@LadyBluenotes This may sound cheesy cause I'm sure you've already heard this: From someone without a CS degree who struggled to be accepted and land a job in the industry and now 10 years of Software Development experience, you got this. 👍 Just keep at it and the right job will come along.

@jd4rider That's amazing! I'm so happy for you. I hope to be in the same shoes soon

@LadyBluenotes Maybe you should apply at startups. I hope they might accept you regardless of your background. They care about your projects or tech skills so make sure that you are really proficient in your skills and can work seamlessly with it.

@dwarfstar99 I’ve been looking at them, however, it seems like a big majority want senior devs 😭

@LadyBluenotes So true. But keep pushing, consistency and keep showing up beats all others every time. I'm cheering for you. I know you'll get it sooner or later 🚀

@phillipstemann I appreciate the kind words, thank you!

@LadyBluenotes How much would you quote in order to update the site below to draw more interest?

@LaMon_Begay Hey! I've Dm'd you :)

@LadyBluenotes If you don't have a CS degree, it's going to be harder to find a job for sure. I couldn't hire you to work with my team, even if you ticked all the other boxes in terms knowledge, just because you don't have the degree and it wouldn't be allowed by HR.

@WebPatate Interesting - what’s the reasoning for that?

@LadyBluenotes Unfortunately, that's going to happen ... at times, or a lot. I love the fact that you're reaching out ... that will make a difference as you move forward. Keep up the great work!

@LadyBluenotes There's a lot of competition out there. Reaching out to the hiring manager or recruiter is a good start, but laying out the "this is why I'm the best candidate" reasoning will help highlight your candidacy across the hundreds of applications and messages they receive.

@LadyBluenotes Perhaps try filtering for junior level positions. That's what I typically applied for when I was trying to enter the industry.

@LadyBluenotes Keep struggle, u will find it definitely one day. Don't lose your hope.

@LadyBluenotes me too Sarah; it’s ok you’ll find something eventually :)

@LadyBluenotes I can’t imagine how hard it is… I’m so scared of it when my time comes. But I guess there’s only one thing to do: Keep trying!

@LadyBluenotes Annoying 😕

@LadyBluenotes It is so stressful, try also applying to positions where you don't meet all of the requirements/ doesn't match your skills entirely, and you'll be surprise at the response rate from companies🤍

@LadyBluenotes it's hard to believe required years of experience isn't being listed. i see it all the time. honestly, the field has matured so much that the most salient value is found where skills/disciplines cross. true competency in these areas necessitates a good deal of time spent in them.

@LadyBluenotes Good luck ❤️