Coding Chats episode 25 - Eric Mariasis and John Crickett discuss the challenges faced by individuals entering the software engineering field, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and continuous learning. He highlights the significance of networking, building genuine relationships, and leveraging past interview experiences for future opportunities. Eric also shares insights on the value of sharing knowledge on platforms like LinkedIn, the benefits of freelancing, and the role of mentorship in career development. The discussion touches on the impact of AI on job roles and the future of work, particularly in the context of remote collaboration.

GUEST's Links:

• Eric's LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/careercodepro
• Eric's Substack - https://substack.com/@ericmariasis1?r=5h4vvx
• Eric's Website - https://careercodepro.com

John's Links:

• John's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncrickett/
• John’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@johncrickett
• John's Twitter: https://x.com/johncrickett
• John's Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/johncrickett.bsky.social

Check out John's software engineering related newsletters:

• Coding Challenges: https://codingchallenges.substack.com/ which shares real-world project ideas that you can use to level up your coding skills.
• Developing Skills: https://read.developingskills.fyi/ covering everything from system design to soft skills, helping them progress their career from junior to staff+ or for those that want onto a management track.