How I Became a Software Engineer Without a Computer Science Degree
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
- I became a Software Developer at Google as a Self Taught Programmer. In this video, I will share all the resources I used to learn programming and to crack the coding interviews without a Computer Science degree or coding bootcamp.
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Here is detailed list of all the resources I mentioned in the video:
1. Java Course for beginners: www.udemy.com/...
2. Data Structures and Algorithms: www.coursera.o...
3. Leetcode: leetcode.com/
4. Android Development: www.udacity.co...
5. Node with React: www.udemy.com/...
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1. Learn a stack
2. Build projects
3. Solve leetcode
4. Apply for jobs
Thanks man
Thanks for summarizing. I really appreciate it. There's one last thing that's absolutely necessary: "Don't Quit"
That's very important
what is stack
@@sahilandsarra I won't! Thankyou so much!!
@@adityadwivedi8798 its a lifo structure
People really overcomplicate how to get the job when in fact the hard part is keeping the discipline to study everyday to get to the point of applying. This is a great, simple video, thanks!
could you tell me whether MSC Biotechnology Graduate be selected for data scientist job?
Amazing to see how someone can get into Google just by doing free courses off the internet , it surely proves that its will power and consistency rest are excuses and a lot of whinning! Congrats on Getting in Google!
Rightly said. Thanks Zoh.
@@sahilandsarra are all these courses free?
@@Zoro_075 not all obv .
He is from IIT bro, one of the prestigious institute in india🤷
@@lothbrok7084 he says that he doesn't have a degree bro
I don't know what to say, how greatful CZcams suggested me your video and channel. Being a finance student , I am at the same point of time to add some programming skills. Always confused whether it makes sense or not ? Now you inspire me to believe in yourself and do what you love . 🔥
Very well said, Aryan! Thanks for sharing your experience. Good luck!
@@sahilandsarra what was the best course for become a software dev.. I am also finance background
@@sahilandsarra hello sir I have completed bcom course in 2019 presently I working in a Factory due to financial problems of family now I am interested to learn software jobs is it possible for me to get job as software because I'm from non technical background please suggest me what time it takes to learn software courses self learning now I will purchase laptop and what processor is better to learn programming language please reply brother
1.u are an iitian🎉, not any random guy from jhun jhun wala college.
2.u did ms from USA from a very gud univ..
3.competition in USA is far less than in India.
4.am so confused why u did master in mechanical if u wanted to do job software industry..
5.b.tech was not enough to make u
Realise that this not right branch for u
@@ssunilkumar775 What are you doing bro now?
I could never thank you enough for the things that you've taught me here today. I've been trying to learn coding for so long and do you have inspired me to not give up
@@Dariusrae45636hey I'm somewhere at the same place, let me know if you have any idea.
Subscribed! You have the correct style of communication , precise and exact no salesmanship no fluff its obvious you are the real deal.
Thanks 🙏
That’s true! A good thing big companies don’t ask for degree and they invest in finding a good candidates. I’m also not blessed with a degree neither any certifications and I got hired by Amazon & Google.
Thanks for sharing your experience. What do you think was the main reason for your success?
Did you have network
@@bpjreactstv4998 let’s connect on LinkedIn and let’s talk.
@@sahilandsarra I don’t want to sound funny but I don’t like giving up… staying up to date with technology helped me
@@tusharniras ok what's your LinkedIn
Our college degree anyways don't help us in becoming a software engineer.
Yes some good colleges do bring companies on campus but we are self taught only. College teach us C on turboC and asks us to submit handwritten program files... that's their only role.
So don't let this feeling of not having a CS degree stop you from doing great things ❤️🔥
I agree with you 100%.
could you tell me whether MSC Biotechnology Graduate be selected for data scientist job?
I got fired from my job as a delivery driver in august due to budget cuts. I moved back with my parents at 25 and started to learn python.
Thanks for the motivation in this video.
I will not quit, I will believe in myself, I will strive to be better every day and try harder than the other guy!
