Getting Started in Software Engineering
Getting started in software engineering can be intimidating, from finding the best ways to upskill to acing your first job search and starting a new role. Here you will find resources to help you begin your career in software engineering.
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Step 1
Education preparation
Find articles that will help you in your software engineering learning journey.
Starting your learning journey
Begin your journey to becoming a software engineer.
Consider Coding Bootcamps
Evaluate which bootcamps suit your learning needs best.
Teaching yourself how to code
Learn how to code on your own with effective online resources.
Step 2
Job search preparation
Find articles that will help you prepare effectively in your first developer job search.
Building a job search portfolio
Secure your first interview with a standout job search portfolio.
Interviewing with employers
Secure your first interview with a standout job search portfolio.
Landing your first developer job
Prepare effectively for your first developer job search.
Step 3
Job offer preparation
Find articles that will help you with your first software engineer job offer.
Evaluating job offers
Evaluate all job offers from an informed position.
Excelling in your new job
Start your new job with everything you need to succeed.
More helpful information from our blog
Get pro tips for your job search from our blog.
How to Improve Your Coding Skills as a Junior Software Developer
How you can set yourself up to start learning new skills, practice for coding assessments, and get support from your developer network.
Developers: How to Ace Your Introduction When Interviewing
Here's how to prepare your self-introduction during your developer interviews so that you make an excellent first impression.
How to address a lack of technical knowledge during your developer interview
Here's how you can still secure an offer for a role where you don’t fully meet the job's technical requirements.