this comment is one year old, im curious where this person is at today as i am myself watching these types of videos to see where i stand considering my brain feels i need to know everything to be of value haha@@Scrimba
Thank you Scrimba for this great video! His responses are very comforting to junior developers like me. However, most job postings for junior level role have requirements that are far beyond the skill level of a junior developer, and as a consequence, I feel like the definition of junior developer from recruiters point of view is totally different. Because I have been battling to land my first job since 2020 without success.
useful and encouraging discussion, thanks. #2 - building unique projects for your own needs is possibly the real stand-out quality and, as mentioned in the discussion, will likely guide a lot of the interview as there will be lots to discuss about the projects that let the interviewer know what skills you have and how you approach problem solving. Being a "do--er" is one of the highest value traits that employers want in my opinion. #3 frameworks is a tricky one as most ads ask for specific current vogues as some sort of proxy (in my view) for the candidate being knowledgeable but, for example when discussing one of your projects, being able to explain the way your approach really works (instead of something being handled by the black box of a framework) is much more impressive. If you've used a framework AND can explain how the framework is achieving something, or better, know how you would do the same without the framework, you're more likely to stand out.
Let's be real the best way to demonstrate an ability to learn is to become proficient in a company's techstack. And since almost every company is using a framework that means proficiency in the framework. Explanations are overrated. You first need code implemented to even get the opportunity to explain it - and some implementations are so complex that it's not expected for a junior to understand or be able to explain it. The highest priority is writing clean code that other devs can read - knowing how that code works is a distant secondary.
Im actively looking for my first frontend developer job and I'm sure I will land it thanks to the scrimba community and this channel's instructions. Thank You Darin for your helpful insights.
I have a big problem as a self-taught developer i always feel like i need to learn more and now i work with React and i understand it well and still didn't apply yet because i think i need to create a good Portfolio and a nice CV then i will start to apply, any one have this problem.
Loved how you guys curated the most essential questions and how Darin put all of them out in an on-the-spot and conscience manner. I am actively applying for jobs, taken notes of the important ones. Thank you so much for this!
I really am happy to come across this video interview with the Senior developer as alot of these types of videos are solely created to benefit the YT's algorithm vs putting realistic information out there. I am currently in the slow process of preparing myself to build clone websites of my friends using my JS, react and CSS knowledge. Create a personal portfolio showcasing the same skills as well as show the clone projects and finally building out the social media side such as linkedin before i start applying for jobs. I would like some possible feedback on my current view
What are some of the best websites/resources to find entry-level React jobs? LinkedIn and indeed’s algorithms aren’t the best for this specific job listing at the moment.
I am still looking for my first job. I have a good understanding of React, JS CSS/HTML. I know how to use APIs, I have pretty good projects like Ecommerce website with cart function etc but I can't seem to land my first job. I have applied to countless jobs and I seem to get a response that says I don't have any experience and that's why I can't land the job. How do I get out of this loop? how can I get work experience when nobody wants to hire me for that reason?
Do you have a degree? Right now, it's hard to land a job WITH a degree. Without one... IDK What they speak of here (HTML, CSS, ARIA??, BUTTONS?) seems to be the absolute bare minimum and something most people can learn in a few days/weeks. Market is flooded with these types of people. Just keep learning the concepts more deeply and build new or update your old projects as you get better.
He explained things in a very good way, and this kind of give a boost of confidence. Hope all recruiters operate this way.
Glad to hear it!
I was going to say the same thing. He made it seem less daunting and complicated as it is normally perceived. I'm encouraged here.
this comment is one year old, im curious where this person is at today as i am myself watching these types of videos to see where i stand considering my brain feels i need to know everything to be of value haha@@Scrimba
I'm looking for my first dev job - working on a REact project for my portfolio right now.
Thank you Scrimba for this great video!
His responses are very comforting to junior developers like me. However, most job postings for junior level role have requirements that are far beyond the skill level of a junior developer, and as a consequence, I feel like the definition of junior developer from recruiters point of view is totally different. Because I have been battling to land my first job since 2020 without success.
useful and encouraging discussion, thanks. #2 - building unique projects for your own needs is possibly the real stand-out quality and, as mentioned in the discussion, will likely guide a lot of the interview as there will be lots to discuss about the projects that let the interviewer know what skills you have and how you approach problem solving. Being a "do--er" is one of the highest value traits that employers want in my opinion. #3 frameworks is a tricky one as most ads ask for specific current vogues as some sort of proxy (in my view) for the candidate being knowledgeable but, for example when discussing one of your projects, being able to explain the way your approach really works (instead of something being handled by the black box of a framework) is much more impressive. If you've used a framework AND can explain how the framework is achieving something, or better, know how you would do the same without the framework, you're more likely to stand out.