You’re doing great Konrad. I wish you all the luck 👍
I'm thinking of getting into it but I'm really scared because I honestly don't have a good academic record
@@dithakongsefatsa4948 bro u have to trust urself
@@dithakongsefatsa4948 Don't let the past hold you to what you can do now! I wish you luck and the best thing to do is START!
How r u doing now plz motivate us
Brother I want to thank you for taking the time and creating these videos. I've been doing terrible in my technical interviews and was really doubting myself. Thoughts of giving up and changing careers came up, but these videos have given me life again. I wish you nothing but success in your endeavors.
could you tell me whether MSC Biotechnology Graduate be selected for data scientist job?
I'm glad I got this video on my youtube home, I'm a 9+ years experience mobile app dev with tier 3 college degree, I can say I did good so far with my career considering where I started but always worked on smaller org, and wondered what is so special on this top level companies & their devs, and on some level I undermined the value of the data structures & algorithms, as we're mostly taught they're of no importance in these colleges, I guess your suggestion on Algorithms course & LeetCode can be a good start for me, thanks
Hi Priyank, 9+ years is a lot of experience. I'm sure you'll do great. Good luck!
sometimes YT recommendations are worth it... being a final year student i m looking forward to learn alot from you..
Thanks for your support. 🙏
Your video motivates me a lot. I was told by my ex I will never beat those smart guys to land a job. Sometimes when I thought about his words, I felt discouraged. But watching your videos inspires me again.
I am 3rd Semester CS Student but your videos resonates the things for me too❤️
Thank you brother, SUBSCRIBED🙏
Hi Bibek! We’re happy you found the channel helpful 😊
Bro which course are you doing ? I guess you're from Nepal so I'm asking I'm confused about what to do next cause I just finished my highschool.
@@shanks2757 He is doing the Bachelors related to computer science (either Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering, or BSc CSIT)
Thank you for this. I will keep you updated with my job applications.
You have the best real world advice on CZcams. I'm grateful for your advice
Newly subscribed....thanks for sharing your journey and steps to take to become a software engineer bro :)
Thanks for your support. 🙏
Subscribed immediately.
This video is very clear and helpful and thanks very much for sharing the info. Plz keep such great videos coming. And if you can provide links to the courses and materials resources that you used for preparation in the Description, it'll be useful for us to go to the right ones. Thanks again. Much Appreciated. God Bless.
Hi Logeswaran! This is a great suggestion! We’ll add the links of these resources in the description of our videos 😊 that’s for for sure more convenient! God bless you 🙏
I have added the resources. Let me know if I missed anything. Thanks!
@@sahilandsarra Thanks. Links to Everything mentioned in the Video are available in the Description AFAIK.
Shared the Channel link with my social circle.
I'll also comment with video suggestions. Cheers.
Thanks very much Logeswaran!
Thanks to YT algo that I happened to stumble upon this vid. Pure Gold, I must say! I started learning how to code only at 36 after spending years in corporate sector doing customer service and other non tech jobs. I took up a Python training program at Udemy and I wish to learn Blockchain in the long run.
Would like to connect with you as I have a set of queries related to programming.
Thanks for such encouraging and insightful content. Subscribed!
Thanks very much Shivin! Good luck with Blockchain development.
Thanks bro… i’m glad i found your comment, i’m 29 and i’m thinking to try now
@@farulahmed7644 and I’m 25 and thinking it’s already late.. 😂
@@AmitSingh-sw8qb never late bro
a small tip : have a smile on your face while making your videos.
good and helpful content
thankyou
Thanks for the suggestion. I'll work on it. Still very new to talking on camera, will take some time to get there.
Bro I get huge👏 inspiration from you I'm also mech student ! ❤️ Thanks for your video
Thanks Adrangi! Good luck!
I’m 14 and my dream is to be a software engineer. I started coding with python a week ago. I’m going to keep pushing!
Hows it going so far?
I subscribed to the computer science university two years ago, but I left after one year to study something humanistic, but I really want to become a software developer, I hope I will become what I want to be in the future and your video is an inspiration to me!
Thanks dude, I'm a college drop out trying to get back in the game. I appreciate you sharing your experience, so we won't have to make the same mistakes.
