Self-Taught Devs

Can learning to code make you better at identifying and solving problems? In today's episode, Matt and Eric discuss their problem solving mindset, what it means, and how it has changed overtime.

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You've finally secured full-time employment as a Dev and you're starting work soon. What should you expect for your first week? In this weeks episode, Matt and Eric discuss Erics first week as a full-time developer. Also, they discuss Matt's most recent project updates.

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If you're learning to code or on the job search, it can be hard to take a break from it all. It can also be hard to come back from a break. In this episode, Matt and Eric discuss getting back into coding after taking time away, as well as some psychology on being okay with taking time off in general. Listen in!

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Chris is a Software Engineer and the founder of Tech Tank which is a collaborative space for tech enthusiasts of all levels. Chris talks about her own background and transition into Software, what Tech Tank is and how it brings value to Engineers of all levels, and how to get involved with and start a Dev community of your own. Chris utilized the Dev community and her network to get her first job as a Software Engineer. See how she did it here.

Chris'sLinks: My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-ty-kim/ TechTank's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/techtank-to TechTank's Meetup Page: https://www.meetup.com/techtank-to/ TechTank Slack Invite: https://join.slack.com/t/thetechtank/shared_invite/zt-1ye3x0prk-VJm0VLmdA~hmhx1vRIueiA(Edited)

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Big news here at Self-Taught Devs! Eric has accepted his first full-time Software Developer role!

If you want to hear about what it took to break into the industry as a self-taught developer, join Matt and Eric as they reflect on the journey, the challenges, and what comes next.

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Switching careers can be a mentally tough task. But it can also be financially straining. In this episode, Matt and Eric discuss some of the financial decisions they made in order to be able to afford a career change. They talk about how they were able to save for their career change, how they were able to afford their Dev education, and what their financial plans are for after receiving a full-time developer role.

Disclaimer: The topics discussed in this episode are not financial advice!

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How do you get noticed as a Software Developer, and why does it matter? In this episode Matt and Eric discuss their experiences with building in public, posting various types of videos on multiple platforms, publishing projects, etc. What might make an impact to help you gain the right kind of attention? Can it help you land a job? Tune in and listen along!

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We're joined again by DeVontae Moore. Recently DeVontae was let go from his position as a Software Developer. In this episode, Matt and Eric gain insights on what that experience was like for DeVontae, what he learned from his experience, and what he has been doing since in order to grow his skills as a dev.

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The learning never stops when you're on the software engineering journey. In this episode Matt and Eric discuss some lessons they have learned recently regarding personal behaviors, working in teams, new libraries and more. Join our hosts as they share their insights on how they continue to learn and grow.

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The longer you spend in any industry, the more you spot some of the problems. What things bother you about the Software Engineering space? In this weeks episode, Eric and Matt discuss some of the things they have noticed that don't sit quite right.

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