How I Became a Software Engineer in 4 Months with no CS Degree (Honest Truth)

This is how I learned to code from scratch and got a job offer as a software engineer in just 4 months of writing my first line of code

No, I don’t have a fancy CS degree, and I did this all on my own using the internet.

I made a video on this topic before which is today still the most successful video on this channel, but now 1.5 years after making that video, I have discovered some things I would actually do differently to do this even faster and with a lot less pain.

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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:52 My Journey
2:17 What I wish I had [Sponsor]
3:25 How I overcame the struggle to learn coding
5:38 How I got a Job
7:17 How to maximize your chances of success

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[cody_codes_youtube]

Not going to lie, it’s definitely possible to do this, learning how to code on their own. Anyone can do it, but it’s soooo hard. I’m really glad you were able to and this is such good content.

Thanks for the follow up and transparency on your journey!

[dom]

Wasted so many years, I didn't take coding seriously before but now I'm back and I'm 101% committed this time. I had to change how I think and convince myself to love coding and enjoy the process which I now genuinely feel. Master the mind, and the body will follow. Embrace the hardships and struggles and you'll be unstoppable.

YOU CAN'T MASTER PROGRAMMING, NO ONE HAS AND NO ONE EVER WILL. THE LEARNING NEVER STOPS, YOU'RE JUST GOING TO BE GOOD AT IT.

“When you stop learning you start dying”

[codingbrew]

I also transitioned from a non-technical to a software engineering role, and this video is spot on! Congrats to you

[fhdez]

this video is exactly why I subscribed a few weeks ago. You really think like a programmer, and give solutions that hit the target audience.

[MCPeeBoy]

You said something that is very true. The job world is an unfair place. My previous job I got only because my former classmate works there and said a few nice things about me. Now I'm looking for a job and I've sent over 100s applications with a few interviews.

[fhdez]

"this might not be healthy but" is so real

[_ash]

Thank you for this, really appreciate it.

[ArmDoorsNCrossCheck]

Well, we become Software "Engineers" - working on projects that involve your life and other lives (like the airplanes you fly on) - after 10 years of hard-work:
1. 4 Year BEng Software Engineering degree.
2. 4 Years of supervised training.
3. 1 year for professional certification.
4. 1 year taking our exams.

You are a Programmer (or a Software "Developer" @ the very best).

[emazahmed_]

I was born and raised in Dubai, and it's been a few years since I last visited. Now, I'm finally going back soon! I've been teaching myself to code, and I'm really passionate about it. I've been wondering about the job market for self-taught developers in Dubai. Does you have any insights or tips on landing a job there? I'd appreciate any advice you can share. Thanks in advance!

[kiizasamuel]

Great message
What was your first job and after cs50 python which jobs can I possibly apply for?

[josuev.]

Hi bro, I am 27 years old, and I am very interested in becoming software engineer, I am currently working as DevOps Engineer but I am trying to start this new journey, is it possible for you to give me some advice or roadmap to start with? I really appreciate it and wish you the best 🙌

[israelojehonmon-nfql]

I think the best way to get into any frontend developer atleast get an email template job.

[Mycomputerstuff]

You can learn to code in months, even in weeks, but becoming a programmer is much slower process.

[nhfgsew]

What you think?, that got the original video, high viewership

[shakeelhussein]

I am accounts personal want to develop software for my work requirement and develop career in it.
I don't know which course I should do or which application I can use to develop software for my work, and my requirement.
And I want to know if there is any application I can use to develop software . I have no idea how to start.
I will appreciate for your help and guidance. Thanks

[vwudmdr]

Use the fear to keep you going in the initial days, Great

[nervousrobot]

so you were in the right place at the right time

[jojo-qkow]

Where can I find tech events to participate? Like, there is a reddit community?

[kardelenkoc]

what do i do if i have ajor depression and my surroundings give me depression. and bc of depression i have 0 moivation even though it's my only chance to finally earn money and change my sorroundings

[RD-rmsm]

Where is the link for python for everybody?