Lawyer turned Google Software Engineer - Ask Me Anything

Are you thinking of changing your career to one in Software Development? Zubin is here to answer all your questions about how you could transition, and what to expect.
Presenter: Zubin Pratap (twitter: @ZubinPratap)
Thank you to Zubin Pratap for this video!
[0:00] Intro
[1:28] How do I become a coder / “Learn Coding”
[3:07] How long to learn X
[5:06] Can I be a dev without a comp sci degree
[6:29] I have no background in industry - how do I get my first dev job
[9:22] Impostor Syndrome
[11:43] (Career Transition To Code) Where do I start, what to learn
[16:17] Self taught vs bootcamp vs degree
[19:06] How did I get into Google/FB/Netflix/Apple/Microsoft...etc
[22:20] How do I crack the coding interview ( and a better question....)
[25:47] How can I become my own tech cofounder
[30:56] Endless tutorials and not completing what I start
[35:55] Which online resources for self taught coders
[37:55] How to learn Algos & DS
[40:58] How can I become a faster learner
[42:58] Is [ ... insert age...] too old to learn to code?

[@zubinpratap]

Thanks for the opportunity! Hope this of value to the community!

[@nuripadudi]

I'm on freecodecamp, once i've finished the whole syllabus, i'm thinking of improving the required projects and start working on other projects. Wish me good luck. And thank you for sharing your inspiring experience with us!

[@zubinpratap]

@@nuripadudi Solid plan! be patient and consistent and you will get there. All the best!

[@muhammadafnanmalik2976]

@@zubinpratap I am also a lawyer at Pakistan want to start software engineering . can you guide what should i start for this career transition?

[@zubinpratap]

@@muhammadafnanmalik2976 there is no shortage of information on the net. That's part of the problem. Take a look at my other videos and the descriptions. I have info there on how to access my webinar and other content.

[@abhishekgarg1034]

@zubinpratap Hey, thank you so much for such a comprehensive guide to making a career switch. I rejected an offer to study law from KCL and was mulling over training as a developer. But coming from a humanities background (I had math in 12th grade but not after that), the impostor syndrome felt nerve-wracking. It feels immensely validating to know that someone as successful as you, struggled with the same issues-self-doubt, consistency, frustration-but came out on top. In the end, it all boils down to having realistic expectations, accepting your circumstances and persevering to achieve your goals.

[@AeroPR]

Very good points.

[@shakiramj51]

I want to be data scientist, good information

[@muhammadafnanmalik2976]

I am also a lawyer at Pakistan want to start software engineering . can you guide what should i start for this career transition?