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Compare the three main paths to becoming a software developer — coding bootcamp, self-taught, and computer science degree — across cost, time, outcomes, and employer perception.</description><enclosure url="https://simeononsecurity.com/img/cover/coding-bootcamps-self-taught-degree-paths.webp" length="168206" type="image/webp"/></item><item><title>How to Start a Career in Software Development: Entry Paths and First Steps</title><link>https://simeononsecurity.com/software-development-career-playbook/getting-started-in-software-development/how-to-start-a-career-in-software-development/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><category>
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Learn the four main ways to break into software development — degree, bootcamp, self-study, and military — and how to choose the right entry path for your situation.</description><enclosure url="https://simeononsecurity.com/img/cover/software-development-career-entry-paths.webp" length="200692" type="image/webp"/></item><item><title>Software Development Career Playbook: From First Commit to Engineering Lead</title><link>https://simeononsecurity.com/software-development-career-playbook-start/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><category>
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A comprehensive guide to launching, growing, and leading a software development career. Covers programming languages, education paths, job searching, career advancement, and engineering leadership.</description><enclosure url="https://simeononsecurity.com/img/cover/software-development-career-path-illustration.webp" length="187706" type="image/webp"/></item><item><title>Getting Started in Software Development</title><link>https://simeononsecurity.com/software-development-career-playbook/getting-started-in-software-development/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><category>
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Everything you need to know to begin a software development career, from choosing your first programming language to understanding specializations and career paths.</description></item></channel></rss>