Develop Yourself · 2025-10-13 · 44 min
Just give up? Everyone says no one’s hiring junior developers anymore - but is that actually true? In this episode, I sit down with recruiter David Roberts to uncover what’s really happening in the job market, why most applicants are getting filtered out, and what you can do differently to land your first role. We break down the biggest myths about entry-level tech jobs, how recruiters actually think, and the skills that make you stand out in 2025. Don't learn to code, learn to build complex software and get hired: Already know how to code? Get help landing your first role: Send us a text Shameless Plugs Build Your First Website in 30 minutes ️ Got a question you want answered on the pod? Drop it here Apply for 1 of 12 spots at Parsity - Become a full stack AI developer in 6-9 months. Get full access to Develop Yourself at brianjenney.substack.com/subscribe
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