My Unconventional Journey to Learning Coding

🌟Learning from the coding journeys of others can provide valuable insights and encouragement.

💡Starting with no coding background is possible, and self-teaching can lead to a successful career.

😅Balancing learning to code with other responsibilities can be challenging but worth it.

🚀Building a strong online presence and taking on freelance projects can help gain experience and earn money while learning.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Getting support from family and creating an intentional coding schedule is crucial in learning to code while balancing other commitments.

Do I need a computer science degree to become a software developer?

—No, a computer science degree is not necessary. Many successful software developers are self-taught.

How can I balance learning to code with other responsibilities?

—Create a schedule and allocate dedicated time for learning. Communicate your goals and needs to your family and support system.

Is it possible to earn money while learning to code?

—Yes, freelance platforms like Upwork offer opportunities to work on small coding projects and gain experience.

How can I stay motivated during the learning process?

—Connect with a coding community, set achievable goals, and celebrate small victories to stay motivated and inspired.

What are some resources for self-teaching coding?

—Online coding platforms, tutorials, and coding bootcamps provide structured learning paths for self-teaching coding.

00:00Introduction and explanation of the purpose of sharing the coding journey.

03:40Explanation of the initial lack of knowledge and skills in coding.

07:16Decision to pursue coding and joining a bootcamp to learn coding skills.

10:00Starting to take on coding projects on Upwork to gain experience and earn money.

13:20Realization that learning Ruby on Rails is not necessary as there is limited demand in the local job market.

16:40Emphasis on the importance of family support and intentional coding schedule to succeed in learning to code.

19:30Addressing frequently asked questions about becoming a software developer.

23:10Conclusion and final words of encouragement.