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TABLE OF CONTENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Navigate to the resource you’re looking for:<\/em><\/p>\n

BASICS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

PYTHON<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

WEB DEVELOPMENT<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

PRODUCTIVITY<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

CAREER RESOURCES<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

CODING SKILLS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

SOFT SKILLS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

MARKETING<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

HARDWARE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

GIFTS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

BLOGS & PODCASTS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

software developer resources: The Basics<\/h2>\n

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Unix Essential Training<\/a><\/h3>\n

Command Line Basics<\/em><\/p>\n

Unix is a popular platform for software developers. This course teaches you the basics of Unix and how to use its command line most effectively.<\/p>\n

After you’ve completed this course, you’ll not only understand Unix’ history and capabilities, but you’ll also be able to comfortably navigate managing files, entering data and manipulating text.<\/p>\n

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GitHub Learning Lab<\/a><\/h3>\n

GitHub Basics<\/em><\/p>\n

If you haven’t yet gotten started with GitHub, the Learning Lab will get you there within less than an hour.As you progress through the course, you’ll be getting instructions and feedback from their interactive bot to ensure you always know what to do next and never get stuck while you’re learning.<\/p>\n

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Foundations of Programming<\/a><\/h3>\n

Fundamentals course<\/em><\/p>\n

Using Python, this course teaches you the very basics of coding in an easy-to-digest manner.<\/p>\n

After going through Foundations of Programming, you’ll know how writing source code, working with numbers and strings, functions, and comments work and you’ll have the foundation to start experimenting with them yourself.<\/p>\n

They’re also explaining the differences between programming languages and how to choose the best one.<\/p>\n

Python Programming Resources<\/h2>\n

Check out our resources for one of the most popular programming languages of today – Python<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Whether you’d like to learn Python from scratch or advance your existing skills, these courses and books will help you do it. <\/p>\n

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Python For Everybody<\/a><\/h3>\n

Python learning course<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Want to master Python from the ground up?This 8-month course bundle from the University of Michigan on Coursera provides a perfect roadmap (no prior experience required).You\u2019ll learn fundamental programming concepts like data structures and databases. In the 5th and final course, you\u2019ll apply the knowledge you\u2019ve gained to code your own programs.The learning is self-paced \u2013 you can take as much time as you want to complete the courses, or go faster if you\u2019re more ambitious.<\/p>\n

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Fluent Python<\/a><\/h3>\n

Advanced Python book<\/em><\/p>\n

Deepen your understanding of all aspects of the Python programming language with this highly rated book by Luciano Ramalho. You\u2019ll learn how to write better, shorter code by leveraging Python 3\u2019s best features.The updated edition is split up into five parts, teaching you how to apply concepts such as data structures, functions, object-oriented idioms, control flow and metaprogramming most effectively. This book is not for complete beginners \u2013 it\u2019s an excellent intermediate text you can use to take your Python skills to the next level. There\u2019s plenty of material to take in, but it\u2019s presented in a way that\u2019s less dry than the official documentation, making sure you\u2019ll enjoy working your way through.<\/p>\n

web development resources<\/h2>\n

If you’re looking for the right tools to become or improve as a front-end developer<\/a>, the following are for you.<\/p>\n

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HTML, JS & CSS<\/a><\/h3>\n

Course for Web Developers<\/em><\/p>\n

Learn web development from the ground up with this course from Johns Hopkins University at Coursera.You\u2019ll start with a thorough education in HTML and CSS, so you\u2019ll be able to build modern, responsive websites from scratch. Finally, you\u2019ll be diving into JavaScript to build complete web applications. The 5-week course includes 110 learning videos (over 13 hours of instructional videos in total), along with new readings and quizzes each week to test your newfound web development knowledge.<\/p>\n

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One-Hour HTML<\/a><\/h3>\n

Basics course<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a quick course to learn just HTML by itself, Mammoth Interactive\u2019s One-Hour HTML is the best choice.<\/p>\n

 The video instructions by experienced Web developer John Bura teach you all you need to know to start coding your own websites in short, to-the-point videos.<\/p>\n

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They make it easy to start applying the lessons right away. And then you can come back to get his guidance for tackling the next step.<\/p>\n

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Learn HTML (with projects)<\/a><\/h3>\n

Codecademy course<\/em><\/p>\n

Codecademy\u2019s course provides real hands-on learning: With its interactive platform, you\u2019ll be completing four different web development projects (such as building a fashion blog or the schedule for a wine festival) in a live coding environment.<\/p>\n

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All while getting helpful tips for what to do next.<\/p>\n

The course has received raving feedback: Its unique format has you make real progress, actually remember what you\u2019re learning, and staying motivated until the end because of it.<\/p>\n

Multiple assessments for you to take and the certificate awarded once you complete it are just the cherry on top.<\/p>\n

