Embarking on the journey to learn coding can be both exciting and challenging. Unfortunately, several misconceptions often deter aspiring programmers from pursuing their goals. In this episode, I'll debunk six common myths about learning to code and provide valuable insights to help you overcome potential roadblocks. One prevailing myth is that you need to be a math genius to succeed in coding. However, in reality, coding doesn't require advanced math skills. Most coding tasks involve basic arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Problem-solving and logic are far more critical in coding. Don't let past academic performance dictate your coding journey. Being a poor student in traditional subjects doesn't mean you can't excel in coding. Coding offers diverse paths, from front-end development to back-end development and more. Find the niche that suits your interests and strengths. Learning to code is an achievable goal for anyone with the dedication and determination to overcome common misconceptions. Tune in to this episode to learn of the common misconceptions that often lead people to quit their coding journey and how to overcome them. Key Takeaways - Intro (00:00) - I’m terrible at math (00:28) - It doesn't click right away (01:46) - I dont have enough time (03:01) - I wasn't a good student (04:54) - Too much stuff to learn (09:10) - Other people are better than me (12:30) - Outro (14:57) Additional resources ✅ Learn more at: https://www.coderscampus.com/ ✅ Jumpstart your coding career today at: https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp ----- Coders Campus helps people learn how to code and launch their coding careers in just 6 months. On this podcast, we share coding tips and insights for beginners. These will help you overcome early coding challenges and stick with it long enough to see your true potential.  

6 Signs You Should Quit Trying to Learn Coding

This thought-provoking video delves deep into a highly controversial topic: Are coding jobs disappearing? As we stand on the brink of unprecedented technological advancements, what does the future hold for coders and software engineers? Are we facing a coding apocalypse or is it just a myth? Join us as we expose the untold truths behind the glitz and glam of the coding industry. We uncover it all from the intricate world of coding boot camps to the journey of coding novices transforming into graduates. This is not just about learning any specific language, it's about understanding the implications of these skills in a rapidly evolving job market. If you've ever asked yourself, "Am I just wasting my time learning to code?" this episode is for you. Interested in starting your coding career? I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 9 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world. You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

The Coding Apocalypse: Is the End of Software Jobs Near?

In this episode we'll talk to Ethan, who is a recent graduate from the Coders Campus Bootcamp and managed to land a job within two months of starting the search.  Ethan and I talk about how, from a young age, he was guided away from learning technology because his teachers didn't feel he was cut out for the field.  In this interview we'll learn how wrong his teachers were and how Ethan was able to complete the coding bootcamp while also raising a small child with a pregnant wife and working a full-time job.  Interested in starting your coding career?  I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world.  You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP59 - From Stone Mason to Software Developer in 8 Months

In this episode we'll talk to Dustin, who is a recent graduate from the Coders Campus Bootcamp and managed to land a job within two months of starting the search.  Dustin and I talk about his prior coding experience that he had before he joined our Bootcamp (spoiler: it wasn't much at all), and we talk about his experience as he went through the curriculum.  Ultimately we know how his story turned out, but in this special interview we'll learn about HOW he was able to accomplish the task of completing the Bootcamp and landing a job while also being a father of a 2 year old, a husband, a full-time employee and part-time college student.  We'll also learn about the important lessons that Dustin learned once he began his job search, and what mistakes he was making early on before he pivoted his approach, which then lead to the job that he was offered.   If you'd like to get in touch with Dustin, feel free to add him via LinkedIn here   Interested in starting your coding career?  I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world.  You can learn more via www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP58 - From Electrical Technician to Software Developer in 8 Months

In this episode we'll talk to Yasiin, who is a graduate from the Coders Campus Bootcamp.  We dive into his story about how he started his coding journey as a Restaurant Manager, and went through two Coding Bootcamp before landing his first job.  Yasiin shares a ton of great insights and tips for beginner coders who are hoping to get a job, so be sure to listen to the whole episode.  Interested in starting your coding career?  I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world.  You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP57 - From Restaurant Manager to Software Developer

In this episode we'll talk about IntStreams and why they're useful in Java.  IntStreams can be used to replace a common looping mechanism as well as provide a very helpful utility for gathering analytics on data in a non-verbose way.  Interested in starting your coding career?  I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world.  You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP56 - Fun Tricks and Analytics with IntStreams in Java

