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Matt Upham
Matt Upham

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How to get your first software engineering job (focus on these crucial steps)

Getting first software developer job is... extremely challenging.

To be honest, it's harder than actually learning to code.

Many people spend time doing things that are ineffective during the job search (please don't send your resume out 100 times on Indeed, and expect to get a job, there are much better ways).

In this video, I break down the 3 crucial steps of getting your first software engineering job, and also provide tips that make sure you're planning your time effectively.

These are things that:

  • Keep your resume focused
  • Help you stand out
  • Accelerate the process
  • Handle the onsite effectively

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How to get your first Software Engineering job

The job search doesn't have to be painful!

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