How to Build the Best Github Profile for Your Job Search
Mar 04, 2022 by Lane Wagner
I’ve reviewed a lot of resumes, both as an engineering manager and in the monthly resume workshops we do in the Boot.dev Discord group. I’m convinced that these days a developer’s Github profile is just as important as their resume itself. If you haven’t started your first job yet, this advice is doubly important. Anyone looking to hire an entry-level developer is going to be diving into your public Github presence looking to get an idea for where your skill level is at.
7 Best Ways to Learn JavaScript, Personalized
Feb 05, 2022 by Meghan Reichenbach
JavaScript is undoubtedly one of the best languages to learn as a developer, whether you’ve been at it for years or are just starting out. More than 97% of today’s websites are powered by JavaScript. Regardless of what field you work in, you’ll likely be exposed to JavaScript at some point, as the language is firmly entrenched in the online world. But what is the best way to learn JavaScript? That’s a tough question, because what I think is the best way to learn JavaScript may not be the best way to learn it for you.
How Long Does It Take To Learn JavaScript? (& How To Learn Fast)
Feb 05, 2022 by Zulie Rane
A good programming language is one that newcomers can learn fast. This is one of the reasons why JavaScript is so popular – it’s possible to learn Javascript really quickly and with minimum fuss. In this article, I’ll break down how to learn JavaScript fast, how long you should expect it to take to learn JavaScript, and why JavaScript is worth spending time on. Let’s jump into the best guide on how to learn JavaScript fast.
Julia vs Python: Which is Best to Learn First?
Feb 05, 2022 by Zulie Rane
Anyone who’s anyone in the tech world has heard of Python. It’s one of the most popular programming languages in the world, and it’s been near the top of developer popularity rankings for years. Wired reported that it’s tied for second with Java behind JavaScript. Julia, on the other hand, is the new kid on the block. The language is over 20 years younger than Python, and a lot of programmers have never heard of it.
The 7 Best Ways to Learn Golang and Find Your Inner Gopher
Feb 05, 2022 by Lane Wagner
Golang was released in 2012, making it a relatively new language when compared to competitors like Python, which was released nearly two decades prior, yet it’s managed to stay ahead of the game as not only a coveted language by employers, but also loved by programmers. Literally, my LinkedIn page is constantly flooded with recruiters looking for Go programmers, so if you’re looking to pick up a language, you’ve come to the right place.
Top 4 Practical Uses of JavaScript
Jan 30, 2022 by Zulie Rane
JavaScript is one of the most versatile programming languages, maybe even more flexible than Python. JavaScript is used on both the front and back end of web systems. Because of that, of the 1.8 billion websites in the world, 95% of them use JavaScript. It’s hard to interact with the modern Internet, with its pretty graphics and interactive maps, without using JavaScript. Enable Marketing says the top four qualities of a visually appealing website are design and color, graphics and visuals, usability, and consistency.
How Hard Is Python to Learn?
Jan 24, 2022 by Zulie Rane
One of the difficulties of learning to program is first being able to read code. The great thing about Python is that it was designed with readability in mind. For many programming beginners wondering how hard Python is to learn, this article will help set expectations and give four strategies to learn Python fast, no matter what your skill level is. Since Python was designed to be easy to read, this makes it ideal for learning to program.
JavaScript vs C++: 3 Factors To Choose Which Is Best For You
Jan 22, 2022 by Zulie Rane
Every coder is told to learn JavaScript, seeing that it’s the foundation of the world wide web. And… every coder is taught that C++ is one of the most useful modern coding languages to learn. So no matter if you’re brand new to the coding world, or you have a few languages under your belt, you might be wondering whether you should tackle JavaScript vs C++ for your first (or next) language.
Qvault Hackathon Kickoff Jan 17th, 2022
Jan 16, 2022 by Lane Wagner
We’re starting our first hackathon in the Qvault Discord server on January 17th at 8AM. Everyone is welcome to participate. Let’s go over the details about of event. You can RSVP for the event here. Date and time Our first hackathon will be a quick one! We tried to find a time that would work for most of our members, and so we cut it down to just 5 hours of hacking, so you’ll need to code fast!
An Overview of Boot.dev’s Full-Stack Architecture
Jan 10, 2022 by Lane Wagner
Because I’ve had several inquiries on this topic, I thought it would be interesting to publish some information on how the boot.dev website and platform work, and how I’ve organized all the technologies I’m using. I’ll do my best to keep this list updated in the future as I migrate from older tools and technologies to newer ones, but assume that this might be a bit out of date by the time you read it.