High School DROPOUT to SELF-TAUGHT Programmer In My 30s with a GED! (No Degree) [My Success Story]

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Dorian Develops

Dorian Develops

Күн бұрын

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@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Hi everyone, if you like what you see here please make sure to like, subscribe and share!
@aperson7584
@aperson7584 4 жыл бұрын
Nice one brother. Grinding it out's the only way in the end ... Hope things go onward & upwards.
@PumaKing-89
@PumaKing-89 4 жыл бұрын
Wow thanks for the inspiration! Im 30 and worked in oil and gas but now looking for something better that i can learn on my own and at home.
@mildlyentertaining9144
@mildlyentertaining9144 3 жыл бұрын
This is seriously motivating thanks! You got a subscriber from ME!
@hkfarms3900
@hkfarms3900 4 жыл бұрын
High School dropout here. If you are reading this, remember that you have not even started living your life. Do not let any small dent shadow your entire life. Get up now, wrap it up. The past is in the past. Education stops when you stop breathing so just keep moving forward.
@ruleaus7664
@ruleaus7664 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the good words. I found myself feeling down in the dumps for dropping out of college and spending 10 years of my life in low-paying, unsatisfying, monotonous jobs. My perspective is starting to change for the better.
@mrtielk2000
@mrtielk2000 4 жыл бұрын
I just turned 38 and i am self taught Html, Css and a little bit of Javascript so far. All KZbin learned.
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah that's awesome! KZbin is such an amazing resource!
@hussainkhan-fg1lv
@hussainkhan-fg1lv 3 жыл бұрын
Did you find a job bro i too am on the same path
@jabss7847
@jabss7847 3 жыл бұрын
Just started learning 3 weeks ago, enjoying and currently solving problems bro
@thelilcheshirecat
@thelilcheshirecat 2 жыл бұрын
Any update?
@ruleaus7664
@ruleaus7664 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, how do you find your first job when employers ask for previous experience or a degree?
@christianjayreyes6943
@christianjayreyes6943 4 жыл бұрын
I am 29 with a wife and a kid. I have a full-time job. Man, you're an inspiration. I will keep pushing myself until I get that web developer job as well. Thanks!
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah man! It's a grind and it's hard when you have other responsibilities but you can do it! Good luck and keep me updated on your progress!
@ryanfarran
@ryanfarran 4 жыл бұрын
You’re a beast. Never give up!
@YatYas1833
@YatYas1833 2 жыл бұрын
How is the process going?
@christianjayreyes6943
@christianjayreyes6943 2 жыл бұрын
​@@YatYas1833 What I know after more than a year of learning: Html, css, javascript, vue 3, tailwind, git, and bootstrap. It's slow for me because I have other responsibilities, but I'm quite happy with what I learned. I'm not quitting and I'm sure I will get that job very soon ;-)
@onekwill6424
@onekwill6424 Жыл бұрын
@@christianjayreyes6943 got a job ?
@jennym3014
@jennym3014 3 жыл бұрын
Turning 30 this year and looking for ways to learn how to code. You have no idea how inspiring your video is for people like me. I'm pretty much on my own and have a parent that will soon need my support. Ugly crying and subscribing to your channel.
@christiana.ns92
@christiana.ns92 3 жыл бұрын
I mean in the same place
@jennym3014
@jennym3014 2 жыл бұрын
@@yourmajesty6940I wanted to share a quick update. I just got my first tech job as an apprentice. It's not coding but more of a project management position. My self-taught coding experience helped me land this opportunity. Keep coding but also keep an eye on new opportunities, look up apprentice programs, and try working on projects long term. You got this!
@jennym3014
@jennym3014 2 жыл бұрын
@@yourmajesty6940 I'm sorry to hear that, I hope that you are feeling better, and please remember to be gentle to yourself. I had a few of those and might keep happening in the future but we will keep bouncing back because is not over yet.
@kingbear1239
@kingbear1239 2 жыл бұрын
@@jennym3014 so inspiring thank you for the update!
@PedroDVC
@PedroDVC 4 жыл бұрын
Inspiring, my friend! Congrats to you! I'm doing this at 38.
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks you! You can do it too!
@JDMorris81
@JDMorris81 4 жыл бұрын
Same here, good luck to you
@PedroDVC
@PedroDVC 4 жыл бұрын
@@JDMorris81 same to you! Thanks!
@ryanfarran
@ryanfarran 4 жыл бұрын
Keep it up man. I started and 8 months later got first internship, then got another that led to FT and it basically took me 2 years to land the FT job. Never stop and remember that if you don’t want to throw your comp across the room in the beginning when your code won’t run then you aren’t doing it right
@JDMorris81
@JDMorris81 4 жыл бұрын
@@ryanfarran Is an internship necessary? I can't afford to leave my full time job.
