How I Became A Software Engineer IN LESS THAN A YEAR

I created this video for those asking the titular question of how to become a software engineer. Sometimes the best way is to learn is from someone else's story. So here's mine. Also if you're based in NYC there may be an opportunity available for you here!

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[tomasma]

Being a Software Engineer is a life style :) I am doing coding for almost 20 years and I am still learning so it is never ending story :)

[evrgrc]

Coming from making wedding films and into the data analytics world and now just getting my feet wet in front in dev, these videos are inspiring. I can appreciate the editing of the film as well as the knowledge you're dropping. Keep it up!

[thedevotedkrap]

Hey man! I'm so glad that I found your videos. I'm currently a 7th grader in New Jersey studying Python from sketchy websites and Youtube. I've wanted to become a software engineer, and you inspire me everyday to keep pursuing what I want to be. Thank you.

Edit: (may 16, 2023) I am trying to pursue my dream of being a software engineer and entrepreneur at the same time, I am working hard! Thank you for all your support, <3

Edit: (june 5, 2023) I'm going to keep coming back to my comment and update it if I get a notification. And today I did. I had a good day in school, was decently hot and the weather was really nice. I got in trouble in school for researching about python HTML CSS and Javascript and 3d web development. The thing I don't understand is schools teaching you random things that you won't use and if you ever do, then in a crappy 9-5 job. I'm gonna workout from home (chest day) now, adios amigos. <3

[naturesounds]

Planning on leaving college since 3months ago, now I feel like I get more motivated to keep going on pursuing career in tech.

[thtnydude]

Please keep telling your story, I legit felt like I was watching a movie!! You have so much talent, and you’re an inspiration!!

[mistersir]

There's something about the way you narrate your videos and the music you pick to go with them. You now what you're doing bro. Keep up the entertaining work.

[lifeofdamos]

You are a great storyteller. Just starting to break into the tech world after years of working in retail industry. Wish me luck!

[rimouks]

This video is sick man. Amazing editing, thank you for the story. Hoping to break through into the scene soon as well!

[iqidon]

1:29 i don't think there would be ever a situation where you have to make a proper decision for the rest of your life buddy. you can change anything at anytime. it's never too late

[craignyatondo]

Great video, loved the storytelling aspect. It's inspiring to see more people who look like me in tech. 🤝

[justinwatson]

Hey Devonte, I’m a nyc based aspiring software engineer and I just wanted to come back to this vid and thank you for making this video I happened to see the day before the early application deadline for Marcy lab. I applied and interviewed and all that and will be joining the Marcy lab school in September! Your story is inspiring and I hope I have a very similar story a year from now.

[nikkichavezvargas]

I find your videos entertaining AND informative. ☺️ I really enjoy them. Thanks for creating !

[damontaylorofficial]

Thank you bro bro for this! My lifelong dream is to be a software engineer, and this fall I start my freshmen year as a computer science major. Keep up the good work!

[Revsmores]

I would recommend recording the audio interview in stereo or at least mono, it was certainly annoying. thanks in advance for the inspo, I am really going through a difficult time trying to get this idea that I can not learn code out of my head, this is my dream, I want a better life.

[suzetteking]

Your videos are so positive blessings to you.

[Techbro]

Wow Reuben Ogbonna is of same city and same tribe with me He’s Igbo I’m happy for you bruh🧑‍💻

[overvievideo]

This video is inspired me I want to be a software engineer

[_K_W]

I like you dude. I dont even know you but I'm proud of you.

[GracyGrace]

Love love this video and what Marcylab is doing. I would love to attend this college and get to my dream of becoming a software engineer but I am Dubai

[tiabryce]

this is how i fucking feel going to school for radiography! im not learning definitely changing my major