ughh.... it's not easy to be a self-taught programmer it took me a year and a half to learn DJango and React, yet there's still so much to learn and that is exciting part. but you are right no structure of where to start and what path to take, like everyone else I started Python, then when I tried Javascript, to me they are both similar, that is the advantage of learning Python because once you get the hang of it you almost would certainly be able to understand under prog language. IF you don't wanna waste your time and get a job quickly just go learn Javascript, you can never go wrong.
Yeah definitely not easy, but the most important thing to do is to get the fundamentals down. Once you have that, you can branch out to different languages 🙏
i’m 15 years old and honestly i think if i start learning how to become self taught now i might be prepared for whenever the day comes to apply in the future
Honestly starting early is the best thing you can do for yourself :) you're going to be way ahead compared to your peers! Feel free to check out my tutorial series 😊
@@CodewithVincenthello sir, I'm also a 15 years old student wanting to be a software engineering. I only have two questions, What course should i take? Should I go to BSIT, Computer Science or Direct to Software engineer. Also, I wanted to start learning how to code, what programming language should i learn first? Thank you
@@lorrainelauren9770Hi, I’m also a 15 year old like you and I had that question too. I would recommend getting into computer science because you can open a lot of opportunities in jobs with it. Like many good tech jobs require a computer science degree and you can also transition into another job if you’re unsatisfied with the current one.
@@lorrainelauren9770I m 17 atm and would highly recommend you to try harvards cs50 python, after that cs50 introduction to computer science. I think it will give you good structure for later (and you get a free certificate at the end of it). Python imo is the most friendly one but if you would like to make it your career one day, search up which planguage is mostly used in your country. Good luck!
Thank you Vincent. I took a tech bootcamp option for ux design, I enjoyed the structure but I agree, everything is self taught. Principles, Practice and Play/Work.
Thanks Vincent. This is helpful! One thing, let's say you've got basic/intermediate Python or JS knowledge. What kinds of projects should self-taught students start building to put in their portfolios? This is something that still seems very abstract to me as someone in that position. (I don't think PyGames are good portfolio pieces, but maybe I'm wrong!) Thanks!
Being self taught doesn't make you different in terms of projects. Pygames are good projects as well! The goal is to build stuff that can show off your skills to a potential employer. You can check out my other playlist as I walk you through projects and how to write a resume :)
I just graduated college with a Bachelors in CS but i never did any internships or have any real world experience. I also dont feel like I learned much/ forgot the things I learned during college :( do you have any advice for someone like me.
Hey! So my big recommendation here is to do PROJECTS to boost your resume. Also, if we learned the same stuff in CS, I'm gonna assume they didn't really teach you how to build applications. So I'd highly recommend starting! If you forgot stuff, feel free to check out my bootcamp series, it should be a quick refresher and help you build projects :) And since you already have a degree, I'd recommend you start applying for jobs after you finish 1 small project, and continue to build as you apply!
If i want to study a completely online CS bachelor degree would a company accept me for an internship while im also studying as the classes can be taken on any schedule or do they only accept you during recess periods?
That's something you'll have to arrange with a company ☺️ many big companies have strict timelines for internships, I.e Only during the summer, while others are more flexible and hire interns throughout the year!
Every single website uses html and CSS so you will need it. You don't need to follow my roadmap. I recommend web development after python because it's kind of hard to get a job with just python. With web development you can build a portfolio and showcase it!
Hmmm I'd say consistency is key. If you can give 1-2 hours a day of pure focus time. You can definitely learn everything and get a portfolio ready by 18 :) feel free to follow my bootcamp series
Either do a bootcamp or learn it yourself, all you need are some projects under your belt and a gut that can handle rejections, after that you'll be set for life 🙏
I don't have a book for learning python, but you can check out my playlist where I teach python :) I can recommend the clean code book I have in the video. It was a good read and helped me reduce redundant code
This video is perfect. Straight to the point and clear information. I also like that you added a checklist - in my opinion, its like a mini road map for us to follow. Thank you very much for this video.