@hindrik51
@hindrik51 3 жыл бұрын
I started a year ago I'm 70 year old so I will see how it works out. It's still fun but as you say I'm only in the beginning😀🙏
@hudsonsilva6154
@hudsonsilva6154 3 жыл бұрын
kudos for ya
@danielsaad693
@danielsaad693 3 жыл бұрын
I wanted to congratulate you on your determination and resolve in learning something new at 70. Keeps us all Young!
@gandhihernandez1262
@gandhihernandez1262 3 жыл бұрын
You are an inspiration. Good luck on your journey. My best wishes!!
@omkarmb9353
@omkarmb9353 3 жыл бұрын
We love you ❤️ keep it up
@GohanSSJII
@GohanSSJII 3 жыл бұрын
🙏👌
@rajbhavan005
@rajbhavan005 4 жыл бұрын
You had my heart when you said "I was dumb". Believe me, anyone who is brave enough to accept their flaws can never be dumb. And the fact that you had your unborn daughter in your mind while you did all this, makes you more intelligent than most people out there.
@EtherealUriel
@EtherealUriel 2 жыл бұрын
i also call myself dumb, but sometimes or rather most of the times i'd compliment myself by saying "im such a genius" even tho i am being sarcastic sometimes, but telling that to myself makes me feel proud of myself for knowing something or solving a problem but then again that's just being cocky
@AmazingStoryDewd
@AmazingStoryDewd 3 жыл бұрын
I started programming when I was 27. I educated myself on the practical side first then I moved into the theory. I was always curious about it but was afraid to dive in. I often heard that if you weren't interested in programming when you were 12 you'll never catch up or be great. Fortunately I refused to believe that.
@sunnymufc66
@sunnymufc66 3 жыл бұрын
How long did it take you
@alandala1599
@alandala1599 Жыл бұрын
@@sunnymufc66 stupid question
@butterball_
@butterball_ 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, I’m 31, no kids, degree in marketing and I thought I was to old to self teach. I’m motivated af now
@mumihp
@mumihp 4 жыл бұрын
Your story is very inspiring and motivating. I am 31 years old, coming from a legal background and I have always been interested in Computers. However, my family thought it was suitable job for an Asian female so I had to lean towards a legal background. I am stuck in a job I hate and not happy. I decided that I am going to follow my true passion because 20 years the time, I don't want regrets, I want to say I tried to make it. What I liked about your video was the most, was you succeeded in your 30's and I kept having doubts because there is an impression that software developers are young male and anyone over 30 is too old. For the last 2 weeks, I have been making notes, guides, a self-taught plan, getting any useful videos that will help me in my journey. Just by doing this, I have learning as I go on. My goal is to do at least 9 months learning before applying for jobs. So first I will start of learning the basics, just some core fundamentals of CS, some data structure and algorithms (not much as people said it doesn't come into play but useful for interviews). I don't want to spend too much time on this. Once I have an understanding, I will move on to HTML, CSS and then JavaScript. Then move on to Frameworks, I am mainly looking at REACT and Node JS (Popular on job description in the UK). I think the first project I will do is build my portfolio and then making apps. I can spend months, just watching tutorial videos and in the end, they are not going to help me with my job or land a job if I can't think for myself or code. It’s going to be a hard, juggling family life, responsibility but in the end, I have faith in myself to achieve my goal. The only thing will be difficult is networking as not an outgoing person here so will look into different options for that. Anyway, I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to watching the rest of your videos.
@svetlanaosborn7117
@svetlanaosborn7117 4 жыл бұрын
Hey! I'm in UK also and starting now as a total beginner. If you would like to add me on social media we could help each other! :)
@mumihp
@mumihp 4 жыл бұрын
@@svetlanaosborn7117 Hey, differently, would be nice to have a support buddy in this journey, share ideas with another beginner
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
So sorry for the late response. It seems like you have a solid plan set up on the path you're going to take for learning how to code. Don't let anyone stop you or discourage you from what you want to accomplish! A quote that's always stuck with me is "You know what the true definition of hell is? When you die you get to meet the person you could have been." Networking is really important and while I may seem like an outgoing individual, I'm actually very antisocial. I can tell you that after you attend your first meetup and you surround yourself with people who are where you want to be or are doing what you're trying to do, you will be very happy you did and going to your next meetup after that will be much easier. Thanks for watching and I'm glad my video helped, I wish you luck and I look forward to hearing about your progress!
@svetlanaosborn7117
@svetlanaosborn7117 4 жыл бұрын
@@mumihp fab! my fb page Svetlana Osborne
@dehumanize93
@dehumanize93 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing this! I’m 32 and been an electrician for the past decade. I also dropped out in 9th grade and got a GED. I have a great career for some, but it’s not for me. It’s depressing. I’ve been researching and learning on my own the past few weeks, and talking to bootcamps. You’ve definitely brought some value and inspiration to me, being from a somewhat similar background to me. Thanks!
