Become a Self-taught Developer

I got an opportunity to watch Traversy's Video on YouTube "Become a self-taught Developer". It is very helpful for me so I am sharing here the important contents he taught on the video.

1. Pick up the End goal :- choose which area you want to grow, type of
   working environment you are looking for, what are you naturally good at and
   suitable type of Developer Jobs(based on security, pay scale)

2. Choose a programming language:-
   Figure out which programming language you want to learn
   learn the fundamentals
   choose a Text editor or IDE you are comfortable with
   Remember you can always switch to/learn another language

3. Find Resources and Build a curriculum:-
   You can choose any of the resources based on your learning method
   Books,Documentations, Resource websites,Video courses,online courses,
   and challenge websites.

4. Find a community:-
   Find a mentor(If possible)
   Join an online community
   Start talking with other Developers

5. Create your own project:-
   Start building something
   Use other people's code as reference
   Get some idea from other people's code

6. create your own portfolio:-
   Show a live version of your project and Source code

7. Contribute to open source:-
   Give your experience with real-life projects
   collaborate with other Developers
   learn and Use GitHub
   It may add value to your resume

8. Create an online presence:-
   Maintain a Linkedin and Twitter Account
   Upload all of your works to GitHub and Keep it well documented
   Write Articles,Tutorials,Videos(Have your own blog, websites etc)

9. Prepare & Apply to jobs:-
   All boxes should be checked before coming to this point
   Prepare for Interview, Create a Resume,Cover Letter
   Search for jobs in your area that you are looking for things you know
   Apply even if you don't have a degree
   Remember it is your first job not your last job.