Hello Vincent I am Joy from Germany. Can you coach my son? He is 12 year old. Please let me know how much you charge monthly. He want to learn to be a Software engineer. I really hope to hear from you soon, thank you Vicente. (Joy) from Germany
Start interviewing early. Every failed interview is a free peer-review on different skill sets you have, allowing you to quickly see where you are lacking and where you can focus more of your study time on. Not only that, but you begin to connect with recruiters and people in the industry who may be able to point you in other directions more suited for your skillset at the time. Good luck :)
IAM 15 years old i want to learn coding to become software engineer but because of some personal issues i want to learn it by myself online so 😅 yeah simply i want to become software engineer without going university or paying to any college or university 😊
Hello, I am 36 years old. Over a month I am very interested in coding. But I am, as you said in your video have zero experience in this field. After seeing your video I am excited to start, as you have motivated me. Currently I work as a Document Controller, with more than 10 years experience. But, you know after 36-40 nowhere to be hired as a document controller, cause most of the companies need young and female workers for this kind of jobs, honestly. Okay, I am motivated to start also I got free time to learn, let it take a year. But my question is - can I get a job, doesn't matter actually as a freelance or direct employee? This is the question, which I wonder. Thank you for great video.
Hey man, glad you found my video! Yes a lot of places have dropped the degree requirements. Hence, why people can get jobs from bootcamps / self-taught. Feel free to check out my coding bootcamp series to kick off your programming journey :)
I mentioned starting with python because it's a very easy language to get started with. Python is great for dealing with data, like cleaning or manipulating them.
Any advice on "The Odin Project"? which seems what most people recommend, and many people do actually land a job once they complete it. I just lost my job and started with it (used to study Python long time ago and now I'm super rusty), also since I am based in the UK, seems like most Junior roles are mainly for "Javascript" and hardly any for Python, unless you go for Data Science route. Would love to hear your advise on this, do you think following your links (freecode route) is a better option and slightly quicker?
Hey; so I've personally never done Odin project so I can't advise there, but I did hear good things about it. In regards to this video, I recommend starting with python because it's super easy to pick up, and then you can transition to JavaScript later on. Honestly, at the end of the day, it doesn't matter what resource you use. What matters is which one makes sense to you and which one you can commit to. Feel free to check out my tutorial series, it starts with python and ramps up to frontend development. Give it a try 😊
@@CodewithVincent I am actually looking for something with less text and more videos/explenation instead :) I will check it out! Thank you once again, keep up the good work.
Using swift for iOS development is more niche. I started off as a software engineer and then niched down to iOS. But now I'm a systems engineer, so at the end of the day the language doesn't matter
@@metalzt no, the certificate means nothing. dont pay for it. As long as you get the knowledge from it, that's what youll need and then projects blah blah
You definitely know what are you talking about. Which direction of software engineering do you recommend to choose? I tried frontend, and I don't love it. Then I tried iOS development with Swift and i love it. But vacancies a lot more for web developers than iOS developers. And now I'm wondering which one to choose? Maybe choose Android development or backend with Java?
My recommendation is to do what you love. Stop switching roles based on some rumours you have heard about vacancies. If you like iOS, then go down that path. There are actually a lot of openings for iOS I know personally because I get reached out for positions all the time. Now it doesn't hurt to familiarize yourself with the whole stack of backend and frontend, it will definitely make you a stronger hire! Good luck :)
Well if you're self taught / bootcamp there won't be much math involved :). As a computer science major, I just completed the required math courses and went on with my life!
@@CodewithVincent thanks, it just seems algebra is 80% coding. I dont mind learning what i have to but. to kno which coding lane to go with the least amount of math needed would be helpfull.
I have a question, there are lots of job requirements that say you have to have a bachelors or masters degree in CS. Should you ignore this when applying to the job?
Yes, I would say that you should ignore it. Worse case, you'll get a rejection. But that's totally fine, because you'll be applying to over 100s of jobs!
I am a computer science student. Our school has a course for full stack web development. Do you think I should focus on web development(do practices and projects) until I got a job,or learn an additional mobile development at the same time to have higher chance of getting a job or internship? Currently my thought is just focusing on web development. What do you think of it?
Well it all depends :) if you're new to coding, then stick to one and get really good at it first. But yeah learning both mobile and web will open more doors. So do what makes sense for yourself, if you can handle both at once then go for it!
Hello, my name is Timur, I'm from Ukraine. Thank you for the video. I am very worried about the question, can I get a job without having such an education?
you said learn python first then you said learn web dev first which would mean learning JS first. What do you recommend for someone has zero exp and is willing to focus up to 2 hours a day for this? My hunch is to learn JS first.