@De19-90
@De19-90 3 жыл бұрын
I don't normally comment on videos. But the reason I am commenting and subscribing to your channel is because I'm 30 and I just started coding. I served in Iraq when I was 19 and then after the military, when i was 21, life just got really hard. Did 26 months in prison and just couldn't find my footing. Life changed for me when I was 26,the Lord saved me, and just recently I said "Devon you gotta do something." I'm studying to become a pastor but I needed a career. (I'm not one of those people who are going to live off of their congregation so I can show people the Biblical example of honest working for a living.) I decided to code because I always had an interest in computers and coding. Surprisingly I really really enjoy it. I literally can't wait to get to it everyday. I just got into a bootcamp, App Academy. I start on March 8th. So thanks! This was the encouragement that I was seeking for that this is the right route to take.
@olu4449
@olu4449 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro. Another high school drop out here. I went back to college though and graduated in 3yrs. Been a healthcare worker, real-estate agent, English teacher , other careers. I just started coding about a month ago. I'm loving it!
@EliteProAli
@EliteProAli 10 ай бұрын
How's it going now?
@dariapow
@dariapow 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your inspiration. I'm 32 year old female, a constant career changer, finally ended up stuck in warehouse worrying how I'm going to pay my bills and totally hating my life for wrong life decisions. I always thought being a web developer is for brainy people and only for men. I felt too stupid for it. I decided to try to learn by myself and applied for college knowing I will be not accepted. I wasn't. I was put on reserve list. Week ago I received an invitation to join the course! I'm just getting ready for my first class and still learning at home. Hope to come back here with positive outcome! 🥰
@Mr.man712
@Mr.man712 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats! How are you doing now? I'm pretty much in the same boat as you but I hate college and school. Doing warehousing full time while trying to learn to code self taught.
@dariapow
@dariapow 2 жыл бұрын
@@Mr.man712 thank you for your reply! I'm still in college and I also absolutely hate schools as you! But I think without it I would probably loose patience very quickly and ditch coding tbh but because I've got deadlines and motivation to change it pushes me to finish the projects. I'm also not gonna lie I've learned more through KZbin than thanks to my lecturers but I still want to finish college. I've had few mental breakdowns already trying to figure out things having little time working during the day but every week I can see the progress!! I've done few projects, not big things, nothing impressive but hey! Three months ago I was just learning the definition of HTML! 😂 So speaking about progress I'm impressed, it's slow but steady! it takes a lot of hours and sacrifices (my house is a mess and I don't cook that much anymore + I probably gained weight lol ). I'm very positive and happy I started this journey ❤️ I'm already accepted for 2nd year in college ❤️ it's hard but we can do it 💪💪
@Mr.man712
@Mr.man712 2 жыл бұрын
@@dariapow you're more thwn welcome and thank you for sharing! I hope you can take little breaks and try to do things in moderate. I'm sorry to hear its been tough but im sure you look good and just keep at it! Be proud of where you currently are. I'm trying to balance everything on my end but its hard lol. If i have a fun weekend i just feel so hooked to goofing off where as if i study and code i go balls to the wall
@whiteadam9921
@whiteadam9921 Жыл бұрын
I I'm really impressed by your dedication women. Going pushing hard and you will get it there.
@onekwill6424
@onekwill6424 Жыл бұрын
@@dariapow did you enroll in a CC or boot camp ?
@goldenbeardofficial8541
@goldenbeardofficial8541 3 жыл бұрын
my grandmother is 83 and she died last week. she started coding last night, it's just the beginning wish her luck
@brandonsnell3301
@brandonsnell3301 4 жыл бұрын
you have really lifted my spirits with this video, i have a similar past to yours. i dropped out after 9th grade and got my ged and have been doing manual labor jobs for the past 12 yrs. i am 30 yrs old now with a wife and 4 kids and thanks to covid 19 we are slowly losing everything we have worked so hard for, i recently started becoming interested in learning front end web development and have had my doubts about whether i can actually do it or not more often than not. that being said, i want to thank you for this video, ive seen many youtubers talk about imposter syndrome and how common it is for every developer but still have had my self-doubt, but seeing as how your situation leading to your start to success hits so close to home for me, it really has inspired me to keep trying. i cant thank you enough for that, and hope you continue to climb the ladder of success. content like this is priceless, for that you have earned my subscription, and for what its worth, my respect. keep up the good work, brother!
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
The best advice I can give you is to trust the process even when it feels like you'll never be able to do it. As long as you're learning everyday and applying what you learn by building projects, you'll be fine. It can be a long and lonely road going self taught but it's totally doable and many people have done it. Network as soon as you can whether it's remote or in person meetups. Also don't get discouraged with how long it can take to get a job, everyone is different just focus on improving everyday. I'm sorry to hear that covid-19 has had such an impact on you and your family I wish you the best and good luck. If you have more questions feel free to ask I'll do my best to answer when I have time. I'll also be starting at a discord server for this channel real soon and you can message me on there. Thanks for watching!
@brandonsnell3301
@brandonsnell3301 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, i'll take your advice and run with it. Thanks for taking the time to respond, and i'll be looking forward to your next video!
