📚Reach out to software engineers for recommendations and connections
💡Start with FreeCodeCamp to learn JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
📱Learn React Native for mobile app development
💳Build an e-commerce store with Stripe integration for credibility
👨💻Adapt and modify tutorials to personalize projects
How long did it take you to become a self-taught developer?
—I became a self-taught developer and landed a job in just six months.
Did you use any paid bootcamps for your learning journey?
—No, I learned everything through free resources and self-directed learning.
What were the biggest challenges you faced as a self-taught developer?
—Some challenges I faced include imposter syndrome, getting stuck in tutorial hell, and the lack of credibility without formal education.
How did you overcome imposter syndrome and tutorial hell?
—I navigated imposter syndrome by focusing on projects and building credibility. For tutorial hell, I adapted tutorials and personalized projects.
What tips do you have for aspiring self-taught developers?
—Some tips include reaching out to software engineers for recommendations, focusing on projects for credibility, and adapting tutorials to personalize your learning journey.
00:00Introduction: My journey as a self-taught developer and landing a job in six months
03:39Step 1: Reaching out to software engineers for recommendations and connections
05:28Step 2: Learning JavaScript, HTML, and CSS with FreeCodeCamp
08:37Step 3: Learning React Native for mobile app development
11:29Step 4: Building an e-commerce store with Stripe integration for credibility
14:14Step 5: Adapting and modifying tutorials to personalize projects
16:48Challenges faced: Imposter syndrome, tutorial hell, and lack of credibility
18:55Tips for aspiring self-taught developers: Reaching out for recommendations, focusing on projects, and adapting tutorials
