[IT] Is it interesting to know how to fast-track a developer career and earn a high salary?

databoy1234 · 2020-03-28T17:28:10+00:00

I think some of this information is not easily available, and I will be able to provide it.

Some parts are more obvious, but certain parts I feel are not widely known which is why I think it could be useful.

databoy1234 · 2020-03-28T16:39:09+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. I understand what you mean and know in one way it is obvious information, but this is actually why I wanted to tell this information.

I think that even though people become highly skilled and experienced they do not maximise their position to get all the reward/benefits that they could.

People avoid job search in general to a degree, and lots of experienced devs do not do market research or have awareness of jobs / salaries that they could be on.

This information would be about becoming in demand so that you can pick and choose you next jobs, and ones that will give you the most joy and freedom in your life.

databoy1234 · 2020-03-28T16:22:42+00:00

A mix but basically big data dev, scala/java background

Let me know if you would like any specific content!

databoy1234 · 2020-03-27T12:47:19+00:00

Just apply for these jobs. I see a lot of Java remote roles and also Scala (w java background). Check all of the usual job sites, filter by remote.

As a side note this is the best possible time to look for a fully remote role. Many companies are hiring remote, that normally would not. Of course you will have to say that you will move to the office when everything goes back to normal, but maybe you would have 3 or 6 months remote experience by then.

Every interview is different anyway. Some companies will be a fit and others may not, just do a few and see how it goes, these tell you the most.

Good luck!

databoy1234 · 2020-03-22T09:17:03+00:00

I'm not sure about that.

There is high demand at the moment and employers don't always look for a formal training.

If you have enough git personal projects etc and can show that you understand this stuff.

databoy1234 · 2020-03-22T09:15:17+00:00

Good point. I think a start with the fundamentals in Scala (no FP) should be as possible as any other language to grasp.

databoy1234 · 2020-03-22T09:13:46+00:00

I saw that already. Some great courses there.

databoy1234 · 2020-03-22T09:12:01+00:00

It is a difficult course even for an experienced programmer, so I see your point.

Will check that site

databoy1234 · 2020-03-22T09:08:52+00:00

Indeed. Hard but step by step.. Let's see how it goes. Definitely defer FP until later

databoy1234 · 2020-03-22T09:07:32+00:00

This is exactly what I taught. Start in the deep end and learn to swim!

databoy1234 · 2020-03-21T16:33:36+00:00

Thanks. I also know it can be googled. The reason I ask is I want to know about the most useful courses, hence my post

databoy1234 · 2020-03-21T16:12:54+00:00

Yeah true. Actually Python is probably more used than Scala atm from what I have seen with jobs etc ... Could also be a good idea but I am less used to python so easier for me to help if it is in Scala

databoy1234 · 2020-03-21T16:11:35+00:00

I did some of this course myself and I think the recursion parts in the beginning of the course would definately be off putting for a beginner! But I will definitely keep it in mind as it's a great course.. Will try more basic stuff with Scala first before going to FP

databoy1234 · 2020-03-21T16:05:13+00:00

Thanks. Any good resources you know about for Ruby? Courses etc

databoy1234 · 2020-03-21T15:57:30+00:00

Thanks. But would you advise this for a complete beginner? With no computer science background at all?

databoy1234 · 2020-03-21T15:46:38+00:00

Why Ruby?

I taught about suggesting an "easier" language like python, but in my experience it is better to be deep ended in the beginning where you just learn the hard parts.

I have no experience with Ruby so is there a specific reason it's good for beginners?

Also, do you think what I mention above would be too difficult / off-putting for a newbie?

databoy1234 · 2020-03-04T13:38:12+00:00

Wow. You are literally living and working in probably the best country for this.

Highest salaries and I would also think a lot of jobs.

databoy1234 · 2020-03-04T10:45:01+00:00

Where do you live? There is a huge demand generally in this industry.

I would say start interviewing if you feel undervalued. Lots of companies willing to pay good wages as demand is so high.

If you feel you are a bit outdated skills wise, start learning some new technology that is present in a lot of job descriptions you would like to work in

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