How I Would Teach Myself Software Engineering Without Traditional School 2

How I Would Teach Myself Software Engineering Without Traditional School (Season 2)

By the end of my first month, I realized something that changed everything.

Learning software engineering isn't about collecting certificates—it's about building skills.

So if I had to start all over again, this is the exact roadmap I'd follow.

Step 1: Learn how computers work.

Before writing thousands of lines of code, I'd understand what happens when I press the power button. I'd learn about operating systems, files, memory, CPUs, and how the internet works. You don't need to master everything, but understanding the basics makes coding much easier.

Step 2: Choose ONE programming language.

Many beginners waste months jumping from Python to JavaScript...