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JavaScript for Beginners<\/a><\/h3>\n

Coursera course<\/em><\/p>\n

Offered by UC Davis, this 4-month, Coursera course bundle with a flexible schedule will take you from a complete beginner to capable JavaScript programmer.<\/p>\n

 It’s split up into four courses that build on top of each other. After completing them, you\u2019ll be taking on a development project using everything you\u2019ve learned.<\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve earned the certificate of completion, you\u2019ll have upleveled your skills to the point where you can put the title of JavaScript developer on your resume, making you that much more attractive to potential employers.<\/p>\n

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Build Real-World Websites<\/a><\/h3>\n

Udemy course<\/em><\/p>\n

This course delivers on just what its name suggests: In addition to the latest versions of HTML and CSS, it also teaches you web design.<\/p>\n

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This will give you the complete stack for designing modern websites for yourself or for clients \u2013 an invaluable skill in today\u2019s marketplace.<\/p>\n

Automation Testing Resources<\/h2>\n

Check out these tools and courses for Automation Testing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

programmer productivity tools<\/h2>\n

As a software developer, you have to manage projects, juggle tasks, and navigate code production. Doing so manually without structure can lead to energy drain, or sometimes utter chaos.<\/p>\n

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You can avoid this by leveraging technology: The right tools help you streamline your work, reducing stress and maximizing your output of quality code.<\/p>\n

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Check out the following list of recommended productivity tools for the ambitious programmer<\/a>:<\/p>\n

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DeskTime<\/a><\/h3>\n

Productivity software<\/em><\/p>\n

This one\u2019s great for getting your solo programming work done more efficiently, while also offering advanced features for managing your team.<\/p>\n

When you start using a time-tracking and product management tool like DeskTime, you\u2019ll be able to see exactly how much time you or your team are spending on each task, and track everything for easy assessment.<\/p>\n

It also includes a handy pomodoro timer, which has given a boost to my own productivity \u2013 it\u2019s what allowed me to create dozens of Pluralsight courses, build up Simple Programmer into a good-sized business, and write two massive books in the shortest time I could.<\/p>\n

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Consider using a software like DeskTime \u2013 you\u2019re bound to transform your organisation and workflow as a software developer.<\/p>\n

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Trello<\/a><\/h3>\n

Productivity software<\/em><\/p>\n

Trello is one of the most popular Kanban tools available. It integrates with DeskTime, so you can import your Trello boards to track the time spent on each task within your project.<\/p>\n

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Using Trello is super easy and intuitive \u2013 you don\u2019t need to study any documentation to get going with it.<\/p>\n

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Just start creating your first boards for one of your projects, and you\u2019re set to have a much better grasp on where your project is at and what needs to be done next.<\/p>\n

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GanttPro<\/a><\/h3>\n

Advanced project management app<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re working with a lot of Gantt charts in your business, Ganttpro lets you smoothly create and modify them.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s a high-level project management app for those working with a team and who need many advanced features.<\/p>\n

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One of those is task delegation: The software makes it easy to assign something to somebody on your team, and ensures only the right team members see it.<\/p>\n

 Recommended for the ambitious project manager.<\/p>\n

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Macro Recorder<\/a><\/h3>\n

Automation tool<\/em><\/p>\n

As a software developer, you want to avoid repetitive tasks, much like repetitive code in your programs. In your code, you can use functions to do that.<\/p>\n

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And for automating mouse and keyboard inputs \u2013 there\u2019s macro recording software. This tool works like a tape recorder for any task: You record it once, and then you can play it back as many times as you want at the click of a button.<\/p>\n

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Bartels Media\u2019s Macro Recorder is one that\u2019s safe, affordable, and easy to use. <\/p>\n

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Music For Programming<\/a><\/h3>\n

Hand-picked coding music<\/em><\/p>\n

Certain tunes seem to be made to get in you in the zone for a long, intense, productive coding session.<\/p>\n

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But, it takes effort to find them and assemble them in a playlist! And if you want to add more, you\u2019ll have to constantly keep searching for the next gem.<\/p>\n

 MusicForProgramming solves this problem. They\u2019ve assembled dozens of (free) playlists featuring the perfect tracks to create a fitting audio backdrop for your next programming sessions.<\/p>\n

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You can play them right on their site \u2013 which is designed to match the look of your coding environment. <\/p>\n

Resources to Advance Your Software Developer Career<\/h2>\n

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The Software Developer’s Career Guide<\/a><\/h3>\n

Simple Programmer book<\/em><\/p>\n

My best-selling book of all time boasts 800 pages of advice on how to become a better, more valuable and financially successful programmer.<\/p>\n