Good luck i absolutely admire drop outs coz of their sheer risk taking mindset. Best of luck mate!
Doesn't matter if you have degree or not, if you are good at problem solving, you'll be a good developer.. All the best
Hello
I'm also a drop out (1st year btech😢) I want to become a Software Engineer can u guide me.
@@baby_boldx853 JUST DO IT :) be consistent (dont watch too many tutorial just watch 1 or 2 get your basics done and build, more u build on your own more u learn, first make clones then jump on creative ideas )
why did you drop own if you're uncertain(your sentence have "want to" that's weird, I mean you should have drop out when u had a job or enough skills to freelance and how did your parents allowed that 0-o)
@@ItsBarmanjido I need a laptop or computer to start with?
Really loved your video! God bless you!
Thanks Bipin! God bless you too.
youtube algo is really my lucky chum. Thanks for the great perspective. You've earned a subscriber. Your channel name is quite interesting, make a seperate video on how your spouse helped you to reach to the top!
Thanks! Will make a video on this soon.
Thank you, you are what is called autodidactic, (self taught without a teacher) i have been programming 40 years never spent a day in college. I bought an Apple II with an attitude I would learn something new every day. Coded 8 hours a day, I got a huge break in 1982 when IBM PC came out and there was a great need for BASIC language like what I learned on my Apple. At that time everyone did COBOL and Fortran on mainframes.
Thanks for sharing your story, Charles. Really inspiring.
This video was very clear ,helpful and inspiring.Thanks for sharing us your journey
Thanks Nikhitha!
Very interesting👍👍
Thanks for sharing 🙏🙏
Have a great week-end!
The pleasure is ours!
@@sahilandsarra
😍🙏👍
When it comes to what happens to the memory when adding an element to an array list, that it depends on the language. Java’s implementation is going to be different than Python. Instead, I’d say concepts like memoization is more important. Unless of course you plan to only use one programming language the rest of your life.
Nice video hardwork leads to success Thanks for sharing your experiences
Thanks for your comment and support!
Not always there’s a lot of people who have put in the work and did not get hired or get the chance sometimes it’s hard work other times it’s luck other times it’s knowing someone who is nice
Anybody can be anything as long as you have the right information in front of you. All you need is enough material to do the work. However, you will never get paid nearly enough as someone who has a degree. I know this because this was me. As soon as I went back to school 20 years later and got my CS degree my income increased more than one would think. Plus, you have more opportunities than being stuck in a software position that you may or may not like.
could you tell me whether MSC Biotechnology Graduate be selected for data scientist job?
i am now starting to learn SE studying online and many people are saying that you cant do but while watching ur video your words hit me deep that you can also be a Software Engineer without degree like me no one said that and really it motivated me thanks a lot brother keep shining.
Hi
I was searching some like u. I don't have any degree but i want to become h SE can you help me.
What are your ages?
You are the inspiration of today's generation
Thanks for your kind words.
Amazing. You provided valuable resources.
Thanks Sparsh.
My question :
1: when did you start coding?
2. What was your age on that time?
3. When did you get job in Google?
4. Now what is your age?
He was a software engineer for about 4 years before he got into Google.
@@bryanlon bruh.. then he knew so much already
@@Bahnishikha_Das so you thought you could just learn for 6 months and get placed in Google? Nah it takes a lot more than that. Only practical tip I'd take from this video would be not quitting
Thank you. Subscribed immediately!
Thanks very much for your support. 🙏
You're sooo inspirational thank you for this video
Thanks 🙏
Great video , love you for your direction to beginners , Thanks !
Thanks very much!
@@sahilandsarra you deserve that , welcome .
This is my 3rd year. Major: Computer science. You've given me the best advices. Thanks to youtube algorithm first. 👻And then a bunch of thanks to you 😍😍😍
Thanks 🙏
I have interest on software Engineer but I'm little confused about what to do in software engineer? What difference between software Engineer and software development? Should we have to create app, software in software engineer?
The inspiration from you is dope thanks 🙏
Thanks! 🙏
Congrats man! Thanks for the inspiration!
Thanks very much.