@gadohimself
@gadohimself 4 жыл бұрын
"The 3 viewers" haha. Now you've got a couple 100K. Look how far you've come bro. You're quite an inspiration. Starting in my 30's as well
@tatjanaburdett2061
@tatjanaburdett2061 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video. I'm 32 and just started self-teaching myself coding -- Associated degree only. You are an inspiration!
@Brucelee89896
@Brucelee89896 3 жыл бұрын
damm i have an as degree too, was thinking on doing a bachelors but still to much stress
@darkwater_ebonrose
@darkwater_ebonrose 4 жыл бұрын
your outro legit brought a few tears to my eyes. "don't believe in me, believe in you" really hit home. been strugglin lately with my own issues. God bless you, and thank you for the inspiration
@BasicPremium
@BasicPremium 4 жыл бұрын
The fact you did this in your 30s working full time and having a kid on the way is super inspiring. I'm 27, never went to college, have worked in food & beverage most my life and have been wanting to get into programming for the last couple years. Getting laid off from covid was the push I needed to start teaching myself to code and I'm super grateful to have had a family support system that allows me to spend all my time doing free online courses. I've just started learning about pointers in C this week and needed some inspiration which landed me here. Liked, subscribed, and looking forward to more content from you!
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
I was in you shoes once and I remember turning to KZbin for inspiration and motivation when I was learning how to code. So I'm really happy that I can provide you with a little inspiration to keep you going. Being self taught can be a lonely road but you have to trust the process and show up everyday. There will be times that you will feel like it's all a waste of time but trust me you'll be glad you stuck with it once you land that first job! Good luck and thanks for subbing and watching!
@PumaKing-89
@PumaKing-89 4 жыл бұрын
Where are you from tim?
@ZeeshanKhan-rp9or
@ZeeshanKhan-rp9or 4 жыл бұрын
@@roxannethwaites5387 what is offered in the premium course of watch and code?
@roxannethwaites5387
@roxannethwaites5387 4 жыл бұрын
The premium section covers more advanced topics and has projects for you to complete. There are daily Zoom meetings with the creator/instructor and other members to discuss the lessons and other topics. There is also a Slack channel. You get unlimited lifetime access to the courses. The premium subscription is great!
@jaylazar
@jaylazar 3 жыл бұрын
You are the definition of a MAN, striving for the survival of his family, I respect that
@ChelovegII
@ChelovegII Жыл бұрын
What a change of career for Johny Sins! Keep it up!
@7M7AXE7
@7M7AXE7 4 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie... I thought you were Johnny Sins for a second when I saw the thumbnail!
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Hahaha actually not the first time someone has mentioned that I look like him 😂
@DayanandhanSubramani
@DayanandhanSubramani 4 жыл бұрын
Lolz same here :p
@DayanandhanSubramani
@DayanandhanSubramani 4 жыл бұрын
But this is inspirational video :)
@maker_maker
@maker_maker 4 жыл бұрын
Wait! This is not Johnny Sins?
@Raj_Vishwa1
@Raj_Vishwa1 4 жыл бұрын
I thought due to covid-19 Johnny sins become developer🤣😂
@CodingAfterThirty
@CodingAfterThirty 4 жыл бұрын
Great story. I am just like you. Just add 10 years. Felt to old and dumb when I started. Congrats on your success. A lot of people in KZbin make it feel like it’s an easy path. But from my experience it has been a difficult journey. Huge respect on your accomplishments.
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It's definitely not easy and it's a bit harder when you're older. Congrats on your success as well, doing it at 40 is very impressive!
@zeuspowerxD
@zeuspowerxD 11 ай бұрын
You're my inspiration. Once i have my first job as a web developer I'm going to let you know so you know that you're such a big inspiration Dorian.
@FishinMoney-Darren
@FishinMoney-Darren 4 жыл бұрын
Ok I’ve gone through all of your videos and I got a healthy respect for where you come from. I’ll make you a deal, if you put up another video I’ll watch it👌
@edwinvm3
@edwinvm3 3 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring and very thankful that You share your story with us, I'm in the very beginning of the journey, I'm 40 and I've been working for AT&T for 10 years, I just got a kidney transplant the 1st of April and it's a new beginning for me and I feel very inspired by you. Thank you!
@PhilippineMachine
@PhilippineMachine 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. I myself am in my 30s and am looking for a career change into software dev. I've watched a lot of I.T videos but this one motivated me the most!
@SuperMario5912
@SuperMario5912 4 жыл бұрын
This is dope! I'm a 22 year old hs dropout with a GED too and I'm trying to teach myself code. I'm learning python right now and the goal is to land a job hopefully in about a year or so.
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you got a solid plan and you're on the right track! Just stick with it and you got this!
@lastravaganza2385
@lastravaganza2385 4 жыл бұрын
is it possible to land a job in programming in a year?
