Outside the Interview
Let's cover what the opportunities are if you are not getting a full-time job as a newbie.
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Contract jobs
While you are waiting to land a full-time job, you can also pick up some contract jobs to get some practice coding for money. A lot of people get their start doing projects for friends or relatives, like a site for an aunt or an app for the local cafe there. All of it becomes a relevant experience for your resume. There are also sites that connect you to short-term jobs, like Upwork or Toptal, but you may have a tougher go of it as a newer programmer.
Apprenticeships
Some more well-known companies actively run internship and apprenticeship programs, including programs for people from nontraditional backgrounds. Treehouse offers apprenticeships with name-brand employers like Airbnb and Nike. If you are eligible for college in Canada, apply for ...