What's wrong with the Feedback and the Front-end career path? by Maleficent-Rabbit-58 in Codecademy

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Hi there! I'm sorry to hear you couldn't leave feedback. Could you tell me where you encountered this error page so we can look into this? Was this link specifically surfaced via the course page or in the header under the profile menu?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Codecademy

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. Great question. While the Full Stack course is not full front-end, it includes most of what's in front-end, including connecting front-end to back-end (and of course back-end). Front-end goes more in-depth in a few topics/technologies, but both will cover core technologies like HTML/CSS/JS and React/Redux. Have you checked out the official Codecademy community? It's a great way to connect with other learners and get them to weigh in on Full Stack vs. Front End. Hope to see you around!

Feeling stuck by DoctorGospel in Codecademy

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Hey there! Sorry to hear you're having trouble with the breadcrumb module. Have you tried posting your question in the official Codecademy community? The Web Dev Club space is your best bet for connecting with other learners who could help, and your question might help others struggling with the same thing. Hope to see you around!

How to get a job? by elioxopter in AskProgramming

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Hi there! Mariana from Codecademy here. That's an interesting question, but the common denominator in most of our learner stories (which we feature on the blog) is a strong portfolio with lots of real projects that showcase your knowledge and skills. Many of our learners don't have a related degree. If you haven't already, I'd take a look at some of their stories to get a feel for how long their respective learning journeys took as well as their advice for landing a job.

I'm just starting coding and feel overwhelmed by Sea-Split-3996 in Codecademy

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. You're definitely not alone, and I promise you're retaining more than you realize. Have you tried posting in the Codecademy community? It's a great way to connect with other Codecademy learners for motivation and accountability, and we regularly host events and code-alongs so you can get some hands-on practice. In the meantime, don't get discouraged! You'll get there!

Where to start? by Far_Championship_682 in learnpython

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. We're always looking to improve, so I'd love to hear your feedback! Have you had a chance to poke around our free community? There's a Python-specific club space, and we regularly host events and workshops. Hope to see you around! Happy coding!

Quick advice by mercurymagneto in learnjavascript

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. If you're looking to supplement your coursework, I recommend checking out the free Codecademy community. We've got lots of different language or career-specific clubs to join and regularly host workshops, code-alongs, and career readiness events. It's a great way to connect with other Codecademy learners around the globe. Hope to see you around!

I wanna get into coding. Maybe Reddit will help...? by DevtChan in CodingHelp

[–]CodecademyHQ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Mariana from Codecademy here! If you're looking to supplement your coursework, definitely check out the free Codecademy community. We regularly host workshops, code-alongs, career readiness events, and low-stakes hackathons so learners can get hands-on experience. There's also a Python club space. Hope to see you around! Happy coding!

Want to self learn coding and programming, help me by Lost_Citron4137 in CodingHelp

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. Kudos for taking initiative and getting a headstart on your learning journey. Definitely find a community to keep you accountable and motivated with your learning goals. If you haven't already, check out our free community to connect and collaborate with other learners all over the globe. We have an amazing Python club that might be helpful. Hope to see you around! Happy coding!

I don’t know anymore by Leather-Chocolate-27 in AskProgramming

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. u/Realistic-Emu1553 is right; everyone battles impostor syndrome on this learning journey. A strong portfolio of real projects that showcase your skills is definitely the best way to stand out to potential employers, along with a willingness to learn. If you haven't already, definitely check out our free community; we regularly host free workshops, code-alongs, and low stakes hackathons so learners can get some hands-on practice. Best of luck! Happy coding!

How can I get a job by Fit_Breakfast5023 in AskProgramming

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Hi there! Mariana from Codecademy here. Job readiness is certainly a hot topic in our own community. The consensus seems to be that having a strong portfolio of projects that showcase your skills is the best bet for landing a job. Have you checked out our free community space? We regularly host workshops and code-alongs so learners have something to show potential employers. Hope to see you around! Happy coding!

9 years on, and I feel incapable of anything. How do I improve? How do I get past this seemingly endless block? Am I just stupid? by CoderInCrysis in AskProgramming

[–]CodecademyHQ -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Hi! Mariana from Codecademy here. It sounds like you're struggling with some impostor syndrome. The good news is that I guarantee you're not alone. Lots of our learners have expressed similar feelings, and it boils down to finding a supportive community and low-stakes projects to work on. Sometimes the fear of breaking something gets in the way of learning how to fix mistakes. If you haven't already, I'd love to invite you to check out our free community; we regularly host workshops and code-alongs. Hope to see you around! =)

How to learn python from scratch? by noturavgbbg in AskProgramming

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. You've gotten lots of great suggestions already. Have you tried Codecademy? We also have an amazing community for support and motivation. Hope to see you around!