I belongs to poor family i completed my intermediate what should i do options
1. Learning more skills from online courses
2. Join college spend 10lakh+ but i don't have much time for skill in college they are destroying us by telling copy assignments, copy notes attendance
I found option 1 is best but i don't how hard is to find job without degree 😢 please reply sir I'm your biggest fan
how dd it go
Couldn't agree more with this video. All of these topics are hard requirements for starting any job.
Thanks for your support, Kevin! Really appreciate it.
@@sahilandsarra rip I got rejected
Would you please answer for me these questions?
1. When (at what age) did you first started programming?
2. What was the other subject you were studying on? Did it help you in any way regarding this?
3. Did you started applying for jobs before completing graduation? Or after?
4. How much time did you spent on this besides your course studies?
I was about to ask the same questions 🙂🙂
Me too
Please answer these questions bro
No excuses, Plz!!!! Never mind the age, just start. Why is age important coz age is just a number? I started to learn to program at 30 and I'm now 32, and I can say I'm getting better and better every day.
@@kaizersouza1562 do u have a job yet?
Thanks a lot!! you saved me from after paying more on my degree and wasted some lakhs and again need to pay for the Edu-Tech Platforms to get placed at big companies with good packages. Once again no words thanks means a lot:)
did u get placement?
Finally I found a video that cleared all by doubts
Glad it helped.
How come he learnt so much than 90 % of software engineers
When i see this video on my home of youtube and i watched it and directely subscribed and like the video and yes share to my friends 😁😁 Nice video ❤❤
Thanks for your support. 🙏
I will see you at the top, man!
Man, I love this guy .. thank you for inspiring. I am being productive because of you. Bro, just don't forget me when you get millions of followers
I was waiting for 'how long did it take for you to go from absolute zero to first job'? how did you pay the bills while learning?
Bro really you're my motivation even i am a BBA graduate, and wanted to start my Carrier in Software field.. And you gave a mind freaking information. And i wanted to talk witg you brother once. Is it possible?
degree doesn't matter in faang company
Wonderful insights you gave thankss 🙏🙏
You got an iit stamp then you say how I got into google without cs degree
I'm 23 currently and have recently started my journey into programming, currently I'm learning html css and JavaScript, i just can't explain how grateful I am to have come across this video it really motivated me alot as i was having self doubt if I'll be able to make it or Not. Also if you read this comment pls do drop some tips/suggestions on how should I go further
Hi Krish! Tips are already there in my videos. Just wanted to say Good luck 👍
Can u contact me bro? Need help
could you tell me whether MSC Biotechnology Graduate be selected for data scientist job?
Bro,can you please make at least one video on the relevance of IIT environment or IIT tag when applying for jobs?
What should students from tier 2 and tier 3 colleges do to get similar exposure?
P.S. Wrote this after seeing your linkedin profile which stated you are from IIT Delhi.
Hi Chetan! Thanks for your comment. I'll sure make a video about it in the future. But, to answer your question here, I did all this here in the US. And most people don't know about IIT here. That's why it didn't really make a difference in my case.
@@sahilandsarra Thanks for the reply :)
Actually,I am just a first year student at a tier 2 college and looking at all the successful people having an IIT tag is making me anxious. Hence,I wanted to know its relevance from an Indian American.
Can you at least tell me why is it that its mostly IITians becoming CEOs and PMs at FAANG? That would be really helpful to me.
That's actually not true. Most Indian Software Engineers I've worked with in US are not from IIT. Many of my IIT friends could not get into the big tech companies you mentioned. It's all about the skills. So, if you have got the skills, you don't need any tags.
@@sahilandsarra I am a mechanical engineer but now am learning programing (start with python)
@@sahilandsarra your degree plz mention or not a degree what are the qualifications for you?!
How much time did it take you to land your first job as a software developer from the time you started coding ?
Great video and inspirational too! You have gained a new like and a new subscriber
Thanks very much Jerome!
Hi, thanks for this video. Can you please make a video about your resume as well as how we can apply to jobs in these companies. Are there any other reliable sources than linked in?
Thanks for your suggestion. Will cover in coming videos.
