• From Struggling University Comp Sci Grad to Employed Coder - Tony Edmonds

  • Mar 28 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 4 mins
  • Podcast

From Struggling University Comp Sci Grad to Employed Coder - Tony Edmonds

  • Summary

  • To reach out and connect with Tony: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmonds-tony/

    Takeaways
    - Negotiate your salary and consider the market conditions in your area.
    - Remote work opportunities are available, but starting with a hybrid role can provide valuable experience.
    - Working in an office and collaborating with experienced developers can accelerate your learning and career growth.
    - Having mentors and leveraging their expertise can help you progress quickly in your career.
    - Bootcamp graduates can pivot to different roles within a company and apply their skills in various domains.
    - Don't be discouraged by negative news and focus on your own journey and progress.
    - When starting a new job, be resourceful, spend time learning on your own, and ask for help when needed.

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Background
    02:23 Becoming a Digital Nomad
    03:42 Fascination with Latin America and the Digital Nomad Lifestyle
    06:33 Choosing the University Path
    09:20 Transitioning to a Bootcamp
    13:03 The Benefits and Limitations of University Education
    20:05 The Job Search Process
    23:43 The Importance of a Structured Job Search
    28:03 Seeking Remote Job Opportunities
    30:50 The Interview Process
    31:48 Job Offer and Salary
    33:15 Remote Work Opportunities
    34:39 The Value of Working in an Office
    35:03 Transitioning to Remote Work
    37:24 The Importance of Mentors
    38:18 Opportunities for Development within a Company
    39:39 Pivoting to Different Roles
    40:36 Enjoying the Data Role
    41:32 The Reality of Getting a Job
    42:31 The Influence of News and Media
    44:30 Advice for Bootcamp Students
    48:16 Tony's Advice for Himself
    49:41 Tony's Final Project
    53:52 Connecting with Tony on LinkedIn
    54:22 Questions for Trevor

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