I recommend python to help getting your brain thinking in code. If you're on a time crunch, then go for JavaScript. If you check out my playlist you can learn most of the python fundamentals pretty quick 😎
What should I do because I have 0 friends my python advance course will be finished in 15days after that I don't know what to do as I'm thinking I should go through JavaScript? Any suggestion I'm on my own want to be a self taught programmer?
You can check my UA-cam playlist for intro to JavaScript. Also try to join a community on discord or twitter where you can chat with other like minded people :)
I started off by learning computer science. Then I applied for an internship as a software engineer generalist. In this role, I got to work on the company's iOS App. At the time, I only knew python, and a bit of java.
Sir can I apply a job in a company as a software engineer, I am not a bs-IT nor a comscie graduate, I graduate education major in math. I am starting learning basic python.
says" Bootcamp cut out things like OS and compilers" *continues to say "I've never been enrolled in a Bootcamp so I don't know what they teach HAHAA HAAA gold!
The stuff I said is based on the research I've done and also by speaking with bootcamp grads :) Also you can find the bootcamp roadmaps and they generally don't cover this stuff 👍
Hey Vincent, I wanna thank you for all of this information,, you're helping lots of people here. IF you don't mind me asking I have but one question, if I could have a word from you on this, I would really appreciate it from the bottom of my hearth: Im studying a career on CS, should be employable on the 3rd year, and Im starting a 7 Month bootcamp about web developement. But I am unsure if I want to dedicate myself to web dev, I'd rather aim for software developement from the ground up, is it unwise/ignorant for me to do this, and should I instead focus on learning web dev first, even if I am not as interested in webdev than I am in software dev?. Is it worth it to learn web dev first, be employable, and have a good base as a web dev, only for then start learning software developement? I'm confused on what would the best approach for me would be having in mind that I'm starting from the basics and I have software developement as my goal.
At the end of the day it depends on your situation. Do you have the finances to continue learning without getting paid? If yes, then take your time and learn both. But if you're strapped on cash, and need a job ASAP, then focus on your web dev bootcamp and land a job first. Nonetheless, I can't make this decision for you. Theres nothing wrong with web development and since it sounds like you're new to the field, I'd say give it a try and see whether you like it. Good luck 😊 feel free to join the discord~
Awesome. Thank you for the list of things to learn for getting started. Do you have any references of things to learn to become the best? Like what is it that you still don't know, that you need to learn to become Google or Tesla skilled?
If you want to work at a Google or Tesla, I'd recommend focusing on interview prep, that's pretty much it. If you can pass their interviews you're hired! So focus on data structure and algorithm, that will train your thought process and make you better at problem solving
I am in a computer engineering degree, but our college isn't helpful. They tell us that if we know algorithms, database and operating systems we'll crack all interviews but how do we get shortlisted??? Also what skills do I need? Web development? Machine learning? I'm so lost what to do. I have a year left and I have not started on any personal skills like web dev and ML, my resume is empty
Hey! The skills you need really depend on what you're interested in working on. But in general, yes what they said is true. All you really need is algorithms and data structures. In school I didn't learn web development or machine learning. I picked these up myself and applied for internships. So my recommendation for you, is to go venture out. Build some side projects whether it be a website, a machine learning model, etc and slap that on a resume and apply for an internship. If you want to get started with some basic projects, feel free to check out my playlist!
Hey man, age is just a number. If you're willing to learn and actually practice this skill, you're going to do great! (Same msg for both your comments)
I'm done bootcamping/self thought and okay with html, css, react and node Js but I'm only going to use the Skill now to gather money and further more in a college.
Think of it this way. You go to a foreign country and you use a translator app to help you communicate. It works for some stuff, but it's not going to be able to do everything for you. If you know the language yourself, you'll be able to go deeper and actually find mistakes in the translation
I am doing a master's right now but, not in computer science. Already a certified engineering technologist with experience with internships in engineering. From this video, I decided to go the self-taught route since I already have certifications and internships. I just need to fluff my resume with projects and added training/refreshers like bootcamp/ztm.
I work a regular 9-5. Work life balance is determined by yourself. It is your choice if you want to work hard and go for promotions, or if you want to just do the required work and live your life. In terms of how much I earn, I have videos where I share my salary progression. Cheers
ughh.... it's not easy to be a self-taught programmer it took me a year and a half to learn DJango and React, yet there's still so much to learn and that is exciting part. but you are right no structure of where to start and what path to take, like everyone else I started Python, then when I tried Javascript, to me they are both similar, that is the advantage of learning Python because once you get the hang of it you almost would certainly be able to understand under prog language. IF you don't wanna waste your time and get a job quickly just go learn Javascript, you can never go wrong.