@bennyblanco9377
@bennyblanco9377 3 жыл бұрын
So happy to find your channel I'll be 32 this year and will get into coding your story is so inspirational it's all about studying hard whenever you're free
@riverzdad5366
@riverzdad5366 4 жыл бұрын
This is rad man. Welder here who’s trying to change careers to something that won’t wreck my body
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Right on dude! Although it's not exactly the same kind of hard labor as welding, parking cars was taking a toll on my knees and the Vegas heat really didn't make it any better. So I get where you're coming from! Hope my videos help, join my discord or you can drop comments on YT if you have any questions, I try to answer when I have time. Good luck and thanks for watching!
@maestro1918
@maestro1918 3 жыл бұрын
You're inspiring me a lot. I'm 36 and I believe that I can do it. Thank you so much!
@johnmcnamara8741
@johnmcnamara8741 3 жыл бұрын
update?
@EliteProAli
@EliteProAli 10 ай бұрын
Update?
@rollin88benz
@rollin88benz 3 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah brother!!!! Im about to start my journey at 34!!!! 🖤💚love and be loved💚🖤
@bjaMoke
@bjaMoke 3 жыл бұрын
Nice story bro. Hunger and work will fuel the brain that is already there. Life's not cruise control but opportunity likes hustlers and God loves his children.
@christhendrix8809
@christhendrix8809 3 жыл бұрын
Great story bro I'm still at the bottom right now you make me want to get my ged
@punkisinthedetails1470
@punkisinthedetails1470 4 жыл бұрын
this is the least slick least edited least planned least polished video on programming on youtube. 100% real. This is possibly the most or maybe only video I have watched I actually believe. Just to say any of this takes guts. Power to you for taking that challenge. The humble wobble to his voice speaks volumes. Like speaking to an actual friend not some KZbinr being Youtuby. High Fucking Five man.
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks I really appreciate it! I'm way more KZbiny now but I still try to keep it real. I honestly thought this was a hate comment at first lol. Thanks for watching!
@punkisinthedetails1470
@punkisinthedetails1470 4 жыл бұрын
@@DorianDevelops Hey Dorian. Thanks for taking the time to reply. I am glad you thought it was a hate comment but then also saw it was intended to be a massive but humbly given compliment. I watch a bunch of youtubers on code and many most are good and that's fine. But they get into the camera angles and the lighting and the cuts and edits. Jabril has a great channel and Andy Sterkowitz don't get me wrong. But this video is like hearing th lyrics to Lose Yourself for the first time but as a testimonial to being able to self teach without boot camps or other gotchas. All the background information and the minimal prep / room setup just made it almost painfully uncomfortably real. There were no shortcuts in the story no reveals of clickbait hidden free passes like you knew a guy etc or really lucky breaks. A video like this is way more motivational than even the best direct code tutorials I have watched because they are so entertaining they almost unmotivate you. I can't really commend you enough honestly. Hope you go from strength to strength in your new career man. Peace in 2020 Stay healthy Stay Free
@zelda8697
@zelda8697 4 жыл бұрын
CONGRATS ON THIS BRO, YOU DID A GREAT JOB, TRY TO START YOUR STARTUP
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I struggle with ideas for a startup but I do hope to make a successful KZbin channel that can help people out! Thanks for watching and let me know if I can help you with learning how to code!
@martsa4786
@martsa4786 3 жыл бұрын
You are who I’ve been looking for, THANK YOU!
@mivids100
@mivids100 3 жыл бұрын
I’m 47 and teaching myself. I have GCSEs a levels and an ONC but engineering wasn’t for me. I have a similar story, hundreds of dead end jobs in my wake. Need badly something better. Thanks for sharing your story pal, I found it very good motivation
@shakrazj
@shakrazj 3 жыл бұрын
This was surprisingly inspirational and helpful. I appreciate you! - 34 year old father of two trying to learn how to code
@djStens
@djStens 3 жыл бұрын
Hows your journey been so far? What are you learning?
@maxfrischdev
@maxfrischdev 2 жыл бұрын
Holy shit, watching this video after just one of your recent ones.. HOW HAS THE QUALITY IMPROVED! 😲 Glad I found you mate. Your hear that alot.. but youtubers who "keep it real and maybe a little bit politically incorrect" are rare..
@emmanuelriano9547
@emmanuelriano9547 3 жыл бұрын
Had to watch the video to believe it. Probably the most inspiring story out of all ive heard. Shows you can do whatever you put your mind to and your living proof that anyone can be a developer if you have a developer mindset.
@robertstimmel1100
@robertstimmel1100 3 жыл бұрын
Good for you, man! Very motivating video! I have been working on learning C# for about three or four months. I'm also in my mid-thirties. I feel lost a lot of the time, but keep telling myself that if I keep pushing, I will be employable one of these days. Videos like this help to keep me motivated when I start getting down on myself.
@realwill95
@realwill95 3 жыл бұрын
Out of the five videos I watch this one is by far the best. Thank you for sharing. It gave me more clarity and direction. I didn’t even know what this was until yesterday
@auroraarvizu9181
@auroraarvizu9181 4 жыл бұрын
This was very motivating! I’m 28 years old, went to high school but didn’t go to uni and I’ve been looking for something to do, a couple days ago I discovered this can be self taught and I’m determined on changing my life forever. 🤓
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Learning to code was truly life changing for me and it will be for you! Good luck on your journey into software development!
