Algoexpert Founder and I Compare Notes on the Coding Industry and Bootcamps in 2025 | Ep #31

How to become a software engineer in 2025 is different from any other period in the past. Learn why, from two ex Google engineers. On this episode I discuss the coding industry and coding bootcamps with Clement Mihailescu from algoexpert.io * ** SHOW NOTES *** Breaking into your first coding role - 2025 and beyond: Key Takeaways: • The coding bootcamp landscape has evolved significantly since 2016-2017, shifting from a niche offering to an established educational path alongside CS degrees and self-teaching • Current market challenges stem from fewer available positions and increased competition, and also a higher technical bar as more people enter into this highly desirable lifestyle • AI tools are becoming essential skills but won't replace software engineers - the core value is in human-centered design decisions and product strategy Action Points: • Focus on networking and relationship building in addition to technical skills • Learn to leverage AI tools effectively while building fundamental programming knowledge • Be prepared to be proactive in job hunting - mass applying won't work in this market • Don't rely solely on coding skills - develop product thinking and business acumen • Be resilient and avoid victim mentality - everyone faces the same market conditions My View: The tech industry is unchallenged as one of the best and more well paid industries for career changers. But requires more strategic positioning than during the 2016-2020 boom years. Success depends on combining technical competence with strong relationship building and business understanding. 👋👋👋 Connect With Me! 👋👋👋 💥 Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/zubinpratap 💥 Be personally coached for 12 months by Brian Jenney and me: https://www.parsity.io/inner-circle 💥 Career Change to Code - FREE Webinar at https://matchfitmastery.com 💥 Before You Learn To Code -- Where to start? What to do? https://matchfitmastery.com/lifesaver 💥 Podcasts:, Blogs and Resources https://linktr.ee/zubinpratap 💥 Twitter: http://twitter.com/zubinpratap 💥 https://www.instagram.com/zubinpratap/ Most of the people who ask me for help in becoming professional coders spend way too much time learning too many things rather than getting deep skills in a few things.