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NewsDepth: Career Callouts--Coder

4 minutes 12 seconds

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The video "NewsDepth: Career Callouts--Coder" provides an insight into the life and career of Rachel Clifton, a software developer at Callibrity. Through answering questions from students, Rachel shares her journey into coding, highlighting the importance of perseverance and continuous learning. Key concepts discussed include coding pathways that don't always follow a straight line, starting from middle school to participating in an intensive bootcamp. Rachel emphasizes the critical role of testing in software development, explaining different testing methods such as automated and manual testing for identifying edge cases. The video also elucidates how computers read coding, involving the translation of source code into machine code via compilers and virtual machines. It underscores the enjoyment and creativity in coding new features and solving problems. This educational content is significant for those interested in technology and coding careers, encouraging exploration and persistent practice in the field.

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