

#109 - From Teacher to Software Engineer to Teacher? David Rogers Breaks Down How He Taught Himself to Code and Land a Job
Jan 29, 2024
David Rogers, a teacher turned software engineer, shares his journey into coding and the challenges he faced. They discuss the importance of mindset, mistakes to avoid when learning to code, and the competitive atmosphere in software engineering. They also touch on transitioning to Next JS and highlight the significance of clear goals, resources, and mentors.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Learning to Code: Observing Successful Students
04:42 • 11min
Navigating the Competitive Atmosphere in Software Engineering
15:43 • 10min
The Journey to Dev Journey
26:11 • 5min
Transitioning from Create React App to Next JS
31:10 • 5min
Conclusion and Program Recommendations
35:44 • 2min