How I Became A Software Engineer Without A CS Degree

In this video, I share how I became a software engineer without a Computer Science degree or paying for an expensive Bootcamp.

PROGRAMMING RESOURCES:
Savvy Coders is a Bootcamp serving the St. Louis, Chatanooga, and Kansas City Community:

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TIMESTAMPS | CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro
0:33 - Don't Become A Software Engineer Like Me
1:29 - My Job Before Being A Software Engineer
3:57 - Why I Decided To Quit My Job & Pursue Tech
5:02 - Why I Decided to Join a Bootcamp
5:36 - Savvy Coders
6:25 - I Quit My Job
7:59 - My Bootcamp Experience
9:37 - My Job Search & My Study Routine
10:33 - My Favorite Resources
11:52 - Applications & Interviews
13:54 - The Interview That Got Me My First Job
16:04 - Advice & Helpful Resources I Used
17:50 - Have A Plan Before You Rage Quit Your Job
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LET'S BE FRIENDS
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MUSIC
Thanks so much to Ryan Little for providing the theme music featured in this video:
*Lucy’s Song*

[BrinleyPavitt]

We need more people like you giving good solid advice, not just recommending things because you're getting paid for it. I really appreciate this. Thank you!

[juelb]

Amazing! I also received a scholarship to a bootcamp, and am currently pursuing it full-time. So very inspiring as a career changer :)

[JamesCrossJr]

i also went down the learn on your own path. totally agree, the first interview was so scary but worth it. i was surprised when i received the offer. building a visual portfolio to show was also helpful. keep the videos coming.

[SaraCarvajal]

Your story is so inspiring! I've been working in tech for a year and your video on how to make a study plan has helped me organize my time and actually make time to study and fill those knowledge gaps I know I have.

[Pixelb]

It makes me feel good to hear you recommend Colt Steele. I found him and I love him! Makes me feel like I’m on the right track.

[_cipriano]

I graduated with a degree in MIS and I have been having issues getting hired right now because of the pandemic. I am not much of a programmer myself, but the field of IT is MASSIVE. Having a knowledge of programming is useful, but it is not the only path. A degree in tech really improves your salary and job prospects for sure! I met people that have already been in the field but go back to school to get that degree. Hopefully you pursue a master's now that you have your degree! cheers!

[beverlykwok]

I rarely leave comment but this is such an awesome video, great content and perfectly structure, very clear and on point. thank you so much for sharing, Sidney!

[Shiiinobu]

Everyone going through a self teaching path is inspiring ♥️ you're so inspiring !!!

[LawrenceDCodes.]

Congrats and thanks for the timetamps!

[carriep]

Hey Sidney! I love your energy and I'm so grateful I happened upon your channel! :-) You inspire me.

[courtneywright]

Thank you so much for taking your time to speak your story and sharing!!

[mmarceldev]

Andrei is amazing! I can't say enough about his JavaScript course.

[imosil]

Hi Sidney, just came across your video and it’s truly inspiring and awesome. I am in the same process of transitioning into tech and it is tough but thanks for sharing your story🙌🏿

[semenyodokpo]

Am so happy for you! You are such inspiration!

[BellePerjuste]

Fantastic VIDEO Sidney. Thanks for sharing, bookmarked the links.

[BrendaMichellleTech]

Love this video! Thank you so much for all your tips :)

[Denise]

So beautiful articulate and well spoken❤️

[l.al.]

Hi Sidney, thank you for this great video. Can not wait for you to be my mentor.

[Url_jay]

very Ispiring... im busy with Javascript with freecodecamp... its motivating to keep on

[crystalredmon]

I got a scholarship to a bootcamp as well. I graduate in January. I'm crazy excited but I get overwhelmed by the amount of stuff a person can learn. I know I don't need to know it all but it's sometimes hard to know where to focus. Best of luck to you,