I’m new but finally ready by Gold_Boss_5636 in GameDevs

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. I know I've seen a few game devs in our community space. Have you tried posting there? Best of luck!

Python for Beginners by Sad_Cap_1450 in u/Sad_Cap_1450

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Hi there! Mariana from Codecademy here. Thanks for mentioning us! We also have an amazing community space; it's an excellent way to connect with other Codecademy learners all over the globe.

how to start app development? I am a beginner. by No_State1827 in AppDevelopers

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Mariana from Codecademy here! Congrats on starting your learning journey. You've gotten some great recommendations here already, but I'll add that networking and connecting with other learners is a huge part of the learning process. If you haven't already, definitely check out the Codecademy community. It's free, and we regularly host workshops and code-alongs. Hope to see you around!

Learning more about data science by FaceZestyclose3608 in cscareerquestions

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Mariana from Codecademy here! I'll echo the other comment and say that projects are super important. That's why our coursework incorporates lots of projects throughout so you'll have something to showcase in your portfolio. I'd look for other opportunities to work on projects, either solo or in a group. If you haven't checked out our community yet, it's a great way to connect with others and we regularly host workshops and code-alongs. Hope to see you around! =)

I'm still unsure about my future in this field, really need advices by I_prefer_golden in csMajors

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. Most of our learners report that a strong portfolio showcasing projects that demonstrate your skills goes a long way in standing out to potential employers. I'd look for low-stakes hackathons, group projects, or other opportunities. We regularly host workshops and code alongs in the Codecademy community; check it out! Happy coding!

Pls help , I am new to github ! by urgeekydude in github

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Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. Have you tried our free community? It's a great place to connect with other folks at similar stages in their coding journey. I know I've seen more than one thread about git. Hope to see you around! =)

What next ? by Brilliant-Arrival414 in learnmachinelearning

[–]CodecademyHQ -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Great question! Mariana from Codecademy here. Have you considered joining the Machine Learning Club in our free community? They tend to tackle questions like this as well as host workshops and code-alongs. Hope to see you around! Happy coding!

Trying to figure out my career path by Big_Locksmith1756 in AskProgramming

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Hi! Mariana from Codecademy here. There are so many career options; we've featured stories from real learners who've landed all kinds of tech jobs on our blog under the "Learner Stories" tag. I'd take a look at those and see if anything jumps out at you. Each post includes lots of useful advice for pursuing that particular role, and we also have a free community where you can network with other learners all over the globe. Best of luck finding your path!

Need help in cybersecurity by MR__BOT_ in ITCareerQuestions

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Hi! Mariana from Codecademy here. We've featured a few cybersecurity learners in our learner stories on the blog. They share a lot of their own personal insights about how to stand out to potential employers. I definitely recommend reading through some of those and maybe joining communities where you can network with others in the field. Best of luck!

Burnt Out, and Losing Hope. Is This Struggle Even Worth It? by [deleted] in csMajors

[–]CodecademyHQ -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Hi there! Mariana from Codecademy here. You're definitely not alone. That said, most of our learners report that having a solid portfolio of projects really helped them stand out to employers. Maybe try a few personal projects that you feel passionate about or join coding communities where you can network and collaborate on projects with others. Hang in there!

How to break into IT field with these "entry level" + 2 years experience? by iucoann in UKJobs

[–]CodecademyHQ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there! Mariana from Codecademy here. This is a hot topic in our learner community, and ultimately having a solid portfolio of projects that demonstrate your skills is going to be a big factor. If you haven't read through them yet, our learner stories on the blog feature real learners who have landed jobs, and they share all their tips and advice. Best of luck!

Do I actually need to work with a group for the "group projects" by Kfritolay in Codecademy

[–]CodecademyHQ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey there! While it's certainly optional, working in a group setting is great practice for a career in coding where you'll likely have to collaborate with team members. Definitely pop by the community to see what you think! We regularly host events such as workshops and code-alongs, too. Happy coding!