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The freeCodeCamp Podcast
#96 Learning to Code in your 30s with Patrick San Juan
Sep 8, 2023
Patrick San Juan, a software engineer who first learned to code in his 30s, shares his journey into tech, the challenges of finding a job as a developer, and the importance of sustained effort in building a career. They also discuss the speaker's background in economics, their love for crate digging and jazz music, and their work-life balance in FinTech. The chapter concludes with recommendations for exploring the Bay Area and indulging in Mexican and Filipino fusion cuisine.
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- Building projects is crucial for improving coding skills, as it provides practical experience beyond studying documentation.
- Transitioning into tech from a nonprofit background is challenging but rewarding, highlighting the potential for career growth.
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Importance of Building Projects
Building projects is crucial in acquiring coding skills and experience. The speaker emphasizes that building projects, rather than just studying documentation, is the key to improving as a programmer.
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