Yeah definitely not easy, but the most important thing to do is to get the fundamentals down. Once you have that, you can branch out to different languages 🙏
i’m 15 years old and honestly i think if i start learning how to become self taught now i might be prepared for whenever the day comes to apply in the future
Honestly starting early is the best thing you can do for yourself :) you're going to be way ahead compared to your peers! Feel free to check out my tutorial series 😊
@@CodewithVincenthello sir, I'm also a 15 years old student wanting to be a software engineering. I only have two questions, What course should i take? Should I go to BSIT, Computer Science or Direct to Software engineer. Also, I wanted to start learning how to code, what programming language should i learn first?
Thank you
@@lorrainelauren9770Hi, I’m also a 15 year old like you and I had that question too. I would recommend getting into computer science because you can open a lot of opportunities in jobs with it. Like many good tech jobs require a computer science degree and you can also transition into another job if you’re unsatisfied with the current one.
@@lorrainelauren9770I m 17 atm and would highly recommend you to try harvards cs50 python, after that cs50 introduction to computer science. I think it will give you good structure for later (and you get a free certificate at the end of it). Python imo is the most friendly one but if you would like to make it your career one day, search up which planguage is mostly used in your country.
Good luck!
@@lorrainelauren9770 And he is gone. I'm 13 years old and I want to work in these kind of jobs. But IDK how to start
Thank you Vincent. I took a tech bootcamp option for ux design, I enjoyed the structure but I agree, everything is self taught. Principles, Practice and Play/Work.
Agreed, you have to do some extra work outside the bootcamp ☺️
Thanks Vincent. This is helpful! One thing, let's say you've got basic/intermediate Python or JS knowledge. What kinds of projects should self-taught students start building to put in their portfolios? This is something that still seems very abstract to me as someone in that position. (I don't think PyGames are good portfolio pieces, but maybe I'm wrong!) Thanks!
Being self taught doesn't make you different in terms of projects. Pygames are good projects as well! The goal is to build stuff that can show off your skills to a potential employer. You can check out my other playlist as I walk you through projects and how to write a resume :)
@@CodewithVincent I will. Thank you Vincent!
This was perfect THANK YOU!!!
Glad it was helpful :)
I paused the video to subscribe you bro. Good luck to your youtube Journey
That means a lot ❤️
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
Of course!
I'm 40 and starting. I have major doubts that I can do this but I gotta try.
Don't doubt yourself! Age is just a number! I've worked with someone in their 50s who just learned how to code!
thanks for the advice , i hope in this year 2023 , i become a full stack developer
I hope you the best of luck! Don't give up and I am sure you will reach your goal!
@@CodewithVincent thanks
subscribed , grt vdo.
Thanks mate! Checkout the bootcamp series ☺️
Audio quality is of the essence if you want to keep viewers.
Thanks noted
wow so helpful!!! time to grind now 😎
Good luck!
That was great!
Hopefully that helped 👌
Oh nice, I was searching for this.
Good luck on your journey sir!
@@CodewithVincent Wish you best luck for your channel 🔥
Thanks a Million mate
No problem!
the thumbnail is 2024, but posted 2 years ago
The things I said here are still applicable ☺️
Thanks Man !! Hope You Got One More Friend to your Channel 🥰💓..[ its Me : D ]
Thank you 😊😊
@@CodewithVincent ❤❤
I WANT TO LEARN THIS
AMAZING video
Thanks!
I just graduated college with a Bachelors in CS but i never did any internships or have any real world experience. I also dont feel like I learned much/ forgot the things I learned during college :( do you have any advice for someone like me.
Hey! So my big recommendation here is to do PROJECTS to boost your resume. Also, if we learned the same stuff in CS, I'm gonna assume they didn't really teach you how to build applications. So I'd highly recommend starting! If you forgot stuff, feel free to check out my bootcamp series, it should be a quick refresher and help you build projects :) And since you already have a degree, I'd recommend you start applying for jobs after you finish 1 small project, and continue to build as you apply!
Thank you
You're welcome!
thanks a lot
Of course!
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If i want to study a completely online CS bachelor degree would a company accept me for an internship while im also studying as the classes can be taken on any schedule or do they only accept you during recess periods?
That's something you'll have to arrange with a company ☺️ many big companies have strict timelines for internships, I.e Only during the summer, while others are more flexible and hire interns throughout the year!
