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Taking the time to self develop. With the job hunt and interviews providing coding tests, I started to dedicate some time after work and during weekends for self development. This is split three-ways between solving coding questions, working on an exciting personal project and applying for new opportunities as I near the count-down to my UK visa starting to expire. At the start I found Leetcode and Codility questions to be quite a challenge, a feat I would never conquer. I would NEED to Google answers to figure out how people think that way and convince myself that I can't start breaking down these issues within the time limit provided. Within less than a month, I started doing one every two days while needing Google, then one every day and now two a day easily and I feel much more confident! Albeit they are the easy questions and I am sure after I grasp more concepts and jump onto the more difficult questions I will get stumped again but it just shows putting the time in is always worth it. What challenge are you trying to overcome and what are you doing to get a step closer to that? :)

🍁Happy Canada Day, everyone!🍁 Today is a different post where I share a part of my journey with you—a path filled with non-traditional learning and growth. My path wasn't traditional—I wrote my first line of code at 8, hacking HTML and JavaScript in the 90s as a teenager; I dropped out of high school but later earned my degree in adult education. I completed a one-year professional web development diploma. After that, I built software professionally using ASP/VBScript and .NET/VB.NET, then soon transitioned to C# and never looked back. Freelancing became my next adventure, and I focused on .NET, ASP.NET, and C#. For over a decade, I served clients while constantly learning and evolving. Along the way, I completed a part-time bachelor's degree in computer science, taught programming at college, and conducted enterprise training. In 2013, I created my GitHub account, using GitHub for Education (the early days of that fantastic program) for teaching from 2014 to 2017. By 2017, I launched my current blog and started to develop in the open with my first few open-source projects. I began blogging about 20 years ago, and although I blog less now, I've written three books and am currently active on LinkedIn. 📚Self-education was a necessity in my career since I too often ended up the senior on the team.📚 💡My journey taught me invaluable lessons: - School is not for everyone, so don't let that stop you. - Embracing continuous learning is the key to long-term growth. - Self-learning is challenging but incredibly rewarding. - Teaching others enhances your own skills. - Sharing knowledge fosters mutual growth. - Humility and patience go a long way. 🌟Over the decades, my allies have been side projects, prototypes, experiments, books, and those who supported me. Remember, every project is an opportunity to grow.🌟 🚀 Keep pushing the boundaries of what's possible, and keep learning!🚀 💬Feel free to share part of your journey or some of your own takeaways in the comments! 🍁Happy Canada Day!🍁 #CanadaDay #DotNet #TechJourney #ContinuousLearning #CodingLife #GitHub #GitHubEducation #Growth

🌐 Starting Your Career in Web Development 🚀 Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of web development? Whether you're a recent graduate or looking to make a career switch, web development offers endless opportunities for growth and creativity. In our latest post, we cover: 🔹 Essential Skills: Key programming languages and technologies you need to learn. 🔹 Learning Resources: Top online courses, tutorials, and books to kickstart your journey. 🔹 Career Tips:Practical advice on building a portfolio, networking, and landing your first job. Embark on this rewarding career path and become a part of the ever-evolving tech industry. Share your thoughts or ask questions in the comments – we're here to help you succeed! #WebDevelopment #CareerStart #TechCareers #Learning #Development #CareerGrowth

🚀 MY FIRST WEBSITE EVER (A Tale of Tenacity) 🚀 🌐 Networking has always been my secret weapon in the world of tech, and here's why: 📚 After my first year at university, I realized the importance of staying connected. So, I joined the University CS Groupchat. 🕒 Fast forward to my second year, I found myself stuck in a job I despised – security shifts. Long hours, night shifts, and constant discrimination were taking a toll on me. 💡 Desperate for a way out, I turned to the library, devouring programming books to find my path. 📲 One day, a game-changing message popped up in our group chat: "A member of the university business team seeks CS students for EU government contracts." 🙌 I wasted no time. I made plans to visit the university the next day, and astonishingly, out of 40 students, only one other person joined me. 💼 That moment transformed my life. I secured a contract to build a website for a local travel agency. I was supposed to have university mentorship, but that never materialized. No worries – I was ready to take the plunge. 👔 Suited up, I met the client. Her only instruction: "Copy and paste what you see online." I hadn't discovered WordPress, so I had to code everything from scratch. 💡 I conceptualized a site where she could list holidays, complete with login, registration, and forgotten password pages. I was working 12-hour days, grappling with HTML, CSS, JS, PHP, and MySQL – learning on the fly. 😅 The journey wasn't smooth. The client couldn't see progress and accused me of wasting her time. Yet, I persevered, learning valuable lessons every step of the way. 💰 In the end, I earned £3k and more importantly, priceless experience. It laid the foundation for my career today, and I'll forever be grateful for that opportunity. 🚀 If you're seeking a software engineer who can bring clarity, help drive revenue, and craft amazing websites, don't hesitate to reach out. Let's connect and create something incredible! 💬👨💻 #SoftwareEngineering #WebDevelopment #Networking #SuccessStory #NeverGiveUp

