From the Fashion Industry to Full-Stack Coder - Kevin Gallaccio

From the Fashion Industry to Full-Stack Coder - Kevin Gallaccio

Summary In this episode, Trevor interviews Kevin, who made a career transition from fashion to technology. Kevin shares how his interest in Microsoft Excel and his curiosity about technology led him to pursue coding. He discusses the challenges and rewards of the coding bootcamp, emphasizing the importance of building a strong foundation in programming and much more. Connect with Kevin via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kgallaccio/ Takeaways
  • Curiosity and a willingness to learn are essential for success in the tech industry.
  • Building a strong foundation in programming is crucial for future learning and development.
  • Imposter syndrome is common among aspiring coders, but it should not deter them from pursuing their goals.
  • Committing a significant amount of time and effort to coding can accelerate learning and progress in a bootcamp. Set realistic expectations and be prepared to work hard in the coding industry.
  • Take initiative and don't rely solely on a bootcamp to secure a job.
  • Follow up with employers and engage in conversations with real human beings.
  • Continuously code and build projects to enhance skills and stand out from the crowd.
  • Reach out to experienced coders for advice and support, and advocate for yourself throughout the coding journey.
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:22 Transition from Fashion to Technology 06:14 Curiosity and Excel Skills 09:01 Imposter Syndrome and Learning Journey 12:21 Experience in the Coding Bootcamp 23:38 Future Plans and Job Prospects 27:22 Setting Expectations and Working Hard 29:14 The Importance of Taking Initiative 30:39 The Reality of the Job Search Process 31:35 The Need for Follow-Up and Marketing Yourself 34:03 Engaging with Human Beings and Overcoming Objections 36:17 Continuing to Code and Building Projects 45:41 Reaching Out to Coders for Advice 49:03 The Importance of Advocating for Yourself 53:25 Wrap-Up and Contact Information

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