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Triplebyte<\/a><\/h3>\n

Tech job platform<\/em><\/p>\n

Triplebyte is a hiring platform that helps software engineers find jobs at top tech companies.<\/p>\n

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They have 400+ companies on the platform including Apple, Box, and hundreds of mid and early stage companies that are looking to hire talented software engineers.<\/p>\n

Creating your resume<\/p>\n

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Find My Profession<\/a><\/h3>\n

Resume service<\/em><\/p>\n

To reduce the chance of your resume being tossed onto the \u2018rejected\u2019 pile after only a quick glance, it\u2019ll help if you have it look as slick and interesting as possible.<\/p>\n

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You could try and do this yourself \u2013 or make sure it\u2019s up to professional standards by hiring a resume writing service.<\/p>\n

After a one-on-one strategy call with you, FindMyProfession will create you an outstanding resume, cover letters, or even your LinkedIn profile and professional bio. They\u2019re done within 3-5 days, and even offer a 60-day interview guarantee.<\/p>\n

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Choose between their Entry-Level, Professional, Executive and C-Level services by visiting FindMyProfession below:<\/p>\n

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Kickresume<\/a><\/h3>\n

Resume templates<\/em><\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t think you\u2019ll need a full-on writing service, but also don\u2019t want to completely DIY your resume, have a look into KickResume.<\/p>\n

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They\u2019re helping techies of all experience levels land interviews with resume templates and guides. The templates are strategically formatted and ATS-friendly, making them look impressive to recruiters.<\/p>\n

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Kickresume is a great option if you want to create a nice resume and cover letter without spending a lot of money.<\/p>\n

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ResumeWorded<\/a><\/h3>\n

Resume tool<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve written your own resume (and\/or LinkedIn profile), you can use ResumeWorded to get feedback on your writing. Over 1 million people have used their AI-powered platform to improve their resumes and in turn score more interviews.<\/p>\n

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In under a minute, you\u2019ll learn what parts of your resume could still be better, and you\u2019ll receive an overall score to use as an orientation.<\/p>\n

With ResumeWorded\u2019s additional LinkedIn Review tool, you\u2019ll be able to optimize your profile so you get approached by more recruiters.<\/p>\n

Acing Your INterview<\/p>\n

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30 Interview Secrets<\/h3>\n

Free interview tips<\/em><\/p>\n

In this free guide, ten FAANG software engineers spill their secrets on how they conquered their coding interviews.<\/p>\n

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Discover the patterns behind their advice, and consider the unique bits some of them share with you in this 10-page PDF.<\/p>\n

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There are certain strategies and tactics that just work<\/em> in coding interviews \u2013 so why not hear about them from developers with proven success? <\/p>\n

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Algo.Monster<\/a><\/h3>\n

Prep platform<\/em><\/p>\n

AlgoMonster is one of the best coding interview preparation platforms. Instead of video lectures, they\u2019re betting on interactive step-by-step explanations.<\/p>\n

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This means that you can start solving coding interview questions right away, and input your solutions into the live coding environment. You\u2019ll then get hints and further explanations, so you get guided to the correct answer \u2013 while doing everything yourself all the way.<\/p>\n

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This is a better approach for retaining the skill than having you sit back and watch someone else go through a question and lecture about the solution.<\/p>\n

For this reason, AlgoMonster is a favorite of many. Check it out below:<\/p>\n

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Accelerate Your Developer Career<\/a><\/h3>\n

Prep toolkit<\/em><\/p>\n

In this course, I teach you not only how to approach any coding interview question, but also the ominous \u201csoft skills\u201d many talk about, but few seem to be able to actually help you with.<\/p>\n

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My approach of marketing yourself well, connecting with the interviewer, and leaving an outstanding impression, has landed me high-paying developer and consulting jobs.<\/p>\n

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The Accelerate Your Developer Career Toolkit teaches you these soft skills, so you can impress your interviewer not just with your technical expertise, but also your behavioral attributes. <\/p>\n

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Interview Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n

Prep course<\/em><\/p>\n

Another great option for your interview preparation is Interview Cake. We’ve all struggled with interviews at one point or another. Software Developer interviews are notoriously difficult. But… Programming interviews are a winnable game. Learn the tricks to quickly solve problems you’ve never seen before.Interview Cake gives you helpful, progressive hints<\/a> for tackling the over 50 hours of practice questions and readings included in the course. They even offer a 100-day \u2018no questions asked\u2019 refund policy.<\/p>\n

Coding Resources: Learning PLatforms<\/h2>\n

I hereby present you the best websites you can use to learn coding<\/a>:<\/p>\n

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Edabit<\/a><\/h3>\n

Code-learning platform<\/em><\/p>\n

“It’s like Duolingo for learning to code.”With Edabit, you’ll earn XP, unlock achievements, and level up as you improve your coding skills:<\/p>\n