I have a question for Vincent, is it possible to get a job without high school and university degree?
That would be the self taught route
at which level do you u think one shud start learning stuff like big o notation?
Earlier the better :) I just started teaching it in my bootcamp series! Check it out!
hey.. why should I learn html and css when python have Django?
and why should I learn web development after python?
Every single website uses html and CSS so you will need it. You don't need to follow my roadmap. I recommend web development after python because it's kind of hard to get a job with just python. With web development you can build a portfolio and showcase it!
I'm 16 now and I want to become a software engineer self thaught before I'm 18, how many hours a day would you recommend?
Hmmm I'd say consistency is key. If you can give 1-2 hours a day of pure focus time. You can definitely learn everything and get a portfolio ready by 18 :) feel free to follow my bootcamp series
@@CodewithVincent 2 hours a day is definitely doable. Thanks for the quick response
@@505m-s4p make sure to take breaks as well! Those help when you can't figure out a problem :) Merry Christmas
@@CodewithVincent Will do, Merry Christmas
I am 56 years old my job is cleaning do you think there are hope for my to learn software
If you're willing to learn and dedicate time to this craft, I don't see why not?
Remote Jobs. I want to be a SE to get remote jobs
Yeah that's a great goal! Also there are a lot of other jobs that are remote and doesn't require you to be a SE
Hi bro if im self taught front end developer can i get job software engineer
Yes you can
Im a beginner so should i start from python or html??
I recommend Python
What about without a degree
Either do a bootcamp or learn it yourself, all you need are some projects under your belt and a gut that can handle rejections, after that you'll be set for life 🙏
@@CodewithVincent thank you ❤️
@@brtlMJ feel free to follow along my bootcamp series 😎
@@CodewithVincent sure🙂👍
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Hi Vincent, do you reccommend any book for software development with phyton for beginner? if yes, which one?
I don't have a book for learning python, but you can check out my playlist where I teach python :)
I can recommend the clean code book I have in the video. It was a good read and helped me reduce redundant code
Boring
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🤪 don confuse , I don say your video is boring , I say I want to be software engineering because I am boring 😅😅
@@saingsodanin5891 makes sense 😎
This video is perfect. Straight to the point and clear information. I also like that you added a checklist - in my opinion, its like a mini road map for us to follow. Thank you very much for this video.
Just bare in mind, no checklist is perfect ☺️ but I tried my best to layout what I believe is the most important!
For the Money? Yes.
Work/ Life Balance? Yes Yes
Hate current job? Absolutely
Where do I sign?
Apply to jobs and sign the contract 😎
Hello Vincent I am Joy from Germany. Can you coach my son? He is 12 year old. Please let me know how much you charge monthly. He want to learn to be a Software engineer. I really hope to hear from you soon, thank you Vicente. (Joy) from Germany
Hey Joy, sorry I don't do personal coaching
Start interviewing early. Every failed interview is a free peer-review on different skill sets you have, allowing you to quickly see where you are lacking and where you can focus more of your study time on. Not only that, but you begin to connect with recruiters and people in the industry who may be able to point you in other directions more suited for your skillset at the time. Good luck :)
Yup exactly :) interview early and interview a lot!
Thanks! I'll improve all these points
I am teaching the entire roadmap here: ua-cam.com/play/PLEcHbCIBlyJryQxxElze2C_xMHLAJW94C.html
If I'm a cat, can I learn to program like a hooman?
Yes, you just need to learn how to type with your paws :)
IAM 15 years old i want to learn coding to become software engineer but because of some personal issues i want to learn it by myself online so 😅 yeah simply i want to become software engineer without going university or paying to any college or university 😊
Go for it, all the information is available online!
Hello, I am 36 years old. Over a month I am very interested in coding. But I am, as you said in your video have zero experience in this field. After seeing your video I am excited to start, as you have motivated me. Currently I work as a Document Controller, with more than 10 years experience. But, you know after 36-40 nowhere to be hired as a document controller, cause most of the companies need young and female workers for this kind of jobs, honestly.
Okay, I am motivated to start also I got free time to learn, let it take a year. But my question is - can I get a job, doesn't matter actually as a freelance or direct employee?
This is the question, which I wonder.
Thank you for great video.
