From Bartender to Developer: How I Taught Myself to Code Without a CS Degree

Ever wondered if you could change your career without a degree? I did, and here’s how a global pandemic helped me redefine my life and transition from bartender to self-taught developer.

In 2019, I was serving drinks at clubs and bars in Italy, dreaming of a future where I could do more than just mix cocktails and serve customers. It was a steady job, but I longed for a career that allowed me to grow, create, and solve real problems. Little did I know that a global pandemic would serve as the unlikely catalyst for my transformation — from bartender to self-taught developer.

This is my journey of navigating the world of tech without a formal degree, battling impostor syndrome, and eventually building SaaS products while working full-time. Here’s how I did it, and what I learned along the way.

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