How to Get a FAANG Dev Job in Your 40s - Interview with John Washam

Dive into an insightful 3-hour podcast interview with John Washam, software engineer at Amazon and creator of Coding Interview University. Explore Washam's journey from delivering pizzas to buy his first computer, through his military career as a translator, to his self-taught path into big tech. Gain valuable insights on transitioning to software engineering, the importance of computer science fundamentals, and strategies for success in the tech industry. Learn about treating the learning process as a startup, debunking programming talent myths, and the value of continuous learning. Discover practical advice on career growth, job applications, and the differences between front-end and software engineering roles.

Introduction and Background
The Importance of Continuous Learning and Passion
Debunking the Myth of Talent in Programming
The Insidious Nature of MLMs
Learning and Transitioning to Web Development
Joining the Military and Learning Korean
Applying for Jobs and Starting a Career in Web Development
From DIY Websites to Entrepreneurship
Learning by Doing: Building Projects to Gain Skills
The Challenges of Marketing and Scaling a Business
Understanding the Market and Solving Real Problems
The Importance of Effective Marketing and Distribution
Sacrifices, Dedication, and Motivation: Keys to Entrepreneurial Success
Challenges in Transitioning to Software Engineering
Treating the Learning Process as a Startup
The Value of Learning Computer Science
Career Growth and Advice
Success in the Tech Industry
Narrowing Down Job Applications
Front-end Engineering vs. Software Engineering
Continuous Learning and Strong Fundamentals