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IT's really quite broad, and it's very possible to get into it without a degree in the field (or a degree at all). You can look at something like https://www.freecodecamp.org/learn/ for an idea of what being a software developer is like, but bear in mind there are also loads of other roles that are needed in IT too, and in many you don't do coding at all.

Maybe add windows etc to your key skills area and move it to the top. This is my CV if you wish to have a look - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EJOPlBq7vvf9a533ye-Y7dWS8yaLf6GEwncqaBxZmQM/edit?hl=en_GB

The official one from citb, it's available on Android and Apple.

Here's it on Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.citb.imagitech.gt100.android.vy19.plus&hl=en_GB&gl=US

I started with zero Power BI experience and learned through Google and YouTube.

Microsoft do loads of free training:

https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/store/workshops-training-and-events/detail/getting-started-with-power-bi?program=Professionals&src=carousel2&pos=13

https://powerbi.microsoft.com/en-us/learning/

Well at the moment with the course I'm doing which is the free code camp course it does a bit of everything, in this order:

HTML and CSS

JavaScript

Front end libraries

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data visualization guessing that's for data science

back end devlopment

quality assurance

scientific computing with python

data analysis with python

information security

machine learning

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then code interview prep. They recommend going through one by one to do this. what do you think?

https://www.freecodecamp.org/learn/

Pretty much. It's worth bearing in mind that there are plenty of FOSS options (like Aegis) available, which have no access to calling/messages/contacts/location/Internet/etc, and which would not give your company any access to anything on your device - so they are not going to be able to see or monitor anything about your phone.

And you can refuse to install anything, and ask them to provide a work phone, hardware token or some other alternative - which they may well do. Or they might turn around and say that either you install an authenticator app or you find yourself a new job.

At the end of the day, it really comes down to whether this is a hill that either side is willing to die on.

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Here's the direct link. I'm not saying these are the perfect ones, but myself and other 25ish people are using them. No affiliation to the brand or anything https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0914N81VG/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_HQ0DHQQ3NKSNRD49MADH?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

There are lots of free programming courses that go from the basics. Try https://www.freecodecamp.org/learn/ (and don't be put off by the time estimates, those are very generous).

Volunteering and exercise will help immensely with structuring your day so you can keep up the learning and get to the point where you can do a full time job as a software developer.

As long as you keep at it and work your way through something like https://www.freecodecamp.org then you'll be entirely qualified to start as a junior developer. If you do this, apply to places, and explain that you've had difficulties in the past but you've now worked through it (even if you don't entirely feel like that in the interview), then companies will employ you and you can move on and do whatever you want to in life.

You do not need to learn all those languages. Suggesting someone should learn them can be overwhelming which usually puts people off. The term "Jack of all trades, master of none" comes to mind. Anyone (or at least most people) who claim to know all those languages is likely not to know them all that well. A bit like someone that learns a little Spanish and class themselves a Spanish speaker.

My suggestion to OP is to head over to r/learnprogramming. You'll find lots of good advice there.

I have also heard good things about The Odin Project. This is a well structured self-learning course that also expects you to put the work in to learn through projects.

My personal advice is to get a good book or find a good online course. Python is a good starting point (or so I hear). You'll need to focus on the fundamentals (i.e. what is a variable, what are the different data types, different types of loops, if statements and so on). Once you grasp that, you can then work towards a personal project which will often lead to you learning a whole host of new skills.

Be prepared though. Self learning can be quite slow and frustrating, but like anything - the more time you put in, the easier things begin to make sense.

My biggest recommendation is to plan out your learning path, well. Otherwise once you finish a book or course you'll then think to yourself "what do I do now". It's better to spend time and master one thing than it is to learn something something new but not be confident on the former.

If you are London based and need a free CSCS card you can get one for free (3 day course) Funded by TFL & Keltbray partnership.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=v2W9H-9d6k6mkqCJwlU0ayAPFlVsVMZJov8lE_Q-911UQTNJM1A5UzhHSUc2OEdQOEpRQ01MMThUVCQlQCN0PWcu&fbclid=IwAR2bQBI17hdF_koe3gDbknoODz6aolpK0S6Emy55ctOZUJd7Jhz5mhadrNU

There are many different kinds of injuries that can take place in the workplace. These injuries not only affect employees’ mental and physical health but also cost valuable work hours and money for employers. The first step towards stopping these incidents is to raise awareness about them.
https://www.cloudapper.com/what-are-some-of-the-most-common-workplace-injuries/

Firstly - make your CV interesting to look at. Try Enhancv - here is a non-referral link https://enhancv.com/

Education history should read like this...

2020-2021 - School A-Level Business, English etc (predicted X.X)

What key things have you been exposed to with business - academic exposure to customer obsession and culture, business strategy and operations?

2018-2020 - School GCSEs - 9 4-9; highlight business etc. Ignore your poor scorers.

Cool - financial research is interesting. But It should not be at the forefront of your CV when you are focused on gaining low-level customer service experience. Lose the waffle - everyone hopes to be successful and financially comfortable. Do you really have an interest in borrowing/saving products - that is unique and also inefficient.

Employable qualities - lose it. Let your work evidence your ability. Be straight to the point - ambitious, motivated, flexible, curious, positive.... hard-working... team player... demonstrate these. Be direct in your heading - Actively looking for a .... role in .... alongside my A-level studies....

Just some pointers whilst I drink my coffee. If this helps - happy to keep going.