David

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David

Thanks for visiting Learn it my way! I created this website so I could share my learning experiences as a self-taught software developer. Subscribe to for the latest content if this interests you!

Learning material – software development

In this article, I share the learning resources that I have used to teach myself software development since early 2015.

Interview questions for every software developer

Interview questions that you should be prepared for if you are looking for a job as a software developer

Learn how to improve with these resources

In this article, I would like to recommend some non-technical resources that have helped me become a more effective learner, set better goals and improve my focus, creativity and communication skills.

Valuable resources for every software developer

A list of recommended resources on writing maintainable code, career tips, object orientated programming and DevOps.

Boost your productivity with these command-line tools

In this article, I will demonstrate the command-line tools that I use most often. I can almost promise you that you will learn something new.

Applying the open-closed principle to UI components

In this article, I will demonstrate a simple example of applying the open/closed principle to a UI component in React or Angular.

A really simple example of TDD in JavaScript

A step by step introduction to Test Driven Development in JavaScript.

Testing Apollo Server with Typescript

A way to test GraphQL endpoints of an Apollo Server with a RESTDataSource in Typescript.

Learn Ruby and Rails with these resources

In this article, I share the resources I have used to learn Ruby and Rails.

Front-end coding challenge

A coding challenge for potential candidates.

Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with these resources

In this article, I share the resources I have used to learn Data Structures and Algorithms.

Is full-stack web development worth learning?

In this article, I share my experiences as a full-stack developer to demonstrate why it's worth learning.

Learn React with these resources

In this article, I share a list of the recommended resources that have helped me learn React.

Learn Docker with these resources

A list of resources and projects to learn about Docker with a focus on web development.

Learn Firebase web with these resources

In this article, I would like to share the resources I used to help me learn Firebase for web development.
Published on Medium

Gatsby vs Hugo, a detailed comparison

In this article, I compare two static site generators, Gatsby and Hugo. I discuss framework familiarity, stability, security, tooling, build speed, performance and the community surrounding both.
Published in freeCodeCamp

Here’s where I am two years after deciding to become a self-taught developer

In this article I revisit my decision of changing careers from structural to software engineering.
Published in freeCodeCamp

Learn JavaScript with these resources

In this article, I share a list of the recommended resources that have helped me learn JavaScript.

A really simple example of TDD in Java

A step by step introduction to Test Driven Development in Java.

How I release updates to my personal website

In this article, I share the tools, processes and practices I use for releasing updates to this website.

What I learned by developing enterprise software for the first time

In this article, I share ten lessons I learned from my first project as a self-taught software developer.
Published in freeCodeCamp

Learn iOS with these resources

In this article, I share a list of recommended resources that have helped me learn iOS development.

Learn Android with these resources

In this article, I share a list of the recommended resources that have helped me learn Android development.

Learn Java with these resources

In this article, I share a list of the recommended resources for learning Java that have helped me in my career as a self-taught software developer.

Learn how to code with these resources

In this article, I would like to share some resources that I have used to teach myself how to code. These are resources that cover more than one topic and I keep coming back to them because they are so good.

Ensure it is the right job for you by asking these questions

An interview is a chance for you to impress your future employers as a software developer but it is also a chance for them to impress you.
Published on Medium

Interview questions that should not surprise you

A list of interview questions that software developers should be prepared for.
Published on Medium

How to write a cover letter as a software developer

Tips on writing a cover letter that led to a job offer (cover letter included)

How to write a CV as a software developer

Here I share my tips on writing a CV that lead to a job offer! CV included.
Published on Medium

How to network as a software developer

Networking can be a lot of fun when you do it right. Here are some networking tips that I used that lead to a job offer!

Why I prefer developing Android apps (instead of iOS)

In this article, I discuss two main reasons why I prefer Android development over iOS.

Was studying worth it?

I have a Bachelor of Civil Engineering and a Master of Structural Engineering. I decided to work as a software engineer. So, was it worth studying for six years?

How I changed careers

At the very beginning it was quite challenging to convince my future employers that I, with my Master of Structural Engineering, was the right person for the job as a software engineer. This is how I made it happen.

Why I changed careers

The number one question I got asked in interviews before changing careers is why I decided to change from structural to software engineering. In this post I share my reasons why.