Hey man, glad you found my video! Yes a lot of places have dropped the degree requirements. Hence, why people can get jobs from bootcamps / self-taught. Feel free to check out my coding bootcamp series to kick off your programming journey :)
but i will likw to know what will i use my python knowledge to do , since i am building mostly with JavaScript
I mentioned starting with python because it's a very easy language to get started with. Python is great for dealing with data, like cleaning or manipulating them.
Sorry for this question : do you think freecode and codeacademy it’s enough to be software engineering
They're a good start, but you'll need to do additional things aside from that. You can follow the roadmap I mentioned in the video
Hello Vincent, I have a question, what maths i'd have to learn? Thank for the video!! 🎉
Depends, if you're in school you'll probably need calculus, algebra, etc. Aside from that, the basics should be enough.
Any advice on "The Odin Project"? which seems what most people recommend, and many people do actually land a job once they complete it.
I just lost my job and started with it (used to study Python long time ago and now I'm super rusty), also since I am based in the UK, seems like most Junior roles are mainly for "Javascript" and hardly any for Python, unless you go for Data Science route.
Would love to hear your advise on this, do you think following your links (freecode route) is a better option and slightly quicker?
Hey; so I've personally never done Odin project so I can't advise there, but I did hear good things about it.
In regards to this video, I recommend starting with python because it's super easy to pick up, and then you can transition to JavaScript later on.
Honestly, at the end of the day, it doesn't matter what resource you use. What matters is which one makes sense to you and which one you can commit to.
Feel free to check out my tutorial series, it starts with python and ramps up to frontend development. Give it a try 😊
@@CodewithVincent I am actually looking for something with less text and more videos/explenation instead :) I will check it out! Thank you once again, keep up the good work.
@@CodewithVincent why web dev is included in the cs degree
If i learn Wev development and DSA that mwans iam A software engineer ?
A software engineer is just someone who solves problems
Gonnq be a self taught swe and you gave us the correct pathway!! Thabks alot❤🎉
No problem man! Check out my bootcamp series for a guided path :)
Hey Vicent Do I need to be a university graduate before going into Tech?
I want to learn online with Cousera
No, as long as you have the experience and skills a degree shouldn't be a limiting factor
@@CodewithVincent thank you, but I do not have experience at all, I just want to start the journey.
Can you also be my mentor?
This vid is like a blessing ! Perfect, precise and gives a proper direction. Thank You so much ,man!
No problem! Good luck!
I thought you will talk about swift..dont you use swift..??
Using swift for iOS development is more niche. I started off as a software engineer and then niched down to iOS. But now I'm a systems engineer, so at the end of the day the language doesn't matter
Agriculture, education and religion
One question, if you do the CS50 at Harvard, do you get some kind of diploma or certificate or is it just for starting out basically ?
If I recall, you can get a certificate if you pay. But what's more important is the knowledge you gain from it (which is free)
@@CodewithVincent Of course, but I reckon a certificate from Harvard would look good in any application :D
@@metalzt I guess, but since this certificate is so easily accessible, it doesn't hold as much weight if you get what I mean :)
@@metalzt no, the certificate means nothing. dont pay for it. As long as you get the knowledge from it, that's what youll need and then projects blah blah
Could you do "A Day in the Life of a Software Engineer(2023)" kind of video
Yup there's 2 in my channel, one is work from home edition and one is work in office
Why did you say start with python and then do JavaScript? Why not just do jacascript?
Python is a great beginner friendly language. And I use it a lot especially for interviews where it is less verbose
Hey Vincent so you have a program for mentoring?
I do, but it's only for serious individuals. Feel free to DM me on discord
bro you have a computer science degree much easier to become a software engineer with that type of degree
You definitely know what are you talking about. Which direction of software engineering do you recommend to choose? I tried frontend, and I don't love it. Then I tried iOS development with Swift and i love it. But vacancies a lot more for web developers than iOS developers. And now I'm wondering which one to choose? Maybe choose Android development or backend with Java?
My recommendation is to do what you love. Stop switching roles based on some rumours you have heard about vacancies. If you like iOS, then go down that path. There are actually a lot of openings for iOS I know personally because I get reached out for positions all the time. Now it doesn't hurt to familiarize yourself with the whole stack of backend and frontend, it will definitely make you a stronger hire! Good luck :)
@@CodewithVincent thanks!
which path is easy on the math? im pumped but not psched about all the algebra im learning so far trying to self teach.....
Well if you're self taught / bootcamp there won't be much math involved :). As a computer science major, I just completed the required math courses and went on with my life!