In this episode we'll talk about how to sort a stream of objects using the ".sorted()" function.  We'll also talk about the differences between using a stream to sort vs using something like Collections.sort(), which has been available since Java v1.2  Interested in starting your coding career?  I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world.  You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP55 - How to Sort with Streams in Java

Big announcement: today marks the launch of our brand new "Beginners only" Coding Bootcamp. If you're a beginner to coding and have spent less than about 6 months learning to code, you're a great fit for this new 16 week Coding Bootcamp. You can join the Bootcamp via coderscampus.com/beginner The best part is that it's about 85% less expensive than our main Bootcamp, and you'll still get all the great features and support you need to actual master the fundamentals of coding. So check out our "Core Java Coding Bootcamp" today if you've always wanted to become a professional coder.

EP54 - What is the Map Operation in Java Streams?

GitHub link here: https://github.com/tp02ga/FunWithStreams In this episode we'll talk about:  What are streams and why you should care about them Comparing a simple Stream example to a Looping example Intermediate vs Terminal operations

EP53 - Intro to Streams in Java

In this episode we'll talk about 7 common Functional Interfaces that Java provides to us.  UnaryOperator, BinaryOperator, Supplier, Consumer, Function, Predicate and BiPredicate  Interested in starting your coding career?  I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world.  You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP52 - Most Common Functional Interfaces in Java

In this episode we'll talk about a super useful feature that was introduced back in Java version 8, known as Lambdas. The Lambda feature is something you didn't know you desperately wanted or needed until you understood it. The Lambda syntax allows you to write much cleaner and more readable code, while also empowering you to get more done with less code. In this lecture, I'll be referring to some code that you can download via this github repository. Interested in starting your coding career? I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world. You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP51 - Let's Talk Lambdas in Java

In this episode we'll talk about the 3rd key to getting a job as a coder... How do you stand out from the crowd? You put in all this effort to learn how to code. You likely have a plan, you follow a curriculum, you seek help and learn. You practice and you struggle... but what about when it comes time to find a job? Do you have a plan for finding a job other than: "I'll apply to a bunch of openings and make sure my resume is great!" Most people don't.  Let's talk about that. Interested in starting your coding career? I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world. You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP50 - #3 of 3 to Getting a Job as a Coder

In this episode we'll talk about 3 big mistakes that aspiring coders make when trying to land their very first job. Getting your first job as a coder will be the most difficult challenge when trying to launch your professional career, make sure you avoid these three mistakes:  Setting up your portfolio and NOT doing this...  Incorrectly utilizing certifications on your resume... Getting a college degree and then...    Interested in starting your coding career? I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world. You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP49 - Top 3 mistakes coders make when applying to their first job

In this episode we'll talk about 3 common issues I see that beginner programmers struggling with most when starting the journey of learning to code.  Impostor Syndrome  The overwhelming number of choices Thinking that struggling is a bad thing (and then quitting because of it)  Interested in starting your coding career? I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world. You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP48 - Top 3 reasons why you'll fail to succeed as a coder and how to overcome them

Interested in starting your coding career? I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world. You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP47 - Key #2 of 3 to Getting a Job as a Coder

EP46 - Are Coding Bootcamps Worth It?

Interested in starting your coding career? I'm now accepting students into an immersive programming Bootcamp where I guarantee you a job offer upon graduation. It is a 6 month, part-time, online Bootcamp that teaches you everything you need to know to get a job as a Java developer in the real-world. You can learn more via https://www.coderscampus.com/bootcamp

EP45 - Key #1 of 3 to Getting a Job as a Coder

Bootcamp Details: https://bootcamp.coderscampus.com Curriculum: https://bootcamp.coderscampus.com/curriculum Applications: https://bootcamp.coderscampus.com/application-process  

EP44 - How to get a Job as a Java Programmer

  You can download a copy of my resume via https://coderscampus.com/resume If you want to apply to my Bootcamp, you can do that via https://bootcamp.coderscampus.com  

EP43 - Resume Writing Tips

In today's episode, we'll dive into all the different facets and disciplines that exist in the world of Java programming. You'll learn about the "5 Pillars of Java Programming" and how they apply to the different types of jobs. You'll also get a high level overview of the types of salaries you can expect to see in the world of Java programming.

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