[csorrell]

Well, I was 25 when I started learning how to code. The big motivator for me was the birth of my first child, and I was sick of minimum wage labor jobs. Transitioning into software was a long process for me. I spent about two years working at it in the evening hours before I was able to land my first real job. There's a steep learning curve upfront and it takes a lot of effort. I would recommend signing up for classes at your local community college if you can. See if you like it first, then re-evaluate your decision after a semester or two. If you're like me, being enrolled in some kind of program is going to help keep you focused and on track.

Best of luck. You can do it!

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>Well, I was 25 when I started learning how to code. The big motivator for me was the birth of my first child, and I was sick of minimum wage labor jobs.

I don't have kids, but I certainly can relate. My family immigrated to the states from the Caribbean, making me a first generation American. They aren't well off and even though we aren't that close, I'd like to be in the position where I can assist them and their kids if they ever need help. I feel that the best way to do this is to pursue this path that I've chosen.

> I spent about two years working at it in the evening hours before I was able to land my first real job.

That's impressive. Thanks for the inspiration.

I know that nothing in life comes easy and that basically you (sometimes) get what you put in. I was uncertain yesterday, but I think today I'm ready to take the first step towards this crazy dream of mine.

>Best of luck. You can do it!

Thanks! And good luck to you as well. :)