@@CodewithVincent thanks, it just seems algebra is 80% coding. I dont mind learning what i have to but. to kno which coding lane to go with the least amount of math needed would be helpfull.
@@coreycole3316 check out my tutorial playlist :) I think it would help you a lot and I don't really talk a lot about math (maybe just a little bit)
You earn a new subscriber from me. Well explained. Thank you very much
Thanks brother!
I have a question, there are lots of job requirements that say you have to have a bachelors or masters degree in CS. Should you ignore this when applying to the job?
Yes, I would say that you should ignore it. Worse case, you'll get a rejection. But that's totally fine, because you'll be applying to over 100s of jobs!
@@CodewithVincent thank you very much!
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I am a computer science student. Our school has a course for full stack web development. Do you think I should focus on web development(do practices and projects) until I got a job,or learn an additional mobile development at the same time to have higher chance of getting a job or internship? Currently my thought is just focusing on web development. What do you think of it?
Well it all depends :) if you're new to coding, then stick to one and get really good at it first. But yeah learning both mobile and web will open more doors. So do what makes sense for yourself, if you can handle both at once then go for it!
can u be a software engineer with an it degree?
Yes! Degree shouldn't matter, as long as you can do the job!
Hello, my name is Timur, I'm from Ukraine. Thank you for the video. I am very worried about the question, can I get a job without having such an education?
I'm not familiar with the market in Ukraine. But in NA being self-taught / taking a bootcamp is good enough to land a job in the field.
you said learn python first then you said learn web dev first which would mean learning JS first. What do you recommend for someone has zero exp and is willing to focus up to 2 hours a day for this? My hunch is to learn JS first.
I recommend python to help getting your brain thinking in code. If you're on a time crunch, then go for JavaScript. If you check out my playlist you can learn most of the python fundamentals pretty quick 😎
Thank you Vincent. This is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you so much for sharing this information!
Of course! Good luck on your journey
Thanks for the video! Am doing ur free bootcamp right now thanks!
Love it! How'd you find my channel? 🙌
What should I do because I have 0 friends my python advance course will be finished in 15days after that I don't know what to do as I'm thinking I should go through JavaScript? Any suggestion I'm on my own want to be a self taught programmer?
You can check my UA-cam playlist for intro to JavaScript. Also try to join a community on discord or twitter where you can chat with other like minded people :)
Content so quality I can't believe its free, thanks bro
Thank you! Hopefully this was helpful :)
Do you recommend the self-taught or starting with the free bootcamps you upload it in your channel
Self taught just means learning on your own. Yeah id recommend checking out my Bootcamp, its free and you can learn at your own pace 😁
How you become iOS engineer??? How many languages do you know ??? Which language you are specialize in ???
I started off by learning computer science. Then I applied for an internship as a software engineer generalist. In this role, I got to work on the company's iOS App. At the time, I only knew python, and a bit of java.
Sir can I apply a job in a company as a software engineer, I am not a bs-IT nor a comscie graduate, I graduate education major in math. I am starting learning basic python.
Yeah I know a lot of math majors that went into software engineering! Feel free to check out my tutorial series :)
says" Bootcamp cut out things like OS and compilers" *continues to say "I've never been enrolled in a Bootcamp so I don't know what they teach HAHAA HAAA gold!
The stuff I said is based on the research I've done and also by speaking with bootcamp grads :) Also you can find the bootcamp roadmaps and they generally don't cover this stuff 👍
😉at least you need a master or PhD to work on compilers for living
So learn Python first or javascript first?? Is the reason we want to learn python just for efficiency in technical interviews?
Honestly doesn't matter, I mentioned I like python because it reads just like English. And yes, I also like to do my interviews in python
Kindly assist please, any platform to freelance for coding tasks, your assistance w'll be appreciated
Upwork
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Hey Vincent, I wanna thank you for all of this information,, you're helping lots of people here. IF you don't mind me asking I have but one question, if I could have a word from you on this, I would really appreciate it from the bottom of my hearth: Im studying a career on CS, should be employable on the 3rd year, and Im starting a 7 Month bootcamp about web developement. But I am unsure if I want to dedicate myself to web dev, I'd rather aim for software developement from the ground up, is it unwise/ignorant for me to do this, and should I instead focus on learning web dev first, even if I am not as interested in webdev than I am in software dev?. Is it worth it to learn web dev first, be employable, and have a good base as a web dev, only for then start learning software developement? I'm confused on what would the best approach for me would be having in mind that I'm starting from the basics and I have software developement as my goal.
