Caroline Smith, a software engineer, discusses her role as a full stack developer and front end developer. She shares her preference for front end development and the importance of communication skills in her job. Caroline also talks about her career path, from switching majors in college to obtaining a degree in computer science and software engineering.
She offers advice to high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in software engineering, emphasizing the importance of building a portfolio and getting involved in organizations related to their field. Caroline dispels the misconception that developers have all the coding knowledge memorized and highlights the use of online resources. She also mentions her passion for gardening and being outdoors.
🟢🟢🟢 WHAT WE DISCUSS 🟢🟢🟢
💡 Caroline's Career Path in Software Engineering
💡 Advice for High School and College Students
💡 Dispelling Misconceptions about Software Engineering
💡 The Importance of Communication Skills
💡 Building a Portfolio and Using Online Resources
💡 The Dominant Personality in the Software Engineering Field
FOLLOW CAROLINE:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-smith-5119b0311/
Introverted Misfit: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/
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WEBSITE: www.UnboxingCareersPodcast.com
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/unboxingcareerspodcast/
🟢🟢🟢🟢 TAKEAWAYS 🟢🟢🟢🟢
💡 Software engineers can have different roles, such as full stack developers and front end developers.
💡 Front end development can be easier than back end development and involves working with designers and marketers.
💡 Building a portfolio with class projects is important for standing out in the job market.
💡 Getting involved in organizations related to your field can provide networking opportunities and access to resources.
💡 Developers don't need to memorize everything and can rely on online resources for help.
💡 Software engineers can have diverse interests outside of their careers, such as gardening.
