Changing careers into tech is challenging, but with the right approach, it’s entirely possible. In this course, you'll learn that coding skills alone aren’t enough to land a job—you need a strategic plan tailored for career changers.
We’ll explore how to build the habits necessary for success as a software developer, covering topics like:
- Effective networking
- Building your presence in the tech community
- Managing your time as a busy adult
You’ll discover how to establish credibility as an outsider, and you’ll focus on creating the one essential side project that will set you apart from the competition and get you hired. This course is your comprehensive guide to making a successful transition into the tech industry.
Brian leverages his experience going through a bootcamp and now running his own bootcamp ([Parsity](https://www.parsity.io/taro)), where he's helped 100s of career switchers land coding jobs. If you're interested in Parsity, get $800 off with this link: <https://www.parsity.io/taro>
Overview
Syllabus
- Overview
- Intro
- There's More To It Than Coding
- Your Advantages As A Career Switcher
- Your Technical Foundation
- Why Foundation Is Crucial
- Know Your Fundamentals & Frameworks
- Build A Side Project
- The 6 Steps For A Great Side Project
- Finding Time When You Have None
- It's All About Time Management
- Working In Sprints
- Build In Public
- Why It's Better To Share
- The Value Of Writing Online
- Pick A Platform (And Why It Should Be LinkedIn)
- Establishing Your Brand Online
- Networking
- How To Network Without Being Weird
- Fostering Online Relationships
- Leverage Your Warm Connections
- Getting Experience
- The Chicken vs. The Egg
- Work For Free
- Landing Interviews
- Selling Yourself As A Developer
- Demystifying Resume Selection
- Conclusion
- Developing Optimism
- Maintaining A Positive Mindset
- Exercise!
- Wrapping Up
Taught by
Brian Jenney
