The BEST Path to Becoming a Software Developer (My Honest Advice)

[@AndySterkowitz]

What path are you pursuing in software development? Did this change your perspective?

[@heisenberg5873]

I have a doubt pls anyone explain me, im trying to become a flutter developer i know oops concepts like inheritance , abstract , interface , polymorphism is that enough or i need to solve some problems in each convect before start learning the framework ?????

[@mattforgione9994]

I made it a goal not long ago to achieve that full-stack knowledge you mentioned, where I can built a simple example from scratch. Currently learning Spring Boot to tack on to my React experience and I'm loving it so far.

[@igorswies5913]

sometimes in my free time I do gamedev but I mostly do static site development and I'm searching for the best way to create a really efficient static site setup without repetition and runtime overhead (right now I'm trying nunjucks + sass + typescript using npm scripts and I will probably add rollup, also imagemin processes images for me)

[@mming_my]

Can you compete with frontend dev as a full stack developer? Or can you compete with backend as a full stack?

[@1990jmv]

I have been a developer for about 5 years, working mostly on desktop apps and databases. I just got a job as kind of a junior full-stack developer. I have a ton to learn, but I am looking forward to it!

[@melvin-fitnessproductrevie7082]

Don’t get too caught up in paralysis by analysis. There is no “right” path. You just have to take one & you’ll shape your own along the the way.

[@headlights-go-up]

Really well put.

[@kennethlowrey2902]

Absolutely, pick a path and start walking down your path. If you need to adjust then adjust.

[@dragonarch0]

Imo its best to pick skills that align with your goals than picking everything, feeling burned out and feel like quitting. For me, I don't plan on sticking to any company but use them to improve my skills and experience which I can implement to achieve my goals.

[@toddboothbee1361]

We hear a lot about the importance of being able to pivot; full stack allows you to pivot. I imagine that it allows to pivot into freelance, too. Cheers!

[@AndySterkowitz]

Agreed!

[@DV82010]

Hey Andy. Still studying both front end and back end. It’s good to know that having knowledge of both makes you stand out. I am even more fired up now. Thank you for your awesome informative videos! We appreciate it a lot!

[@AndySterkowitz]

Absolutely

[@marlonm95]

How’s it going so far bro?

[@ameenahsf]

Thank you so much!! I was having a freak out moment after signing up for a fullstack bootcamp. I've been self studying the basics after losing my job and just used a chunk of my savings to do this bootcamp only to hear some say it was foolish and I should've picked Front or Back only. I'm aware this whole thing isnt easy but was feeling discouraged hearing all that. Now I have hope it will be the right thing in the long run. P.S I'm binge watching your channel in between studying and I'm so thankful for your content and positivity!

[@Dispensationalism]

Hey How's it going with that fullstack bootcamp? Maybe share some experience? I am also thinking about software and bootcamps and all that. Have a nice day.

[@zettkusanagi6322]

In school im Focusing on Back End, however, I spend the rest of my time to get Full Stack skills. I have been watching your videos for a while, and your advice is spot on.

[@AndySterkowitz]

Thank you! And that's great...just learn enough front end skills to have the ability to put together a full stack project and that will help immensely.

[@BusinessWolf1]

Yea, you make very good points. The downside, however, is that full stack takes longer to learn than either front end or back end

[@RandomPerson-nd2ey]

What a coincidence! I am planning to enroll in a course for this very thing later today! If you're considering it, do it. Trust me. I put it off, life's struggles came up, and I had to become an OTR trucker just to pay the bills. I worked incredibly hard just to get by, unloading product in dangerous places in the middle of the night. Now that things have settled some, I'm looking forward to being able to make decent money while sleeping next to my wife every night.

[@donblack1571]

That’s my dream to create, build and invent.

[@AndySterkowitz]

Same!

[@MonsterlessonsAcademy]

I would not agree on that. As a frontend developer I can apply to ANY company which is doing web. As a backend developer with a specific language I can apply only to the companies which do this language. Also to learn frontend and backend on a deep level takes enormous amount of time. This is why I see a lot of sense to learn only frontend. Especially for the beginners.

[@AndySterkowitz]

I’ve had clients who were hired in a backend language that wasn’t their primary language or that they didn’t know at all. The company trusted they could pick things up quickly based on their current abilities. So I respectfully disagree as well.

[@MonsterlessonsAcademy]

@@AndySterkowitz Thanks for the answer. Yes I also think that it's possible but more for people who as already not beginners.

[@AndySterkowitz]

Understood. My experience is mostly with beginners and the instances I mentioned above were with new programmers…people with zero professional experience. Appreciate you sharing your honest thoughts here by the way 😊

[@rolandpierrelouis4013]

Thanks Andy. Do you have a video about the Roadmap to be a full stack Developer please ?