@djStens
@djStens 3 жыл бұрын
Hows your journey been the past 8 months? What have you been learning?
@rgfdg4y46
@rgfdg4y46 2 жыл бұрын
I have always told myself that I wanted to learn how to code but believed that I cannot do it. With life changes recently I have deteremined that I cannot keep doing what I am doing and have decided that I will learn how to code. Each day I take a step forward in the right direction and this just further solidified it. Thank you for your video!
@Pikachulover1735
@Pikachulover1735 4 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy for you my friend, here's to a new chapter in your life! HIP HIP HOORAY
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@marklin9308
@marklin9308 3 жыл бұрын
thank you for your video. You motivated me a lot . I am 33 and stilling learning blockchain smart contract as selftaught too and I believe in myself that I will land a job in the future. your wife is gem !! and you are a gem too !!!
@fr5229
@fr5229 4 жыл бұрын
High school dropout, but definitely an exceptional person. Thanks for sharing your story.
@claytonmcgill875
@claytonmcgill875 4 жыл бұрын
Proud of you man. Keep grinding
@tomcolvin4298
@tomcolvin4298 3 жыл бұрын
dude, i've been in networking for an ISP for ten years and cisco cert, finally making what you got in your first job offer. It looks like you made made the right choice. Congrats
@Ari-pb4uo
@Ari-pb4uo 4 жыл бұрын
Love it ! Congrats on all of your success ! This was very motivating !
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I hope it helps and good luck on your journey!
@bradfry2259
@bradfry2259 3 жыл бұрын
Dude thank you for this it's exactly what I was looking for. I'm nearly 37 with my 4th kid just arriving, while my situation isn't exactly dire as I'm a self employed flooring installer and earning ok money I am furiously unhappy doing it. I thought of giving myself 2 to 3 years (the length of an apprentice) to get out of my current industry into something tech based, hearing your story has made me feel that it is more that possible even at my age.
@DeconstructedWithJosh
@DeconstructedWithJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I took a year off from the tech industry and never learned to code properly but am getting back into coding in my 30s. This was very motivating and inspirational. Cheers.
@JustinZamora
@JustinZamora 4 жыл бұрын
5:58 that little guy on that back by the door is on a mission.
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
haha had to watch it to see what you were talking about. Now I remember editing this video and being like "really an ant is in my video, oof!"
@k-tech2937
@k-tech2937 3 жыл бұрын
After his military career, after working as a doctor and delievering pizzas this man finally found his true calling and decided to settle down as a programmer, all while still being a perfect step-father. God bless your soul, Johny! You are an inspiration! (Jokes aside that's truly an inspiring strory :) ).
@poppingjaz
@poppingjaz 4 жыл бұрын
People stop thinking you’re old. The developer at my last company was a 51 year old woman! She was hired at 49 as a .NET and C# developer. Before that I worked at a company where 1/2 the dev team was 35-47 years old. This isn’t professional sports. Peace
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
That's very true at my first job most of the devs were in their early and mid 30s at my new job I'm one of the younger engineers and I'm 35, we have plenty of developers in their 40s and 50s.
@gilbasit
@gilbasit 4 жыл бұрын
You are an inspiration my friend. I am in the same boat as you, in my 30s and learning to code. I live in London atm and hoping to find a SE job next year. Need more inspirational people like you in my KZbin feed. I am currently doing CS50 by Harvard.
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
That's a really good course but I found it a bit too complicated for me when I was first starting out. If you feel overwhelmed by the material try something a little more beginner friendly like freecodecamp.org
@gilbasit
@gilbasit 4 жыл бұрын
@@DorianDevelops Thanks mate. Wish you all the success you deserve in life & beyond.
@louiskapend4530
@louiskapend4530 2 жыл бұрын
Wow this is very interesting for me considering the fact that I'm about to start learning how to code and looking forward to really fall in love with it and change my life for better..thanks bro,you have truly inspired me..
@sirbobbyuk
@sirbobbyuk 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 57 and I'm a manual test analyst, so I've spent my time test front end website and backend systems, like API and databases, but the one thing I haven't tackle is automation testing, so I've taken up learning coding, I'm not saying it easy, but committing some time and it starting to make sense. Good to hear that you made it as a developer.
@Gurjeetsingh-ks5dv
@Gurjeetsingh-ks5dv 3 жыл бұрын
you are true inspiration for everyone
@LCLogicallyCorrect
@LCLogicallyCorrect 3 жыл бұрын
I subscribed just from the first 10 seconds of your videos. Also in my 30s and only have a GED. Been dabbling with coding for the past few years, but I'm more serious about it now and want to pursue a career in software development. Hoping to land something in the new few months after setting up a project portfolio. Just want to say thank you for giving me hope!
