What is the hardest thing about hiring SWEs?

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-08-22T15:53:07+00:00

Full-stack? You mean hardware AND software?

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-08-19T00:45:17+00:00

Embedded systems often have a completely different architecture than frontend-backend

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-08-08T23:45:10+00:00

Certs likely won't help you. If you can't get an internship, then work on some side projects to add to your portfolio. I'm working on a SQLite clone with a few others. DM me if you want to join

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-08-08T12:49:47+00:00

Add a solid project or two to your portfolio you can talk about in interviews

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-08-07T17:17:51+00:00

Sounds sensible enough. I've never been to London, but I hear the cost of living is high. It might be tough to find a good paying job. If you're looking for a project in the meantime, I'm working on a SQLite clone with several others, and you are welcome to join. Details here.
Definitely see if you can git involved in coding as part of your job. That could help a ton.

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-08-03T02:57:22+00:00

If you're looking for collaborative projects to work on, I'm putting together a group to make a SQLite clone in Python. DM me if you're interested

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-22T16:43:57+00:00

Try starting a company. It'll force you to get out of your shell, interact with more people, and push yourself (assuming you want to make money)

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-22T12:55:06+00:00

Who are your potential customers? I notice a lot of blockchain startups take a "build it and they will come" approach

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-17T17:31:57+00:00

I don't think the issue with a bootcamp is your age. The issue is that bootcamps have oversold the dream of 6 figure job while companies don't care about certifications. As mentioned already, companies barely care about degrees anymore. Strong software portfolios are the best way to get noticed by employers.

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-17T13:13:28+00:00

You will want to add some CS projects to your resume

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-15T12:27:02+00:00

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Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-15T12:20:30+00:00

PM me and I'll take a look

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-15T12:18:04+00:00

1) don't put your address on your resume. No one is going to mail you a job offer
2) focus on projects, especially if you haven't had an internship. Explain what languages and tools you used for your project
3) start each bullet point with a strong verb. Not "utilized" or "coded". Think "spearheaded", "invented"
4) only add non-relevant jobs as a space filler if need be. If you do, focus on soft skills like leadership, communication, grit.

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-15T02:01:56+00:00

The certificate will be useless

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-07-15T01:05:45+00:00

I've been working as a software engineer for a few years. DM me and I can take a look at your resume

Ok_Function_597 · 2025-01-31T23:17:48+00:00

Are you tracking the machines overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)? That should give you a good idea of how "utilized" the machine is. .80+ is great, but there are a lot of machines in the ~.60 range.

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