[@AndySterkowitz]

Coming soon 😉

[@GuruLiving4]

Yeah I need that! Great question 🙋🏾‍♂️

[@crazyprogrammer2099]

Coding Ninjas have uploaded complete roadmap.

[@hoquang1386]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge, Andy. you're absolutely right.

[@AndySterkowitz]

My pleasure!

[@guitarman813]

Couldn't agree more with all the points in the video. Full-stack is the way to go! 😁🤓👨🏽‍💻

[@AndySterkowitz]

Absolutely!!

[@larrylarry1368]

This is interesting, some KZbinrs saying that do not become a full stack developer. Some say that become a data analyst is better.....

[@reuelcazaubon]

I must say that request to like the video was real smooth. 👍👍👍.

[@GuruLiving4]

What is the age limit? I’m 51 and leaving the education looking for a 2nd career.

[@maruf7956]

There is no age in learning

[@pierreabbat6157]

Why full-stack development, rather than embedded systems, desktop, or number crunching development? And there must be other kinds.

[@angushy1996]

I am wondering what I should do in order to become a full-stack developer, i wish to earn more experience for it, but I don't think I have enough experience for that, do you have any recommendations for me before I apply for them. like a boots camp or a project recommendation for me?

[@kudzo005]

Hi there. Working on a project for a friend. My first ever real life project. I need some help with deployment. Hope you can help me out

[@manuelgonzales6483]

Cannot download the study manual 😔😔😔😔

[@tytusgierycz5563]

Yea I learn back end for 2 years Java and will apply fo a job. During this time there was some front end stuff that slip in can I consider a fullstack?

[@3dpassionate90]

Thank you Andy Sterkowitz for the advice you gave. Should I learn UX/UI to be Full-Stack Dev or it's good to know those skills???

[@zay_y]

I’m constantly hearing from KZbin and coding bootcamps that either full stack developers are a waste in landing an entry level job and should pursue a backend course or the opposite

[@ozziealvarez9720]

Nice video! I’m currently in the process of learning full stack development through the Odin Project. Any additional resources you would recommend in getting a better grasp on different concepts?

[@AndySterkowitz]

Thanks! Odin project is pretty good...would stick with that for now.

[@elita185]

Hello Andy 😊 I’ve been focusing mostly in learning front end developer and I’ve been working with Angular as of lately. How would you recommend learning the abilities to become a full-stack developer?

[@AndySterkowitz]

After you've built an Angular project or two then I'd add in Node as the next thing to learn. Node will allow you to create a backend to an application and since it is Javascript it won't be as large of a learning curve.

[@niravmshukla]

Really good video.. But quite opposite request.. Can you make a video about what to learn and how/where to become front-end web developer? So after learning that I can move on to back-end/full-stack developing

[@thomasfiala1473]

Do you know about Python Coding or what types of jobs Python Programmers can expect? Or what they should learn?

[@JDMorris81]

You can do backend with Django or Flask. Python is also used a lot in DevOps/cloud computing, AI/machine learning and data science.

[@heisenberg5873]

I have a doubt pls anyone explain me, im trying to become a flutter developer i know oops concepts like inheritance , abstract , interface , polymorphism is that enough or i need to solve some problems in each convect before start learning the framework ?????

[@famojuroadeniyi5651]

It is enough but also understand design patterns

[@joeltastet5666]

I tried to download your pdf but I don't succeed. What Can I do in order to download your pdf ?

[@slimyelow]

What path to choose if I don't want anything to do with web?

[@lepidoptera9337]

Becoming a real software engineer would be a good start.

[@HrissW]

What if this field becomes oversaturated?

[@AleksandrPodyachev]

What do you recommend for a backend framework?

[@AndySterkowitz]

Depends on the programming language.

[@Pesto-64]

Full stack vs iOS dev? Any thoughts?

[@jed23ify]

Is it worth it become full stack in 2021? I’ve tried in the past to become a front-end developer and was enjoyed the coding process using react, but I’m not too much of the creative type when it comes to the UI. I want to get back into programming whether it is full-stack or possibly going dev-ops/cloud engineering. I’m just so lost and don’t want to waste anymore time and effort, any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and I have been enjoying the channel.

[@عبدالرزاقخليفة-ج7ت]

What was the app you used to code when you first started learning javascript?

[@classicgika5404]

Hi, I just started learning web app development with python at a school jere in Nigeria. It's a 6 months course. But I'd like to ask if it's possible to get a remote job there in the USA while I'm working from here. Thanks

[@lepidoptera9337]

Unlikely with a reputable company. For one thing you lack the experience, for another the big companies are trying to get their employees back into their offices after everybody was working from home. What, do you think, are the chances that they want to hire an unknown, inexperienced kid from Africa who wants to work remotely? No offense.

