

#013 - Landing your First Coding Job with James Q Quick
Aug 7, 2023
James Q Quick, an experienced developer, shares tips for landing your first coding job. They discuss the value of a computer science degree, differences in learning tools between boot camps and CS programs, and the difficulty of getting the first coding job compared to the second. They also talk about navigating the hiring process, demonstrating adaptability in interviews, and providing tips for answering questions about unfamiliar technologies.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
A Random Decision: Choosing Computer Science Without Any Prior Interest
02:47 • 2min
The Value of a Computer Science Degree and the Difference Between Fundamentals and Practical Skills
05:15 • 5min
Differences in Learning Tools and Practicality
10:08 • 3min
Landing the First Coding Job vs the Second
13:18 • 27min
Navigating the Hiring Process and Demonstrating Adaptability in Interviews
40:39 • 9min