Becoming a Software Developer Without a CS Degree
Read OriginalThis article analyzes a Twitter survey of over 450 developers without Computer Science degrees to uncover how they landed their first jobs. It breaks down the common paths, including side projects (42%), referrals (25%), transitioning from adjacent fields (17%), and starting their own business (7%). The author, a self-taught staff engineer, shares this data to inspire and guide aspiring developers.
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