[@classicgika5404]

@@lepidoptera9337 non taking. Totally feel you

[@justballin91hitta14]

Hey Andy, was it difficult learning code and being a car salesman at the same time? Any time management advice?

[@AndySterkowitz]

Yes…I quit my job and got two part time jobs and cut back on my expenses so I could spend more time coding. Cheers!

[@matthewogiji6428]

I am a front-end developer looking to build e-Commerce back-end applications. I have already started learning Java for over a year. Do you think Java is a good back-end language in 2021 or would you recommend a better alternative?

[@bhartichilkoti1350]

Hey Andy! I am learning Flutter development, my goal is to become an app developer then a software developer in future, what else would you recommend me to learn? Love from India 🇮🇳

[@BrendanMetcalfe]

Cool!

[@Skylla54]

I have an Idea and cant afford to hire Front&Back&Blockchain&XR Developer, soooo I Iearn it, its cheaper and way more fun. More I know the better the idea becomes, nice sideeffect^^ The path is the goal ,right!? : ]

[@maruf7956]

What is blockchain and XR developer

[@Skylla54]

@@maruf7956 Blockchain Developer, develops sotware, which is able to run on the Blochchain. If you hear, blalblabla "Bitcoin Company" blablabla, thats Blockchain, weird&fun area to be ^^ XR Developer is the developer who develops Virtual Reality Application or Augmented Reality Things, like PokemonGo. I hope that helps to answer the question. Everyone in IT wants to be special, thats the reason why every person gets a special name/ description. I am sure in 5 years there are even fancier names X D

[@maruf7956]

@@Skylla54 cool, I'm a full stack dev. If you need help with website let me know

[@Skylla54]

​@@maruf7956 How nice is this offer! Thaanks:) At the moment I am fine but if you like, write me. I love chatting&discussing and meet people 😁[e-mail] From a technology side I will use for the Website itself the MEVN Stack, ThreeJs for WebXR and Solidity to write the Smart Contract.

[@mming_my]

You should specialise. You can be anything, like devops, frontend or backend. Full stack is an ok start.

[@nikhilpandey3486]

Your videos really help a lot..... Love from india

[@AndySterkowitz]

Happy to hear that!

[@mehdimiah939]

"I love the back end" well damn ok thanks for that

[@powerlogic1992]

I have a question, if I studied full stack development, build my own start up and become a CTO in the company would I be able to become as good looking as the guy on the video?

[@michaelnurse9089]

I test my subwoofer with Andy videos :-)

[@AndySterkowitz]

Lol what?

[@Username8281]

Ayy same here!

[@zachnassiri2946]

I'm just so bummed with this new AI. I hate python and want to stick JS and boost my steroids on Typescript. But I'm just so confused with how they want everything to become faster and faster. I think machine learning has a huge problem which is the data structure and algorithm patterns that it keeps failing to meet. All they are doing is lower the salary of the developers who work harder than machines and now we are left with no perfect results. The good news is that tensor flow is going to be on the watch where we need to learn it and develop our math skills to master machine learning.

[@jasonwelsh417]

Have fun spending every waking moment trying to keep up to date with both stacks though. It seems like too much sometimes

[@AndySterkowitz]

There is a lot to learn but there does come a point where it doesn't seem so daunting. It takes years to get there but you can start a career without being at a mastery level.

[@zachnassiri2946]

I love Node JS. JavaScript is going to dominate web stacks with machine learning tools.

[@akaemeikechukwu7082]

I can't seem to download this manual everytime I try doing it.

[@israaysenurgurbuzer6343]

Greetings from Canada❤️❤️

[@AndySterkowitz]

Hello northern neighbor!

[@leularia]

can't ignore the bug

[@zachnassiri2946]

The problem is that these people that post jobs don't know shit. Look up any front end dev job on indeed or linked in and you will see python or java required. I just applied and didn't care. And informed them to fix this issue. 😓

[@lepidoptera9337]

What's wrong with the hiring manager NOT wanting a pure html/css monkey? No offense, but being overspecialized is a surefire career failure mode. Generalists are usually getting more options and are appreciated more.

[@Username8281]

Anyone else here to test their subwoofer? Good bass today

[@mxo3212]

im fullstack b/c i can't communicate LOL, ya can't handle... im perfectionist + 10x when im alone...

[@nunomartins1133]

it's better to be amazing at one thing instead of being average at two

[@AndySterkowitz]

That will come with time.

[@adamsavana9391]

Full stack youtuber.