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How to Become a Software Engineer: Roadmap from Beginner to Pro

How to Become a Software Engineer — Kickstart your software engineer career with essential skills, diverse paths, and tools for success in the tech industry.

  • Foundational
  • Career Guide
  • Technology
Skills you'll gain：
programming languages
data types
data structures
algorithms
SDLC
agile
computer science
degree
coding bootcamp
job-ready
self-taught
online resources
Git
VS Code
portfolio projects
problem-solving
continuous learning
beginner mistakes
Introduction

This guide is for absolute beginners who are curious about a career in software engineering. Over the course of these sections, you will get a clear map of the fundamental skills required, understand the pros and cons of different educational paths like university degrees or bootcamps, and learn how to start building your practical toolkit and project portfolio.

Learning Outline

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