Hear from inspiring developers about how they found meaningful and fulfilling work that that also pays them well. On the #StoriesByScrimba Podcast, you'll hear motivational advice and job-hunting strategies from developers who've been exactly where you are now. We talk to developers about their challenges, learnings, and switching industries in the hopes of inspiring YOU. This is the podcast that provides the inspiration, tools, and roadmaps to move from where you are to work that matters to you and uniquely fits your strengths and talents.
DoorDash driver turned full-time developer
David tried DoorDash part-time while he learned to code on Scrimba. He is also a successful landscaping business owner. If you think these experiences wouldn't help David become a professional developer, then think again! This interview is about how David leveraged his experiences to position himself and secured an exciting developer job 🎉
Contents
- 00:20 Introduction
- 02:55 How David got into code
- 05:30 What David learned about SEO
- 11:20 How David Tell us about the JOB and how you stood out (Associate SEO strategist)
- 12:40 Transferring skills from what seem like irelavent previous experiences
- 13:45 How the Scrimba community helped David
- 14:50 How David found the community
- 16:30 Why talking in front of people is scary and how to overcome it
- 18:00 Did you make friends at Scrimba and how did they help you?
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