Wonolo
San Francisco, CA USA
“[Working in computer science] is a lot like building Legos when you were a kid. The sense of accomplishment you feel at the end when you see what you have built, is worth all of the stress and struggle of getting there. It's an addictive and rewarding thing.”
Software Engineer
I am a backend software developer for a San Francisco-based startup.
As a backend software developer, I mainly do my work using Ruby on Rails, but I also code in a variety of languages and utilize different apps and programs on a daily basis. My day to day involves working on all of the basic functionalities that keep our website and apps running smoothly. We start the day with a stand-up meeting where we go over tasks for the day and for the coming weeks. We do a lot of breaking down tasks and doing code reviews to make sure everyone is on the same page.
Here's the first step for everyone
Getting a degree in order to work in computer science isn't always a requirement, but it is helpful and empowering. This is a career where if you can demonstrate proficiency and prior experience, that might be all you need to get a job. Explore your options and figure out what would work best for you. Do as much self-learning as you can in order to figure out what area of computer science really interests you.
"There is no way I can go back to school right now."