Let's be real the best way to demonstrate an ability to learn is to become proficient in a company's techstack. And since almost every company is using a framework that means proficiency in the framework.
Explanations are overrated. You first need code implemented to even get the opportunity to explain it - and some implementations are so complex that it's not expected for a junior to understand or be able to explain it. The highest priority is writing clean code that other devs can read - knowing how that code works is a distant secondary.
Love that this guy gave a lot of practical advice. This was extremely helpful.
Im actively looking for my first frontend developer job and I'm sure I will land it thanks to the scrimba community and this channel's instructions. Thank You Darin for your helpful insights.
Wishing you all the best for the job hunt! 💜
How is it going?
I have a big problem as a self-taught developer i always feel like i need to learn more and now i work with React and i understand it well and still didn't apply yet because i think i need to create a good Portfolio and a nice CV then i will start to apply, any one have this problem.
Loved how you guys curated the most essential questions and how Darin put all of them out in an on-the-spot and conscience manner. I am actively applying for jobs, taken notes of the important ones. Thank you so much for this!
Glad to hear this is helpful. Wishing you all the best for the job hunt! 💜
@@Scrimba Thank you so much! 🙌🏻
How is it going?
@@breh2716 Incredible test of patience. Going through rejections, ghosting, getting assignments. Not past this yet.
@@ripplesr5655 I'll be waiting right here for the good news so please don't giveup or slowdown :)
I really am happy to come across this video interview with the Senior developer as alot of these types of videos are solely created to benefit the YT's algorithm vs putting realistic information out there. I am currently in the slow process of preparing myself to build clone websites of my friends using my JS, react and CSS knowledge. Create a personal portfolio showcasing the same skills as well as show the clone projects and finally building out the social media side such as linkedin before i start applying for jobs. I would like some possible feedback on my current view
thanks a lot for this. I've leant a lot from Scrimba. And yeah I'm really looking for a job despite am very young
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Can't stress how amazing this was. Thank you a million
What are some of the best websites/resources to find entry-level React jobs?
LinkedIn and indeed’s algorithms aren’t the best for this specific job listing at the moment.
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Wow, maybe I’m farther along than I thought? I have all the skills Darin mentioned, aside from DSA, maybe I should apply sooner than I thought?
230 job applications in and I have made 4 portfolio projects and no interviewer has looked at my projects or portfolio website
Yes I am looking for First Dec Job
I'm actively looking for a Dev job as a frontend developer
I am in fact, looking for my first developer job
I am still looking for my first job. I have a good understanding of React, JS CSS/HTML. I know how to use APIs, I have pretty good projects like Ecommerce website with cart function etc but I can't seem to land my first job. I have applied to countless jobs and I seem to get a response that says I don't have any experience and that's why I can't land the job. How do I get out of this loop? how can I get work experience when nobody wants to hire me for that reason?
Do you have a degree? Right now, it's hard to land a job WITH a degree. Without one... IDK
What they speak of here (HTML, CSS, ARIA??, BUTTONS?) seems to be the absolute bare minimum and something most people can learn in a few days/weeks. Market is flooded with these types of people.
Just keep learning the concepts more deeply and build new or update your old projects as you get better.
These tips are wonderful. Thanks
Glad you enjoyed them!
On what is the recruitor looking mostly at?.. is the experience you gaines more important for the recruitor or the projects that you have made?
Thanks 👍
The requirements get more crazy by the day ... No one mentions AWS and other cloud services.. but I see them everywhere
Are those other program languages too?
For frontend developers ? Nope
@@xXRsownage they are cloud providers
The recruiters just gather random skills & put it into the description, apply anyway
Thank you for this video. I will be applying by years end. 😁
Great video! Very complete and to the point!
it was a good video. thanks for it ❤❤ please make more videos about interview questions and their solutions
I wish to get the same video but for juniors who want to become mid / regular
Thank you for answering some important question.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Good video, perfect questions and realistic answers.Thank you
Happy you enjoyed it!
Almost there 💪🏿
Create projects and show them in your portfolio 😜
That is a great tip! ⭐️
Great video
Tip. Do not learn coding with only the aim of getting a job. You need sincere interest in this activity first.
Not really. Pretty sure 90% of software developers would stop coding altogether if no money was attached
thank youuu
Very useful
Happy to hear that!
you need US/EU type countries citizenship for remote development job.
No
Depends on the company
damn ths guy will beat @fireship some day
Great video