Develop Yourself

#146 - What I’d Tell My Oldest Son About Becoming a Software Developer

June 20, 2024 Brian Jenney
#146 - What I’d Tell My Oldest Son About Becoming a Software Developer
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Develop Yourself
#146 - What I’d Tell My Oldest Son About Becoming a Software Developer
Jun 20, 2024
Brian Jenney

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My son just turned 18 and graduated high school.

I started my career in coding at 30 and I often wonder where I'd be if I started earlier. Terrible habit.

If I had full control over my kids' lives - this is how I'd structure their careers as software engineers so they would be much further along in the game than I am at my age.

None of them want to be coders however so maybe this advice will help you.

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Send us a Text Message.

My son just turned 18 and graduated high school.

I started my career in coding at 30 and I often wonder where I'd be if I started earlier. Terrible habit.

If I had full control over my kids' lives - this is how I'd structure their careers as software engineers so they would be much further along in the game than I am at my age.

None of them want to be coders however so maybe this advice will help you.

Shameless Plugs

🧠 ​Parsity​ - a coding program for career changers

​🚀 dev30​ - learn JS in 2024 and get a massive discount to Parsity

​🤵🏽‍♂️ Brian's LinkedIn​

Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another Course

Serious about joining Parsity - schedule a call with me ☎️

Welcome to the Develop Yourself Podcast, featuring my dad, the best coder ever.
Reflections on Career and Fatherhood
Advice for Aspiring Developers
Getting Started with Coding
Learning Backend Development
Skill Acquisition and Job Preparation
Targeting Startups for Job Experience
Building a Portfolio and Gaining Recommendations
Getting the First Job
On-the-Job Learning and Career Growth
Reading Essential Books
Pathways to Influence and Career Advancement
Insights on Management and Leadership
Effective Communication and Presence
Making Career Intentions Known
Long-Term Career and Financial Goals
Closing Thoughts
Outro