Author:
McDougall, Anna Jean, author.
Imprint[Place of publication not identified] : [Publisher not identified], [2022]
Description242 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Note:Learning mentality -- What skills, tools, or programming languages should you learn? -- How can I learn programming given my life circumstances? -- Creating a learning plan using Agile methodologies -- Non-programming jobs -- Creating a brand identity and using the tricks of the trade -- Social media profiles: do's and don't's -- Types of communities and events -- The (mostly) unwritten rules of coding communities -- Mentoring and coaching -- The special role of blogging in software development -- Becoming a social media hit: building a community by going beyond the surface -- "How do I know I'm ready?": mental preparation for the job search -- What jobs are available? Where should I look? -- Creating an application kit -- Applying to jobs -- Understanding the classic job interview stages for tech -- Inerview preparation -- After the interview.
Note:"In 2020, opera singer and new mother Anna McDougall realised she needed a change. She had tried coding as a kid and was excited about a technological future, but couldnt help but wonder "If I try learning this now, will I be laughed out of the room?" Since then, Anna has not only forged her own career in software engineering, but has also helped hundreds of career changers find their way into tech. Now, she distils all her best advice and insight into one book, designed to take you from zero knowledge or experience through to signing a contract for your first tech job. This is not a motivational quote book: it is a jam-packed, super-practical guide with step-by-step instructions for learning the skills, standing out from the crowd, and nailing the interview process." --Back cover.
Location Note : HOUSED IN CAREER SERVICES.
