The CS Primer Show
E5: Omar the High-Octane Learning Machine
Apr 21, 2023
Omar Rayward, a Senior Staff Software Engineer who attended an early coding bootcamp, shares his study habits and motivation. Topics include consistent learning routines, transitioning careers from ophthalmology to software engineering, embracing failure, and the importance of mentorship and problem-solving in the workplace.
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Quick takeaways
- Consistent self-study habits led to career growth in software engineering for Omar.
- Mentorship based on collaborative problem-solving without formal relationships was key to Omar's learning.
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Maintaining a Growth Mindset towards Learning Software Engineering
Starting with a background in medicine, Omar transitioned to software engineering driven by curiosity about tech companies and growth opportunities. He emphasized the importance of starting as quickly as possible in software engineering, focusing on real work applications rather than traditional learning approaches.
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