How SheCodes helped Maria transition from 3D designer to Junior Software Engineer at AT&T.
๐โโ๏ธ Before SheCodes
Meet Maria! Sheโs from Czechia and is currently residing in the charming city of Brno ๐จ๐ฟ. In her free time, Maria finds joy in hiking and traveling with her two cats and her husband ๐ป. She also likes cooking, especially taking on challenging recipes with sophisticated steps ๐ฉโ๐ณ.
She had quite the journey before discovering her true passion for coding. Earlier in her professional life, Maria worked as a biologist, however, as time went on, she found that this was not her true passion. ๐ฌ Over time, she found herself drawn to the captivating world of IT where Maria's adventurous spirit led her to explore various roles, from working as a 3D Artist to diving into the world of Game Development ๐ฎ.
โBefore I found SheCodes, I was a Freelance 3D Artist. I've made lots of visualizations and modelings in different areas - from game development to interior/exterior visualization.โ
Yet, Maria felt that something was missing. It was during this time of uncertainty that she stumbled upon SheCodes. She was always curious about coding, but never decided to start learning. It was a challenge she wanted to conquer. The SheCodes 60-minute Free coding class piqued her interest, and she decided to take the leap. Little did she know that this decision would change her life.
โI started off my professional life as a biologist, but at some point in life, I discovered IT and fell in love. I tried different things from being a 3D Artist and Game Developed, but ended up finding SheCodes and Front-end. Since then I feel that I've finally found my place in this world ๐โ
๐ฉโ๐ป Her SheCodes Experience
Maria's journey with SheCodes was nothing short of remarkable. In her own words:
"SheCodes was one of the best education courses I've ever had."
One of the aspects Maria cherished was the flexibility SheCodes offered. She could tailor her study schedule to her liking, without the weight of rigid deadlines. This freedom allowed her to learn at her own pace, ensuring a stress-free learning environment ๐งโโ๏ธ.
But what truly stood out for Maria was the projects she worked on during her SheCodes journey. ๐ฉโ๐ป These projects were more than just learning tools; they were engaging and made her want to learn even more.
โI think that the most valid part that kept me going is Matt's approach to teaching - it is painless for beginners and very precise, which is important.โ
Another highlight of her experience was Mattโs approach to teaching. She found it to be beginner-friendly and incredibly precise. Matt's method made the journey into coding less intimidating and more approachable, ensuring that even those new to the world of programming could grasp the concepts with ease.
๐ How SheCodes has Helped to Change Her Life
SheCodes helped Maria completely shift her career path. The knowledge gained at SheCodes provided Maria with a strong foundation in coding, which was sought after but multiple recruiters.
Today, Maria works as a Junior Software Engineer at AT&T, where she juggles various responsibilities, from backend to frontend development. ๐ Her work involves databases, APIs, and even front-end technologies like Cytoscape.js. Maria uses the React knowledge learned during her time at SheCodes daily in her job ๐ฉโ๐ป.
โThe coding and React knowledge helped me directly to find my job since it was required to have as a skill.โ
In her role at AT&T, Maria doesn't just apply her SheCodes knowledge; she thrives. Coding and React are integral to her daily tasks. Even if she uses a different framework, her knowledge of these technologies proved to be crucial for her success.
โI currently use coding and React directly in my workflow. We use a different framework, but it is based on React, so it was easier for me to start working after SheCodes.โ
Maria's SheCodes journey was a pivotal step towards her career in the tech world, unleashing countless opportunities ๐.
๐ฉโ๐ผ Advice to Future SheCodes Student
Maria's journey with SheCodes is a testament to the life-changing potential of this program. Her advice to future students is simple yet inspiring.
She encourages those interested in IT and coding to take that first step by trying the 60-minute Free coding class with Matt. It's a leap that can turn uncertainty into confidence and fear into determination.
โIf you're interested in IT and coding - I'm 100% sure you need to try a free workshop with Matt. It was that one workshop that literally changed my life for the better and I finally understood that itโs possible, if there is a good teacher on the other side. Spoiler - yes, here you'll have a good one :)โ
Maria's message is clear: embrace the opportunity, break down barriers, and seek assistance when needed. With SheCodes, you can unlock a world of possibilities in the tech industry.
We are very proud of your achievements Maria ๐ฉโ๐ป We canโt wait to see where coding takes you next! ๐ฉโ๐ป
๐ Mariaโs SheCodes Basics Testimonial:
โI'm so glad I've decided to give it a try. It was one of the most exciting and interesting courses I've ever had in my life. Everything is very understandable, even for complete beginners. I highly recommend it!โ
๐ Mariaโs SheCodes Plus Testimonial:
โI continued my education in SheCodes after my Basic course and, once again, I cannot recommend it more! Amazing course, full of useful information and lots of interesting tutorials! Go for it, you won't regret :)โ
๐ Mariaโs Responsive Testimonial:
โI've finished my third course with SheCodes and I am very happy with the result. I've learned lot of new and useful stuff which is crucial in web development. Off I go to React! :)โ
๐ Mariaโs React Testimonial:
โI can't believe I've finished all the main courses of SheCodes. I'm unbelievably happy and excited that my life has changed with this education. Once again, I'm very thankful for Matt Delac and all SheCodes, because it is amazing. Thank you!โ
๐Mariaโs SheCodes Basics Add-On Testimonial:
โIt was nice to have one more SheCodes course after the main program!) I still have learned a lot!)โ
๐ Mariaโs SheCodes Plus Add-On Testimonial:
โIt was nice to have one more SheCodes course after the main program!) I still have learned a lot!)โ
๐ Mariaโs Responsive Add-On testimonial:
โThat was an amazing course with lots of new things learned!) Thanks!โ