🚀 My Journey in Tech: From Novice to Aspiring Developer 👋 Hi, LinkedIn community! I’m Ovie Nathaniel, a passionate software developer and graphics designer. 🎨💻 Where It All Began: About 4yrs ago, I embarked on this exhilarating journey with no prior knowledge of software development. The world of code seemed like an enigma, but curiosity fueled my determination. It started from when I saw a billboard with a list of computer related skill listed on it. I paused when I saw web development while reading downwards. From there I made enquiries and made my own research and that was how it all began. I was already into design before I started this journey but I will focus more on my software development journey in this post. The journey hasn't been easy but I'm glad of where I am as at now. I started with frontend web development and paused for about a year and half because I really had to fully focus on school. Coming back from this break, I dived into backend development using Node.js, building scalable web applications that could handle thousands of concurrent users. The thrill of solving complex problems kept me going, even during those late-night debugging sessions. 🕵️♂️ I also had the opportunity to join 3MTT Nigeria cohort 1. This was what really gave me a boost. I learnt ReactJs and Backend development from the training that was offered. I was also awarded a Laptop device making my journey more easier on the backend. The only thing that keeps me going is the magic of turning lines of code into functional, user-friendly experiences. It’s the joy of creating something that impacts people’s lives—whether it’s a seamless mobile app or a stunning visual design. 🌈 Looking Ahead: As I seek internship opportunities, I’m excited to contribute my skills to innovative projects. I believe in continuous learning, collaboration, and pushing boundaries. Let’s connect and explore new horizons together! 🌐 🔗 Connect with me: Ovie Nathaniel Remember, every line of code you write is a step toward your dreams. Keep coding, keep creating, and keep inspiring! 💪✨

👨🎓👩🎓𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞! Great news for students interested in open-source software development! 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐥𝐞'𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧, offering paid remote opportunities for international students! 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞 (𝐆𝐒𝐨𝐂) celebrates its 20th year, having engaged over 20,000 contributors from 116 companies and 19,000 mentors representing 850 open-source organizations worldwide! This year, GSoC features projects in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Security, offering three project sizes with varying time commitments: 90 hours, 175 hours, and 350 hours. 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 $1,500 𝐭𝐨 $6,000 𝐔𝐒𝐃 (adjusted for purchase power parity), depending on the project size and contributor's location. More details on stipends can be found [here](link to stipend details). 📌 Here's a summary of key details for applying: 💼 Google Summer of Code Program (Open-Source Software Dev) 📅 Program Duration: May 1st - September 1st ⏳ Application Deadline: April 2nd, 18:00 UTC 👤 Eligibility: Ages 18 and above, beginners in open-source software development, open to all countries 💰 Compensation: $1,500 - $6,000 USD (varies by project size & location) 📋 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 (𝐚𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐒𝐨𝐂 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬): ☑️ Explore mentoring organizations and filter by programming language & category ☑️ Shortlist 2-4 organizations and review their project ideas ☑️ Contact the organizations before the application deadline to discuss your proposal (a crucial step for acceptance) Feel free to reach out if you have any questions! Let's make this summer a productive one with GSoC! 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 👇👇👇👇👇 𝐓𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬: 1. Follow the JobMate page 📚 2. Reshare this post 🔁 3. Comment "resources" below ⬇️ #gsoc #google #google_summer_of_code

QUESTION ❓ ❓ Who is in the developer world and does not have a college degree? 👩💻 How serious is the Bachelor's Degree requirement for most companies in this industry?? 🤔 I have completed a Full Stack Coding program, but in my search for a job I am finding that most places are requiring a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience. I do not have either of those things, but I am more than ready to get started in a career in my field! I am looking into getting a Bachelor's degree as it's been incredibly difficult to find work as a junior developer. There are a few colleges I have found that offer accelerated programs which would allow me to complete this in (hopefully) a timely manner. I have completed some college courses about 10 years ago that could be transferred but not many. In order to obtain this degree, I would also need a scholarship or grant as funds for this are extremely limited. I would appreciate any feedback!! Thanks! 🙂

Want to break into software engineering? Whether you are a career switcher attempting to change the course of your professional life or fresh out of college, there are some awesome creators on LinkedIn to help you. Try following these - and explore their offerings: Ryan Talbert He teaches career switchers javascript. But you can also find tons of general career advice in his posts. Eduardo Vedes ✨ He has first-hand experience, as he changed his career to software development himself a few years ago. He is always so positive and seems very supportive. Explore his posts and read his personal story! Xue Hua I stumbled upon her post by accident - it was about the harm of comparing with others. And I immediately knew this was someone interesting to follow. She is sharing a lot of value around interviews, applying for a job, and much much more. Liam O'Donnell Another likable fella, sharing a lot of insights and advice around the software engineering craft. Very useful to new programmers. He also offers a free course & newsletter - check it out. Brian Jenney A lot of advice and value for anyone starting with javascript. He also offers a free JS guide - you can find it on his profile. Tiger Abrodi A lot of advice for any developers and their career progression. Just today his post about the "Become a paid software developer in 12 months" guide he published on Substack got my attention - check it out. 🇨🇿 For anyone who can read Czech resources, I have two additional tips. Honza Javorek He is the author of junior.guru - which I consider the best source on the Czech internet for anyone considering starting a new career in software development. He also runs a successful Discord club for junior software engineers. Petr Glaser ⚛  and Nauč mě IT Petr is a phenomenal software engineer often sharing insights, notes, and more about the craft. With others, he started "Nauč mě IT" to help people to become entry-level engineers and get their first job in IT. 🔥 Who else you would recommend as a good source of value for anyone breaking into software development? ----- I am Pavel ✔ A software developer, daddy of two, and storyteller. ✔ I write about my dev journey, leadership, self-development, and everything in between. ✔ Follow me for more 🔔.

As I search the web for ways to be a more successful front end developer, I often come across articles that make me see things differently. This article in particular made understand how to ✨ask✨ for help effectively. 1️⃣ Understand the problem 2️⃣ Explaining the solutions you've tried and why they didn't work 3️⃣ Have an idea of what else to try, and ask others! I hope this helps other coders in their debugging journey. Highly recommend reading this article! https://lnkd.in/evhDK5Ba

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