At the end of the day it depends on your situation. Do you have the finances to continue learning without getting paid? If yes, then take your time and learn both. But if you're strapped on cash, and need a job ASAP, then focus on your web dev bootcamp and land a job first. Nonetheless, I can't make this decision for you. Theres nothing wrong with web development and since it sounds like you're new to the field, I'd say give it a try and see whether you like it. Good luck 😊 feel free to join the discord~
@@CodewithVincent thank you so much for your response!
I want to become a software engineer, will it not be possible without any qualification?
you can prove your qualifications with a portfolio + strong interview performance.
But i dont have sticky note
Write it on your phone or computer 😂
@@CodewithVincent how can i stick it then that does not work
Thankyou for the video...really helpful
I want to start learning and I already know basics of Java...I needed a pathway and your video really helped
No problem! Check my bootcamp playlist :) I teach this roadmap!
Thanks a lot
Hate the current job!
Hopefully you can find some enjoyment in coding ❤️
Enjoyed your video and found it helpful. Thank you!
Of course!
Awesome. Thank you for the list of things to learn for getting started.
Do you have any references of things to learn to become the best? Like what is it that you still don't know, that you need to learn to become Google or Tesla skilled?
If you want to work at a Google or Tesla, I'd recommend focusing on interview prep, that's pretty much it. If you can pass their interviews you're hired! So focus on data structure and algorithm, that will train your thought process and make you better at problem solving
Because this three point 😂
I’m finally starting to take this seriously because I’m so unhappy right now. I’ve always wanted to be a software engineer. I got this. Thanks
You got this! Feel free to checkout my free coding bootcamp playlist :) it covers the roadmap mentioned in the video!
Hi there, how is your course going?
I am in a computer engineering degree, but our college isn't helpful. They tell us that if we know algorithms, database and operating systems we'll crack all interviews but how do we get shortlisted??? Also what skills do I need? Web development? Machine learning? I'm so lost what to do. I have a year left and I have not started on any personal skills like web dev and ML, my resume is empty
Hey! The skills you need really depend on what you're interested in working on. But in general, yes what they said is true. All you really need is algorithms and data structures. In school I didn't learn web development or machine learning. I picked these up myself and applied for internships. So my recommendation for you, is to go venture out. Build some side projects whether it be a website, a machine learning model, etc and slap that on a resume and apply for an internship. If you want to get started with some basic projects, feel free to check out my playlist!
@@CodewithVincent okay, I'm relieved to hear that 😮💨 thanks for the help! ❤
Very nice, the like button has been smashed 😎
Thank you very much sir!
am govt employee 56 years old can i learn software development
Hey man, age is just a number. If you're willing to learn and actually practice this skill, you're going to do great! (Same msg for both your comments)
saw you on tiktok. Damn I wanna learn coding so much
Cone learn with me 🙌 the playlist is in my channel
01:10 minutes
I'm done bootcamping/self thought and okay with html, css, react and node Js but I'm only going to use the Skill now to gather money and further more in a college.
That's fine, do what works best for you!
I am turning 33 this year.
Is it not too late for me to start learning to be a webdev or softdev?
Nope, I've worked with a 60 year old ☺️ we taught each other new things! Never too late to start 😊
I have a very important question: How learning software dev will change after Chatgpt and the explosion of the AI ???
Think of it this way. You go to a foreign country and you use a translator app to help you communicate. It works for some stuff, but it's not going to be able to do everything for you. If you know the language yourself, you'll be able to go deeper and actually find mistakes in the translation
Nice example, so even AI is not more than a tool 🛠👍
I am doing a master's right now but, not in computer science. Already a certified engineering technologist with experience with internships in engineering. From this video, I decided to go the self-taught route since I already have certifications and internships. I just need to fluff my resume with projects and added training/refreshers like bootcamp/ztm.
That sounds like a plan! Set up your resume with some solid projects! Good luck!
Super helpful. Im ready to dive into this world of oppurtunity!
You got this!
Hey, so how long do you work as a software engineer? How much do you earn? Does it have a good work life balance?
I work a regular 9-5. Work life balance is determined by yourself. It is your choice if you want to work hard and go for promotions, or if you want to just do the required work and live your life. In terms of how much I earn, I have videos where I share my salary progression. Cheers
Do you have suggestion what to learn ?
Check out my playlist, I teach the concepts 😊