This guy is different, he Had a $200k job at amazon without a degree, now he has a job at google without a degree, and he’s negotiated his contract $50k higher.. or is this all just plain BS clickbait lmao?
Has degree
@@feeling4929 no cs degree he is an mechanical student
@@feeling4929yup has a degree but not a CS degree
IITIANS are built different bro
He has done both bachelor's and masters in Mechanical Engineering.
Thanks for the advice sir!
You did great job buddy❤
Man!!! your videos are truely inspiration for my dream to work in google brother...i've one doubt which makes me so anxiety...i've 4 years of experience in software engineering(FULL STACK) in rockwell automation(3years) and siemens(present) in india...now i'm getting ready for google like learing ds and algo, system designing..damn sure i'll be good on those too...my question is 1) can i apply google california directly from india 2) do i need to have master's degree for that? 3) am i eligible for google usa?...please brother clear my doubts!!! by the way big fan from INDIA😇
0:30 Ordinary people don't crack JEE. Only the extremely bright crack JEE, out of those extremely bright, the cream make into one of the old IITs, and out of that cream, only the toppers get core branches. So, an IITD Mechanical guy has no right to call himself ordinary 😂
Guys he is from IIT Delhi .....
🙂 He got nice environment there
This great video man and very motivating!
Thanks Xavier!
I really hope that you would see this comment! ,🥺 I am just a beginner and little bit afraid of starting... How much hard is it to get a job in this field? I am not studying in CSE. Self learning is the only path for me. Can you suggest me shortly please? 🙂 I am not so good at mathematics:)
Try Tanay Pratap both this and his channel are amazing on self taught stuff
could you tell me whether MSC Biotechnology Graduate be selected for data scientist job?@@ItsBarmanji
Hey, congrats on being a self taught developer. I also started like you around eight years back. I was curious regarding if you are currently working in the US? If so, then how did you manage to get a job in the US? Were you already in the US when you started self learning? Just asking because I am also looking to work in the US.
Thanks!
I was already in the US
@power couple. How can a soft engineer come into America?
really motivating keep posting!! videos like these
this video shows the power of self discipline and growth...my gratitude has increased to another level...thanks a Lot!!
What was your background before you started learning programming?
Mechanical Engineering
@@sahilandsarra ok thanks just make sure to mention that. STEM backgrounds have higher chances of getting into FAANG.
Really? Why do you think that is?
@@sahilandsarra fundamentals of engineering translate across engineering fields, engineering mindset and training is same is just the form and shape that manifests differently in different STEM fields.
That's so true. However, I feel these skills can be learnt without a degree.
Hi Man, thanks for all the content you are putting. I am preparing my Google interviews and I have never done any LC and had a computer science background but I have to re-learn from scratch. I am estimating 300h working to refresh DSA and 100 LC and Blind 75. Do you think it’s Enough time? I know that it really depend on people learning ability but I am asking this question to try to find the right time to ask the recruiter to prepare. Thanks for your help. Also, I would to know if is there any order I should follow to study, I mean for example leaning recursion before learning tree.
This is very helpfull because unfortunately I don't qualify for taking a course in CS because I didn't have the subject in high school that were need for it, thank you. You have given me hope
The most to the point and realistic video. Thank you brother. :)
Recently I started c++ programming one month ago .i learned basic concepts like oop . I am 12 class student.can i master ofmy skills.how can I do
Hi! You're starting early which is great. I've other videos on the channel that can help you with this. Please check them out. Good luck! 🙏
Let's meet in google in a few years bro😉
I gonna start from today
Thx for your point to point explain 🙏
See you soon bro
Looking forward to welcoming you. Good luck!
@@sahilandsarra thank you❤❤ broo
@@ashikvijay4831 i will join too bro
@@somuacharya6586 👌😉
Thank you sooo much for all ur heads up.😍😍
I'm 14 year old who wants to learn more about software engineering and ur help means the world to me ❤❤❤
Congrats, you got yourself a new subscriber!
How many years did it take for you - from start to finish (learning to getting your 1st IT job). Also once you finished learning a course, did you immediately jump to another course or did you create something and then jump to another course?
