start a bootcamp by fall 2022.
Very worth it!
Simon, You are the best.
Thanks it helped me a lot
Thank you Simon ❤❤
I already have my BS in biology/minor in chemistry because I was pre-med and have realized it’s not what I want to do. I was interested in computers before but never pursued it and now want to go for software engineering. I have no background in CS or coding and was looking into bootcamps. Do they teach you from the basics if you don’t have any CS knowledge? Or do you recommend learning something specific before starting the bootcamp to catch up to speed? Also, any suggestions for good bootcamps? I wouldn’t want to go back to school to get a second bachelors in CS if possible, but don’t want to hurt my chances of getting a job later on because I did the bootcamp route. I hear negative reviews for some bootcamps or some people saying companies are against them
Great questions! Yup, coding bootcamps are good for people transitioning into software from a different industry. Not all bootcamps start from the basics, some will get you to take an online pre-bootcamp course to learn the basics and pass a test to make sure you're able to handle the bootcamp.
You're right about the negative impression of bootcamp students though so try to go to a bootcamp that has a good reputation. Some that come to mind as I type this are General Assembly, Flatiron School, Hack Reactor, Lambda School, but I would Google for "top bootcamps" in your country since they may change over time. The top bootcamps have around 90+% placement rate of getting a job 6 months after graduating, so your chances of getting a job are quite high.
Keep in mind, all the bootcamp grads I know got tons of rejections when looking for their first job after graduation, which is normal, and they eventually succeeded so you'll need perseverance. But overall I would say bootcamps are a great way to transition into the software industry. Hope I answered your questions! 😄
@@SuperSimpleDev Thanks for the prompt and detailed reply man! I’m in Florida so I’ll definitely check out those you mentioned. From what I looked up, I found Codesmith and Coding Dojo, but there’s mixed reviews. I know it may be a tough journey finding that first job, but I think I have the perseverance to not give up. I just have to not lose hope. I already had ideas for projects and apps to work on previously so that also is motivating me to continue. Also trying to watch some tutorials online
@@jason9468 ah yes I’ve heard of coding dojo before and it does seem to have mixed reviews after a google search. If you’re open to online, many bootcamp a have online versions these days so you have more options. So consider your options 🙂 see if you can talk to people who went to a bootcamp and succeeded in working in the field to see what their experience is like and what made them successful. Bootcamps are not a guarantee you’ll instantly get a job (a CS degree is not a guarantee either) a lot depends on how much work you put in to the bootcamp as well as outside it (when learning on your own and looking for jobs). Good luck on your journey! 😄
Thank so much you realy make my day
now i get it
Great content bro.
Thank you so much!
Thanks for watching!
I think. Therefore I am. Great video. And lovely humans out there don’t be bogged down with the width and breadth and depth and length of it all. One thing at a time, one foot forward in-front of the other.. it will all start making sense. Don’t listen to the black and white contextual thinking .. learning is about exploration and not some rigid set of rules… with that being said be smart about problem solving.. learn how to learn.. more effectively.. learn how to search and what to search for… enjoy the process… enjoy the struggle… enjoy the experience and the chance to take life by the horns and make of it what you want. Take breaks and stay positive… keep on keeping on and it all fits and falls into place. Keep a child like mentality and a sponge like mind … there is no right or wrong way or path in this field especially! Just have fun and when it gets hard get serious about making it enjoyable! Attack from all sides and no matter what you will become exactly who you are meant to be with whatever attitude you have. For that’s all we have in life when it’s said and done. They can take it all away or give it all to us easily but what matters is your own personal perspective and that’s what’s going to contribute to the learning process and move you forward to that life you’ve always wanted to live. Smile and thank GOD that necessity is the means to invocation and start indicating a strategic and well structured plan of execution to destroy whatever topic it is that you want to learn. I hope someone out there gets excited and stoked when reading this. Because that’s what it’s all about. We’re all in this together. Remember … it’s the ones you have met and love that should motivate you and the ones that you are yet to meet that should always be in the forefront of your heart and mind… how you can contribute to their lives individually and uniquely… from all your heart. Hard work and effort will come an ability to bless and give to those all around you. Be generous with yourself and celebrate the small victories… that’s maturity and reward those who always believes in you… even if the only one to do so was your higher self… and of course and obviously the One who created and programmed you … GOD. Love One Another 🙏💕🐬🫡🔥💯🎯👌
Thank you Simon.
I love the way you teach.
Awesome video!
Thanks!!! bobo
Awesome tips.... just subbed.
Thanks for watching 😄
Thanks for sharing you experience
Thanks for the advice
Thanks for watching 😄
Thank you for this
Also one request. Please can you make this version of the video for 2023 and 2024 as well. I mean I would like to know how to become future technology ready in the software engineer roles. and Please guide us in detail formats as you always do. Thank you.