Software Development and Programming Careers (Official Discussion Thread)

[PikaDaDon]

I'm currently working on a Smash bros fansite. Using Vue js on the frontend and kotlin/javaspark on the backend. Doubt I'll get the site done before December though.

 

[TeenTitansGo]

I say go for it. Maybe Take the Intro CompSci class or watch some tutorials on programming to see if it is something that interests you. Can't speak from the Professional side but the academic CompSci stuff is usually alot of reasoning, logic, and problem solving just like Math. I remember you talking about wanting to major in Math, I was originally going to do that with a CompSci Minor because I could have graduated sooner but ended up going the other way CompSci Major with a Mathish Concentration(Scientific Computing). A lot of Software developer Job postings usually ask for CompSci, Engineering or Math majors also if you find a passion for it and want to do it professionally.

Thanks!

What made you switch? I'm currently doing a data science course on Coursera that's like $50 for a certificate, it's not much but it's something I guess lol.

 

[TeenTitansGo]

I'm currently working on a Smash bros fansite. Using Vue js on the frontend and kotlin/javaspark on the backend. Doubt I'll get the site done before December though.

That seems hella difficult lol. Are you a programmer?

 

[Freedman]

Thanks!

What made you switch? I'm currently doing a data science course on Coursera that's like $50 for a certificate, it's not much but it's something I guess lol.

I liked math but I for sure knew I wanted to work in the Tech Industry so I felt Computer Science would best help prepare me for that. The school I'm going to also happened to have the a Math concentration for Computer Science majors so It was a best of both worlds type thing

 

[PikaDaDon]

That seems hella difficult lol. Are you a programmer?

Why do you think it would be difficult?

I'm not a professional coder. Just a college dropout with no job history. An all around loser who wasted years watching porn and playing video games. Trying to get my life together now. Currently building up a viable portfolio in hopes of gaining employment as a full stack web developer.

 

[DJSmooth]

Anyone here minored in computer science in college?

What is your current major? And what are your aspirations with a CS minor?

 

[Sonny Bonds]

Why do you think it would be difficult?

I'm not a professional coder. Just a college dropout with no job history. An all around loser who wasted years watching porn and playing video games. Trying to get my life together now. Currently building up a viable portfolio in hopes of gaining employment as a full stack web developer.

What city are you in?

 

[PikaDaDon]

What city are you in?

New York. Why?

 

[Sonny Bonds]

New York. Why?

I sent you a PM.

 

[PikaDaDon]

I sent you a PM.

I really appreciate the help but I already know how to code (books, coursera, lynda.com, youtube). I just don't have the portfolio prove it (which is what I'm trying to build right now). But I guess the main thing about these bootcamps is the networking and the 'promise' of employment after completion. Sadly NYC is a competitive market even for boot camp graduates and advanced degree holders. So I'm actually looking to move to a city with a small/medium tech market (so less competition for jobs). Currently looking at Atlanta, Miami, and Las Vegas (with Vegas being at the top of my list since I've fantasized living in such a vibrant and lively city with stuff going on all the time)

 

[DJSmooth]

I really appreciate the help but I already know how to code (books, coursera, lynda.com, youtube). I just don't have the portfolio prove it (which is what I'm trying to build right now). But I guess the main thing about these bootcamps is the networking and the 'promise' of employment after completion. Sadly NYC is a competitive market even for boot camp graduates and advanced degree holders. So I'm actually looking to move to a city with a small/medium tech market (so less competition for jobs). Currently looking at Atlanta, Miami, and Las Vegas (with Vegas being at the top of my list since I've fantasized living in such a vibrant and lively city with stuff going on all the time)

Lmao it's easier to get a programming job in New York vs the cities that you just mentioned. More jobs mean more opportunities.

 

[Obreh Winfrey]

Lmao it's easier to get a programming job in New York vs the cities that you just mentioned. More jobs mean more opportunities.

If we're being reality, the bulk of developer job postings are targeted at people with several years of experience. So regardless of how many spots are open in NY, he's still looking at the about the same amount of prospects.

 

[Thanos]

I really appreciate the help but I already know how to code (books, coursera, lynda.com, youtube). I just don't have the portfolio prove it (which is what I'm trying to build right now). But I guess the main thing about these bootcamps is the networking and the 'promise' of employment after completion. Sadly NYC is a competitive market even for boot camp graduates and advanced degree holders. So I'm actually looking to move to a city with a small/medium tech market (so less competition for jobs). Currently looking at Atlanta, Miami, and Las Vegas (with Vegas being at the top of my list since I've fantasized living in such a vibrant and lively city with stuff going on all the time)

Yeahhh, I'mma keep it real with you on Atlanta. Atlanta has 1/3 of the amount of jobs as NYC with much more disparity. The entry level market 1-2 is barely exist and even more so without a degree.

You can try for the west, they are more lenient with not having a degree. You can even try Chicago, I haven't had much pull over there outside of trading companies, the home of overly difficult evaluations.

 

[DJSmooth]

If we're being reality, the bulk of developer job postings are targeted at people with several years of experience. So regardless of how many spots are open in NY, he's still looking at the about the same amount of prospects.

Not true. If he is applying to the same 10-15 positions in Atlanta vs 100+ in the NYC area. He's going to have a higher chance of someone being lenient on his lack of experience just based on numbers.

But I do agree all companies want several years of experience. As Thanos said it's damn near no so thing as an entry level positions. You need to be a functioning mid level developer to apply to a Jr position unless you get hired straight out of college.

 

[Takerstani]

I created my first node/express site. Never made it to sleep last night, finished at 8am. I ran into problems and was able to get everything fixed. Now, I'm adding a Paypal checkout and the email for the contact page. I love this. I can't wait til I am able to do it full time. Being paid by a relative for this site, they'd wanted one for a while for their small business. Showed them what I came up with and they're excited. Next week, I'll at least have one project to add to my resume, then begin my second.

Stepping away from JS to learn Python was the best choice I could've made. Things just made so much more sense, when I came back. What problems I run into, I can research and figure out with trial and error.