@dominiquekym7985
@dominiquekym7985 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. I am trying to be a self-taught programmer because I like solving problem. you motivated me to keep going
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that you found value in my video and it makes me happy to know that I helped motivate you! Good luck on your journey!
@davidacosta6383
@davidacosta6383 3 жыл бұрын
You are a really good thing for us man. I just wanted to let you know that.
@ThePtrtirkey
@ThePtrtirkey 4 жыл бұрын
You're story is awesome. Leap of faith congratulations
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@ben-cb5er
@ben-cb5er 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video.. Need to watch this over and over on days that I feel like giving up
@vaelinalsorna1649
@vaelinalsorna1649 4 жыл бұрын
Great story man. Real glad you found a job after self-learning Programming. I took the traditional route, self-learned python for a few months then went to university for computer science. If I wasn't single and if university in my place costs like the US, I might've took the same route as you and just do full self-taught. I'm lucky though that university is affordable where I'm from so it made sense to go that route.
@madhuravi6953
@madhuravi6953 3 жыл бұрын
Doing this at 45! I am super scared and excited at the same time. Thank you for inspiring me!
@KidProdige14
@KidProdige14 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this...I'm 31 learning how to code now to start a different career with more flexibility and time for family.
@1dreeeee
@1dreeeee 4 жыл бұрын
Johnny Sins can do programming too??? Wow, you're amazing... You can be a doctor, teacher, astronaut, step-father, engineer, and Programmer
@navneethgopal1211
@navneethgopal1211 3 жыл бұрын
i was looking for this comment I am at peace. finally
@dragonballgow7417
@dragonballgow7417 3 жыл бұрын
THIS COMMENT MADE MY DAY LOL!
@MrJaskoah
@MrJaskoah 3 жыл бұрын
MY HEROS!!!! ALL COMMENTING ONES AND DORIAN!!!! MY HEROS!!!!! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY YOU ALL WILL LIVE LONG AND HEALTHY AND HAPPY LIFE I LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!
@EDC.EveryDayCode
@EDC.EveryDayCode 4 жыл бұрын
That is super inspirational man!! There's lots of people in a similar boat, when you've had a habit of low paying jobs(and that's what you feel your worth is), Not to mention programming is just straight up hard! It becomes difficult to change course. The saying "The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too strong to be broken" comes to mind.
@buythedip5300
@buythedip5300 3 жыл бұрын
As a gamer and someone that spent his whole life just trying to have enough money to buy some weed and play wow and first person shooters on console… this has been a real inspiration to me 💯thank you bro…seriously thank you.
@SandriaDore
@SandriaDore 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience! As someone in their mid 30s and also a parent, this is exactly what I was looking for. Much respect and appreciation from pdx!
@1spandexer
@1spandexer 3 жыл бұрын
"How bad do you want it" is my key phrase inspiration. Thanks!
@Web-Dev-Codi
@Web-Dev-Codi 3 жыл бұрын
It great to hear that its not impossible! You give me inspiration!!
@Talltasha88
@Talltasha88 3 жыл бұрын
33 this year! No college. Ive been in property management for the last 8 years. When I realized the demand in the tech field I started reading up on it and realized this is something I want to get into. Thank you for sharing this video! I just subscribed too!
@AdrianRomeroJr
@AdrianRomeroJr 4 жыл бұрын
Aww what a cute little pet in the background by the corner of the wall you have there 5:58 🥰
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂 that 🐜 photo bombed my video!
@AdrianRomeroJr
@AdrianRomeroJr 4 жыл бұрын
@@DorianDevelops that’s one bit ant 🐜 🤣
@samantharosario4631
@samantharosario4631 4 жыл бұрын
I love this video I am about to be 30 and have been scared to get started but this gives me hope. I am going to stay focused for 6 months to 1 year give it a great shot !
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
I glad my video gave you a bit on motivation! Good luck on your journey in learning how to code and thanks for watching!
@odarwinismo3953
@odarwinismo3953 4 жыл бұрын
Wow ! Just got 30 and have no real education (a low French certificate for working as a cook). I’ve been working for customer service, French Navy and now working on a B2B claims team but I am seriously considering to start learning by myself to code (no idea where to start but probably I will go for web dev through html5). Your video is really motivating me. Thank you ! I
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! If you want a great place to start that's 100% free and focuses on getting you job ready check out freecodecamp.org
@duran_codes
@duran_codes 3 жыл бұрын
You inspire me sir 😀
@pixelbulb993
@pixelbulb993 3 жыл бұрын
Hey man, aside from the Johny Sin thing, i really felt your sharing becuz im going through it right now. Keep making these video, you own my subs 👍
@seamuslafferty3924
@seamuslafferty3924 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have been self learning programming for about a year now and lately feel like I'm not good enough for this. I have been feeling super discouraged and doubt-full that this goal can be reached. I Needed this so bad.
@danace7273
@danace7273 4 жыл бұрын
Very honest and very inspiring...thanks for giving me the push I needed
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome. I'm glad it helped, thanks for watching!
