The BRUTAL Truth about Getting an Entry Level Developer Job in 2024
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 มิ.ย. 2024
- 🔍 Struggling to land your first developer job in 2024? You're not alone. In this video, we dive deep into the harsh realities facing entry-level developers. With an increasing number of experienced devs being laid off and the job market flooding with talent, the competition has never been tougher. But don’t lose hope! We’ve got actionable strategies to help you stand out and secure that crucial first job in software development.
👨💻 What we cover:
Current Job Market Overview: Understand the dynamics at play, including why so many skilled developers are now seeking the same entry-level positions as new grads.
Networking Tactics: Learn how to build connections that not only enhance your skills but also increase your chances of getting hired.
Interview Preparation: Step-by-step strategies to excel in interviews, even against more experienced competitors.
💼 Whether you're a fresh graduate or transitioning into tech, this video is your guide to navigating the competitive landscape of entry-level programming jobs in 2024. We break down the brutal truths and equip you with the tools you need to succeed.
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I just started as a blockchain developer intern. I only got in cause I knew a guy there. I had previously sent out 100's of resumes. Knowing people is the ticket these days.
This issue of getting jobs was what made me decide to work for myself and set up MY OWN business
As a former business owner (well technically I am a business owner with this youtube channel), it presents it's own set of challenges especially sales, marketing and VC but if you can do it it's a great option
@@donaldcodes Not everyone was destined to do a 9-5 job, that's why I chose to go down the path of setting up my own business. I was doing web development, but switched over to being an app developer. It's the best decision I ever made. I much prefer building mobile apps rather than websites, but I'm still going to keep some of my web dev skills (Rails) just in case. Looking back I can say that web development was the perfect foundation for app development, which is what I do now. There's far less brutal competition and earning potential is higher + entrepreneurial opportunities. Are you a web developer ??
How do you do that? what kind of business if you don't have a capital.
@QuangWynn2711 The good thing about software is that you can work from home, work remotely, don't need to rent out an office, and don't need huge capital either. For an app development business, the best option is to start by working from home and slowly build a remote team. If you have web dev skills, you can even try building your own business website!
Thanks for this amazing quality content, I appreciate how honest you are with the current landscape.
I was wondering what your advice would be on how to best learn a new programming language and show to employers that I'm familiar with it.
I recently graduated with a CS degree and am taking courses on spring boot to create projects and add them to my resume.
How else could I show potential employers that I'm familiar with a language I don't have professional experience in?
This is brutally honest advice but nobody really cares about your projects; as a new grad you basically know this and recruiters/hiring managers (who are the first line you have to get through) only care about one thing and one thing only; experience. And in a market like this, they can ask for this.
Your best bet as a new grad is to spend your time networking. Become buddy buddy with decision makers like engineering managers who would become your boss. If you develop a great relationship with them they can bypass the most difficult people, the hiring manager or recruiter.
@@donaldcodes Thanks for your reply and feedback!
I probably should have mentioned, but I have 2YOE (and am currently employed) as a junior front-end developer. I completed my degree while working full-time. I'm more or less trying to switch to a better role now that I have a degree.
I'll certainly get more into networking, given that seems to be the new reality for landing new roles. I was maybe naive to think that 2YOE would mean not having to grind as much lol.
I guess where my struggles are is that my professional experience mainly pertains to front-end technologies like JavaScript, React, Tailwind, etc. So I was wondering how to best learn back-end skills (like Java and Spring) given that I can't use them in a professional setting.
@@valencia375x No, your priority should be networking and interview prep especially at 2YOE.
Remember, people with 5YOE at big FAANG companies, Tesla, Rivian are now in the market with layoffs and recruiters will always prefer those candidates because of internal bias so my advice still stands to become buddy buddy with engineering managers.
@@donaldcodes Thanks for the response and honest advice.
Cool so I'll prioritize networking and interview prep and not sink too much time into projects given that it doesn't bring much value.
I appreciate the time you took to answer my questions :)
what is the best stack in 2024 on your point of view?
and how long would it take to learn it
Honestly all the stacks can work, but generally if you learn a catch all language like JS or Python it opens the door to many industries.
noobee here--would you say that c++, go, or java developers have better job stability vs more popular web developer languages
It's not about the language, but what problem you solve with that language. But when it comes to job stability that's a myth because unless you work for the government, companies can lay you off at any time.
@@donaldcodes I see thx --I used to work at union hospital-during heavy slowdowns no one was laid off-so your saying work for a unionized type of environment ie. govt
C++ is becoming rare and yes its a supply demand market. Java is better if you want more choices.
@@yashpatel261 I was going to start with golang-so c++ or java would be better in your opinion
the entire 2023 was just brutal for entry-level candidates countless rejections now I am changing the tech stack from Java to focusing on react/angular since I have no degree completely self-taught I think Java and C# are not an option when getting a job for me since these languages are used by large business and enterprises in a meanwhile might as well start a small online business it doesn't look like these market will get better anytime soon
Starting your own business is your best bet
@@archangel0137 yea thats if you have money
@@archangel0137 which is a "bet" that people won't be taking.
If you end up in a shitty place .. and quit a month or 2 later .. well , just don't put it on your resume. At least you will see what not to do, and what really to avoid.
problem is some places are just REALLY toxic. Not everyone can take that. But if you can be my guest. But often times you'd need to quit another FT job to get into this new, somewhat desired job, which makes it pretty hard to come back.
Hello sir i think you need video editor who can make your video more interesting 😊
Sir do you earn 150k dollars a year? Plz reply. Thanks a lot.
No, I've answered this multiple times...
he earns more than 200k plz stop asking same questions
Which chinese restaurant do you work for? @@donaldcodes
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@@ricksomething make me super karen