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Ladybug Podcast

New Career, Who Dis?

There are several different ways you can learn how to code. In this episode, we discuss computer science degrees, bootcamps, and self-directed learning. Each has benefits and have brought a lot of people into the world of programming. Each also has challenges. We all have had unique paths to programming, so we'll incorporate our experiences and…

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  1. What Is Druple

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    It is a content management system (CMS) that is similar to WordPress, but quite a bit more complex. Full answer

  2. Is a Computer Science Degree Needed to Code?

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    A benefit of this degree is that it sometimes allows potential employees to be taken more seriously by potential employers. Full answer

  3. What Did a Ladybug Host Take From Simon Sinek's Start With Why?

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    On New Career, Who Dis?, a Ladybug host recommends Simon Sinek's Start with Why, one of her favorite books. Full answer

  4. How Does College Teaching Differ From Teaching Yourself?

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    In a college environment, students are somewhat limited on finding the right instruction fit for their learning style based on what professors are available. Full answer

  5. Why Is Computer Science Already Different by Senior Year?

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    A student should keep in mind that by the time they reach their senior year in studying computer science, new technologies have probably already been developed. Full answer

  6. What Two Benefits Did Computer Science Give a Ladybug Host?

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    On New Career, Who Dis?, a Ladybug host says a computer science degree gave her two things: problem-solving skill, and a line that looks good on a resume. Full answer

  7. What Risk Does Ladybug Podcast See in Teaching Yourself to Code?

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    On New Career, Who Dis?, the Ladybug hosts compare self-directed learning with a bootcamp. Full answer

  8. Which Coding Bootcamps Does Kelly Vaughn Name on Ladybug Podcast?

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    Kelly Vaughn names the coding bootcamps she knows best on Ladybug's New Career, Who Dis? Full answer

  9. How Can Someone Prepare in Advance of a Coding Bootcamp

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    Spend some time self-teaching before beginning a bootcamp. Full answer

  10. Who Should Skip a Coding Bootcamp, According to Kelly Vaughn?

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    On Ladybug Podcast's New Career, Who Dis?, a host asks Kelly Vaughn whether anyone should skip a coding bootcamp. Full answer

  11. How Much Does an In-person Bootcamp Program Typically Cost

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    Usually around $15,000 for a program within a larger city. Costs in smaller cities are somewhat lower based on cost of living, etc. Full answer

  12. What Should Potential Students Look for in a Coding Bootcamp

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    Dig into a school's numbers. Make sure that a school's graduation rate is good and that their students are finding jobs upon completion of the program. Full answer

  13. What Are the Positive Aspects of a Self-taught Program

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    Being able to go at one's own pace and not become stressed out by the speed of things can help particular learning styles master content more effectively. Full answer

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