The problem with coding side projects

[@mayankgupta2721]

In my opinion, if a student has really done a "dummy" project for the sake of putting it on a resume, we cannot discount the learning gained from it. This can also mean he is curious, enthusiastic, willing to put time and effort to learn and all these mean a lot when it comes to having the right attitude needed to excel in software engineering career.

[@tylerbenton4495]

No one is discounting it. Theoretically speaking a "dummy" project isn't bad as he even mentions in the video when he say it's better than having nothing. The problem is not standing out. Everyone has the same projects from the top 5 Udemy courses, everyone is curious, enthusiastic, passionate, and any other buzz words you can think of.

[@aadityakiran_s]

Completely agree. All that is said in this video is too much for even a couple years experienced guy to know.

[@johnyewtube2286]

It seems a bit much for people that are just starting. People who go to coding boot camps get jobs and I doubt they all have this stuff in their side projects.

[@mefrefgiweuhef4808]

I totally agree w this comment. I know so many people who have a portion of what this video is saying and yet they still get amazing SWE jobs

[@mefrefgiweuhef4808]

this vid is nice in theory but many ppl who are trying to break into tech are either students or have full time jobs. recruiters don't really care how in depth ur project is, in fact, the more complex it is the more they won't even understand I guess this vid would be suited for companies that don't require a technical interview n instead ask ab ur side projects but even then they're not going to expect something so in depth for a beginner / entry level role

[@tylerbenton4495]

Very informative video. I like how you mention building an oversimplified clone which is what I see a lot of. That's why when I'm thinking of projects to work on, I always ask myself if I will use it. If the answer is yes, I then do research to see if something like that already exists and if no or I feel I can make something better I get input from other people so the abstract idea in my head is more concrete as people ask questions like what it makes different from x. Then as I building it, I'm learning various design patterns, conventions, algorithms, databases, maybe another programming language, framework, third party API, etc which allows me to put what I learn into practice and lead the conversation in interviews and talk confidently about it.

[@CaliburPANDAs]

Do employers take note of this stuff when hiring?

[@devzen_8520]

I would add any form of documentation like a wiki with some project diagrams.

[@knightsarai9841]

There is plenty of this kind of content online I automatically skip them not thinking twice! but nothing come close to your videos in terms of value! really great content man!!

[@devenrikame55]

I belive companies are expecting too much from newbies who are without experience nowadays

[@aadityakiran_s]

You basically described what a 10 year experienced full stack developer who gets top software services job is doing for a living. Plus DSA, so you'll be working at Google also. This is too tough for any beginner to understand. I have 2 years exp and I haven't even covered this much at my workplace but I'm hired and am doing quite well for where I am.

[@siddharthtanwar1529]

For someone who is looking for his first job do I still make such a detailed side project as I can't learn this much before my first job?

[@ALPHA-gr4hn]

what about Search ,Google, stuck on building feature ?

[@mohdjibly6184]

Great tips on the side projects to build…thanks utsav

[@huyennguyenkhai7632]

Hi Utsav, appreciate if you do some timeline in your video to each of your points in details. It would be great

[@what_to_read]

As an engineer myself, I absolutely love engineering! From the minute I first got interested in engineering, I was amazed by its complexity and the tremendous amount of creativity and intelligence it demands. From learning the basics of circuitry to designing a programmable robot, I feel exhilarated by the challenge each project brings. Engineering is the ideal profession for problem solvers who don't shy away from anything difficult - it's always an exciting journey of exploration and discovery. Thanks to engineering, I have a job that I love, and I'm excited to continue my journey as an engineer as we head further into the future.

[@MrDuka25]

The only ones with time and energy for side projects are the ones fresh from college and/or without kids. Just saying...

[@aadityakiran_s]

Strandberg headless guitar in the background? You must be a very serious guitarist.

[@sahanapatil4267]

Great video utsav sir ! Can u make the video how will make the KZbin video in detail right from scripting, filming, editing and everything u do to video to make it as awesome video! Pls... sir!! Thinking/ Assuming that u don't know how to make and by seeing video abt u should come to know sir!

[@ALPHA-gr4hn]

what about googling

[@jamessullenriot]

Most side projects are people googling "developer side project ideas" or something like that. The only side projects people should focus on is something that they want to do to solve a problem they have or an interest in developing a product. Most side projects get abandoned, or lack passion in explaining them during interviews because they are just throw away.

[@canaydin9537]

Hello Utsav. I don't have any special education and experience in IT, but I really want to work as a developer. I want to start with the backend and then switch to the developer's fullstack. Can you give advice on how best to do this? Where should I start? Thank you.

[@vladpeshkov2788]

I see on background and on preview some interesting tech stuff. Would you please make a video about them ?

[@gabrielfono844]

I really appreciate this video you are a great software engineer and I really appreciate your video sir thanks again love from seattle waghinston dev

[@vazaruspaytonas7017]

Subscribed. Keep spreading the gospel brother.

[@CODEDSTUDIO]

Great video

[@nitinjha354]

Please make video on Blockchain good for career or its not have any future

[@Brayann_Luiz]

Thanks for sharing this knowledge with us Utsav.

[@SoloArdo]

Alternativas of agora? Why just them?

[@srinivasankasiram6902]

Third

[@kishorkunal21]

As always, great content. Thx Utsav !!

[@muslimpower8172]

Great video , please upload on regular basis .....

[@ahmedhosny4910]

informative as usual thanks utsav

[@3rd_iimpact]

Needed this. Perfect.

[@ChocolateMilkCultLeader]

I think Side Projects aren't worth doing. It's hard to prove any meaningful results with. I suggest the following to my audience: 1)Find a local business where you think you can do something to improve their processes 2) Reach out to them. Tell them that you want to work with them. If you're lucky you get paid. If not tell them you will do unpaid for official "work experience". Unfortunately having some time on your resume for work experience is a huge benefit right now. 3)If it's paid you're fine. If not, you gain work experience while having the flexibility of a side project. This is better than unpaid work because you get to set your own tasks and timelines to match your needs. It's better than a side project because you can real life results in the end

[@skyhappy]

If your side project is unpaid and the company has no programmers then you're going to be a fish flopping in a puddle. I'm going to be hard stretchthletics stretch that as experience without lying

[@ChocolateMilkCultLeader]

@@skyhappy as long as you can make an impact you have had legit experience. For example, I'm a ML person (if that wasn't obvious by channel name). I can ask for Data from local business and analyze it to generate insights. Not only will this teach you about core ML but also about elements like data privacy practices etc. In about different aspects like Feature Engineering and dataset preparation

[@starshipx1282]

Love you Ustav

[@prajjowldahal8959]

I am from Nepal you are my inspiration how we can start learning coding and how i can make project by self by my logic but i feel difficult to do any suggestion???

[@rohanmainali9040]

You inspire Nepali youths like me♥️♥️