In Season 26, Episode 7 of the CodeNewbie Podcast, @saronyitbarek talks about the journey into software engineering with Johnny Proano, Associate Software Engineer at Hilton Grand Vacations. Saron speaks with Johnny about his path into coding, sparked by the creation of his personal DJ website. He delves into his initial assumptions about needing a degree to pursue software engineering, his shift towards attending a coding bootcamp for education, and reflects on the distinctions between bootcamp and traditional college experiences. Johnny also shares insights into his post-graduation job search process.

Johnny is a passionate Chicago Bulls fan, music enthusiast, Star Wars fan, and a proud father with a love for the creativity of coding. He is a dedicated Software Engineer blending university education and a coding bootcamp experience bringing leadership, innovation, and a commitment to making a difference through code: “Think it, code it, make a difference!"

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