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From base to stock: understanding comp for software engineers

Software engineering is one of the most in-demand and lucrative careers in the United States. As technology continues to advance and permeate all aspects of our lives, the demand for skilled software engineers continues to grow. However, the amount of money that software engineers make in the US varies depending on a number of factors.

 

Software engineering is becoming a basic skill

The digital age is making the ability to read and write code a necessity

  • DBZ

In today's digital age, software engineering is becoming increasingly important as a basic skill. Just like reading and writing, software engineering is becoming an essential part of our daily lives and is necessary for success in a wide range of industries.

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Software engineering and startups

What is a startup and what is it like working at one

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A startup is a small company that is typically in the early stages of operation and is focused on developing a unique product or service in order to grow quickly. Startups are often characterized by a fast-paced work environment, a culture of innovation, and a focus on rapid growth.

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Perks of working for big tech companies as a software engineer

Some of the best paying software engineering roles also include amazing perks

  • DBZ

If you're considering a career in the tech industry, you've probably heard about the many perks that big tech companies like Facebook, Google, and Apple offer to their employees. From free snacks and meals to the latest hardware and even pet-friendly offices, these companies go above and beyond to create a great work environment for their employees.

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What is a software engineering interview like?

What to know about interviewing for a software engineering role

  • NPE

If you're looking to become a software engineer, you're probably wondering what the interview process is like at companies like Google, Facebook, Apple, Amazon, etc. While every company is different, there are a few commonalities that you can expect during the interview process for software engineering roles.

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Are you really interested in software engineering?

Wanting to be a software engineer doesn't always means being interested in software engineering

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It may sound strange but just because you want to do something doesn't necessarily mean are interested in the thing you want to do. A quick example would be wanting to be a software engineer because you think you'll become rich but realizing that you detest spending your day writing code. Or another example could be wanting to be a software engineer so you can build your own startup but realizing that the parts of a startup you want to focus your time on are business and sales. While this doesn't mean you shouldn't spend your time learning about software engineering, it probably means software engineering will simply complement whatever you're really interested in.

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