@heyitsgee
@heyitsgee 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dorian, this is such an inspiring story! thanks for sharing
@combatkid999
@combatkid999 2 жыл бұрын
so just wanted to say thank for all your advice
@alicewilliams6497
@alicewilliams6497 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome story! i feeeel MOOOTIVAAAATED
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
I'm really happy to hear that! Thanks for watching!
@brolyshop6822
@brolyshop6822 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the motivation and I will continue my journey again after stop it for months.
@basilzimba5273
@basilzimba5273 4 жыл бұрын
May the good tidings keep coming your way brother... Congratulations.
@JohnCruz-nn6gd
@JohnCruz-nn6gd 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Johnny, you're an inspiration.
@ruleaus7664
@ruleaus7664 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your hard-earned success. I've been experiencing some doubt as to how I'm going to pull this off, but seeing someone else do it helps me to have the courage to take the plunge. The biggest thing I'm worried about isn't learning how to code, but how to get my first job once I do.
@jacobs8531
@jacobs8531 2 жыл бұрын
TOP video! I'm 34, married +2 , catering owner the last 2 years, 17 years as a chef . now 30% of the way to become a Data Analyst. yes ppl any of you can do it
@ibrahimahmedbulale9836
@ibrahimahmedbulale9836 4 жыл бұрын
You might not see this but thank you for this video. I’m soon turning 22 and have no idea what to do in life and i tried programming during my first year of college and I did terrible on my first test and have been scared of it since. I’m going to start it again I wish you best
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome and thank you for watching. Quick story that may help you: On Friday I was being helped by a senior developer at work with a problem I was working on. I was stuck and felt a lot of imposter syndrome. After he helped me with my problem, I opened up and told him that I was struggling and felt that after 4 years I should know what I'm doing. This gentleman has a computer science degree and has been working as a developer for over 15 years. He proceeded to tell me about how much he struggled at his first job out of college and how it's completely normal for me to feel this way. He also told me that there were many things that he learned about programming at his first job that he wasn't taught in college AND he continues to learn new things regularly. Finally he explain to me that much of this is muscle memory and repetition and with enough time and practice things will make sense, no matter how difficult they may seem. I'm sharing this because this isn't the first time I've heard this, hell I often say this to many new developers and people who are interested in learning to code. Sometimes you need to hear things from people who have gone through what you're going through in order to related to them and feel encouraged to continue at moments that you feel like you're not good enough. Hope this helps you out and remember with enough time and dedication you can accomplish ANYTHING you put your mind to!
@elprogrammer3594
@elprogrammer3594 4 жыл бұрын
I dropped out of college as a Computer Science major to be a self taught Android Developer. I would do poorly on the exams, and programming was very foreign to me. I was SO CONFUSED. When i took a few courses on udemy, i found out the stuff i wasnt understanding in college was because of the way it was presented to me. I have now learned so much and can safely say I'm intermediate and about to start applying to companies. I'm currently 24. Trust the process
@abi_hajdari
@abi_hajdari 3 жыл бұрын
@@elprogrammer3594 Hi man How are you doing with you life?? Did you apply somewhere for a Job or you are still learning
@elprogrammer3594
@elprogrammer3594 3 жыл бұрын
@@abi_hajdari Hey dude, its funny you comment right now because I struggled a lot to stay self motivated this year and i am just now getting back into things and getting serious with my code. I'm in the midst of publishing an app in the Playstore. I'm going to be honest with you, I wasted a ton of time and its been incredibly hard to stay motivated. So I havent applied to any companies yet, but I'm starting to make baby steps forward again. My brother is taking a web development bootcamp and he told me few people already got job offers already. The jobs are there man, we just cant give up. I'm in SoCal if you were wondering.
@abi_hajdari
@abi_hajdari 3 жыл бұрын
@@elprogrammer3594 bro just think of yourself working as an android developer after 1 year. And you know that its worth it,so keep it up and dont give up.
@WC1Master
@WC1Master 2 жыл бұрын
I also received a GED too. I’m 43 now. And I’m trying to learn coding and eventually get into cyber security.
@bassammansour1849
@bassammansour1849 4 жыл бұрын
This whole video is pleasing amazing your a success story and I wish you health wealth and all the best for you and your family 🙏🏻
@DorianDevelops
@DorianDevelops 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words!
@hiroya210
@hiroya210 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man for sharing your story! I have the same exact situation as you. I’m 31 years old now learning to code, I too have no College degree but hearing you just inspired me 😊 keep it up!
@mugensamurai
@mugensamurai 3 жыл бұрын
I love hearing stories like this. Investing in yourself and staying relevant with the times. Good inspirational stuff.
@traezeeofor
@traezeeofor 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this. Now my mind is defintely made up to resign and face coding full time once i get "my inhertance" shortly.
@kevinjimmy3422
@kevinjimmy3422 4 жыл бұрын
NEVER GIVE UP I LOVED UR CHANNEL AND SUBBED !!!!!!SUPERB INSPIRATION
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