Developer Career Paths and Certifications
48mBeginner2020-12-11
Authors

Ray Villalobos
Senior Staff Instructor at LinkedIn Learning
Course details
Technology has changed the way we approach ordinary tasks—from settling the bill at restaurants to driving—and more industries than ever are leveraging tech to work smarter. It's a great time to launch a career as a developer in this ever-changing field. But with so many options to choose from, how do you determine which path is right for you? In this course, senior staff instructor Ray Villalobos shares best practices and tips designed to help aspiring developers find the right path and build their careers. Ray explores the market, job titles, and responsibilities for different types of developers, as well as how much you can expect to make. He covers what subjects you need to master and how you should approach your education. Plus, he steps through the job search process, explaining how to fine-tune your resume, tackle phone interviews and coding challenges, negotiate compensation, and even prepare for your new job once you land it.
Skills covered
Tech Career SkillsCareer ManagementCareer DevelopmentCybersecurityCloud ComputingData ScienceSoftware DevelopmentOne-Off
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - So, you want to be a developer
1. Planning to Be a Developer
- 02 - What types of developers are there
- 03 - Which developer type should you pick
- 04 - What is a typical career path
- 05 - How much will you make
2. Education
- 06 - Do you need a college degree
- 07 - What should your education plan include
- 08 - Can you switch from a different career
- 09 - How do you choose what to learn
- 10 - Are certifications required
3. Finding a Job
- 11 - How do developers find jobs
- 12 - Should you use a recruiter
- 13 - What should your resume profile include
- 14 - What do you need besides a resume profile
4. The Application Process
- 15 - Submitting an application
- 16 - The phone interview
- 17 - How do you prepare for coding challenges
- 18 - The best interview questions
5. Negotiating Compensation
- 19 - How do you know what you're worth
- 20 - How do you negotiate your best deal
- 21 - Compensation vs. salary
6. Getting the Job
- 22 - How do you prepare for your new job
- 23 - What should you do after you get the job
- 24 - How do you plan your next play