How to Ask Technical Questions
There is a whole list of reasons for why we don't recommend using Windows.
You can however use Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL2), which lets you run a full-fledged Linux environment from within an existing Windows installation.
TOP is the abbreviation for The Odin Project
We do not offer job services. However, if you have completed TOP, you have the skills and qualifications needed to find a job. See <#669547324707569665> and the getting hired section of the curriculum for advice on the job search. <#1089990025162260570> are also a good source of motivation.
No, certificates do not have much value outside of very small niches in IT, usually not programming. After TOP, your portfolio should speak for itself
If you see anything in the server that you believe is against our community rules, we encourage you to send a DM to <@575252669443211264> and to not address the issue yourself. You can also send a DM to <@575252669443211264> if you're not sure if you're allowed to share something in our channels. You can find more info about how to use ModMail in the guide we posted here.
Please don't use <@575252669443211264> for personal TOP advice, programming help or casual chats with the team.
Almost always no. Do not assume you have permission. We may entertain things that are not designed to make money or take away from the mission of TOP. Please ask us in a DM to <@575252669443211264>.
There is no data on this information, nor would how long it takes other people be useful information, since your situation will not be the same as other people's. As long as you are sensible and disciplined, it will take however long it is supposed to take for you. Read this great message about the time it may or may not take for more info.
Of course, check out our Github and follow the contributing guide.
In the past, Thinkful paid our hosting costs in exchange for an advertisement. They did not use our curriculum, nor do they contribute to ours. TOP is fully run by the Core and Maintainer teams, as well as other contributors on a volunteer basis.
We are not currently affiliated with any bootcamps. Our license prohibits the use of our curriculum when there are any fees charged. So if you hear about one that is using our material, please let us know through <@575252669443211264>.
Visit our website to see what is covered, and also read this message on learning programming instead of specific programming languages.
It doesn't matter, though there's more information at the end of Foundations. Don't worry until you have completed Foundations. See above.
You should start at the beginning and not skip, even if you feel you are experienced. Part of what makes TOP work is building on previous knowledge in the curriculum. If you know the stuff, it will go quickly, if you do not, you'll be glad you did it. TOP expects you to have gone through the previous sections before each next section. This is a curriculum, not a collection of tutorials.
Mostly, no. Understanding > memorization. This message on note-taking is a great read on the topic.
Generally no, however a degree can help you get past some non-understanding HR people. Many people have become successful without them, see <#1089990025162260570>.
We strongly advise against this. For more context on our opinion, read this message on doing multiple courses at the same time.
Yup! If you are not logged in, you will see a little moon and sun icon in the top nav bar. If you are logged in, you will see the choice when you click on the user icon in the top nav bar.
Very, but that doesn't mean you can't do it. Learning programming in general is tough, no matter where you go. In order to get through it, you'll need to develop grit
Nope, this is run by the community, for the community without pay of any sort.
Read our guide on helping others solve coding problems.
Read our page on asking technical questions.
Our curriculum will recommend books when the time is right. If you haven't come across recommendations, the time isn't right. Yet. (Though, we've heard Moby Dick is a good book.)
The "professional" role is limited to those who are verified industry professionals such as software engineers, software developers, web developers, and other associated software development team roles. Please fill out this form to apply for the professional role.
It's just a way to show off that you're studying! Think of it like going to a library and studying quietly.
Possibly. There are certain limitations and concerns that you need to consider.