I wanna know, too!
could you tell me whether MSC Biotechnology Graduate be selected for data scientist job?
For algorithms and fundamentals, would you recommend CS50's Computer Science for Web Programming certification from Harvard at Edx?
Hey! I have not looked at them. So, can't really say.
Imagine you're creating a CZcams about yourpersonal journey and somebody comes along and tells you what you should be recommending.....
Today probably I failed my interview and this video just popped up. Thank you and CZcams.
Failure is an essential part of growing. Good luck! ❤️
@@sahilandsarra thank you for support
Brother please help me out! I have alot of questions! Before that i wanna share something! I was searching for such ideas on youtube and I came across your channel which is an amaing guide for beginners. Unknowingly you're helping alot of dreamers to believe that dreams do come true. So, the thing is that :-
1. I don't have a bachelor degree! (Long story behind this, i was doing B-tech but then had to leave that because of some family issues and after that i was in depression for a long period of time and lost faith in everything! But now i guess i'm good, still confused!)
2. I'm learning the basics of Python from internet. Didn't buy a course.
3. I really wanna get into this field because i love tech.
4. I'm currently working as a customer support executive in an international voice process because that's the only option i have right now to survive and help my family!
5. And i'm 28 right now. 🙁
Do you think without a degree and learning Python will help me to get into this field and get a job in those reputed companies! Please guide me! I need your help brother in this journey! Am I on the right path or i should i change something here, i need your suggestion! 🙏
How much it take for you to from day one of learning to landing a job opportunity in Google. Could you please tell approx months?
Took me around 4 years. But, I did work at some other amazing companies like Amazon during that time.
lol for real?
i have been applying for like a month now, and feeling like is this the end of my life?
Hi Luna! Please don't feel that way. All it takes is one job and everything changes after that. I still remember all the companies that used to reject me, now they send emails to interview with them every week now. Just know that the process is not perfect. So, keep working on it and I assure you that things will change for you. Good luck and keep us posted. Thanks!
@@sahilandsarra Thanks for the kind words.
i believe in you
Thank you for the last point to self believe.
Thanks 🙏
This video has boosted my confidence!! Thanks 👍
How would rate the WC & WLB at Amazon VS Google ? Would be very helpful to know
WLB varies from team to team. But for me, both jobs have 40 hr weeks.
I heard picking the language depends on what you want to do in the future. For example:
C++ for gaming
HTML for websites
Etc
Is this true?
That's correct.
python for everything 🤪
The title is misleading 🤔 yes you don't need a cs degree to become software engineer, two different subjects .it should have been how i became a software engineer without a software engineering degree . 👍
Congratulations on 100k subscribers 👏 🙌 ❤️
Thank you so much for your support.
Thank you so much for sharing your Experience, but can you make a video about your resume and the projects that you have built
Thanks Akbar! It's a great suggestion. I will cover these things in the coming videos.
Sir, I am also a self-thought developer. This video gives me more motivation. Thank you, sir.
Thanks Sourav!
It just came out to be a great help to me❤
Glad you found some helpful tips here 😊
Great advice, thank you sir. Seems like I have been wasting time and effort studying Html and CSS.
No u havnt wasted basically he just mentioned that what languages he wanted to learn , you can also learn what you want
Hey Can you please share the course links?
Hey! Here is detailed list of all the resources I mentioned in the video:
1. Java Course for beginners: www.udemy.com/course/java-tutorial/?src=sac&kw=java+tutorial+for+complete+be
2. Data Structures and Algorithms: www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-part1
3. Leetcode: leetcode.com/
4. Android Development: www.udacity.com/course/new-android-fundamentals--ud851
5. Node with React: www.udemy.com/course/node-with-react-fullstack-web-development/
I wanted to shift to it sector since I'm not really interested in biotechnology that I'm currently studying. How long did it take for you to reach where you are today and did you study CS earlier?
Hey, did u switch???
You are inspiration ❤️. Motived me to become web developer.
Thanks! Good luck!
I am Non CSE.People say it is very hard and almost impossible to join google if you don’t have a cs degree.Now I am very depressed.Can I do it?What should I do?