How Much I’ve Made Coding

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How much do programmers who work at non-FAANG companies make? In this video, I share my own salary journey through my career at various non-big tech companies.
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Programming Community: (0:00)
First Internship: (0:46)
Full-Time Offer 1: (2:07)
Full-Time Offer 2: (3:33)
Full-Time Offer 3: (5:30)
3 Tips for Making Money in Your Career: (6:55)
How Much I Make Today: (8:47)

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@kennygunderman 3 ай бұрын

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@elizaturner1 3 ай бұрын

I graduate with my bachelor’s degree in Computer Science this September and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video for how realistic it is. Social media had me feeling so behind because starting out, i’m not qualified for the jobs making $100k+ a year due to experience and overall knowledge of my skills currently. This brought me back to reality knowing that yes, I can be a real developer even if I don’t work at google and even if the starting salary is $50-62k a year.

@kennygunderman 3 ай бұрын

Huge congrats on getting your CS Degree! Social media often makes us feel like we're all lagging behind, doesn't it? But yeah, there is a whole other world out there where you can still make a great living for yourself as a developer without working in big tech. I'm so happy this struck a chord with you :)

@alessandroverrecchia5763 3 ай бұрын

Very realistic journey. My first job was an 12.50$/h internship while still in school. First real job in 2019 was 60k jump to 2024, 1 real raise 2 job hops and now 120k salary.

@cassl1389 3 ай бұрын

Very Informative and helpful. Looking forward to connect with you.

@warrengunderman 3 ай бұрын

I have had a similar path and experience, and pretty much the same outcome in my developer journey. I'm beyond happy where I am now as a Senior Frontend Developer and am also remote. This guy gives good advice, folks. As far as I know, no relation, by the way. Oddly enough, my middle name is Kenneth, too.

@timiawoniyi5168 3 ай бұрын

senior frontend developer? Please can I get a moment with you? I want to pursue a tech career in FE but I have some burning questions and concerns. Please can I reach you through a channel you choose?

@cody_codes_youtube 3 ай бұрын

Is this a KZfaq “I found my long lost cousin” story!?!?

@calixtoandrade996 3 ай бұрын

great video thanks for sharing!

@syedbilal07 3 ай бұрын

Amazing Story Kenny!

@pH7Programming 3 ай бұрын

great video Kenny 🙂

@mr.random8447 3 ай бұрын

Recruiters aren’t reaching out anymore

@mr.random8447 3 ай бұрын

@@plumbingphase are you in tech? First time I have ever seen anyone say this.

@DF-wl8nj 3 ай бұрын

They definitely are. I get like 1-2 InMails a day.

@SteveBoyer10 3 ай бұрын

I think the correct way to say this is they are reaching out less.

@mr.random8447 3 ай бұрын

@@DF-wl8nj are you in tech?

@DF-wl8nj 3 ай бұрын

@@mr.random8447 STEM/Biotech, yes.

@TYLERLUNG 3 ай бұрын

the sky is the limit Kenny. Rooting for you as always!

@issa_adventures 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video. Big Tech dominates salary conversations but I appreciate real conversations about salary.

@cody_codes_youtube 3 ай бұрын

So true. I wish you could make these conversations more catchy than the 0.001% making a half mill a year. It’s better for expectations and imposter syndrome for all these smart kids in the industry.

@miscreatedmonster2.022 3 ай бұрын

Wow. That motivates me so much more

@HHJoshHH 3 ай бұрын

Skool is an awesome place for developers to get together! Love the app! Thanks Kenny! You rock!

@sujit_webdev 3 ай бұрын

Why did he open the community there and not Discord?

@HHJoshHH 3 ай бұрын

@@sujit_webdev I'm not sure. You should ask him. 😊

@MightyCole1 3 ай бұрын

Your channel is a gem man. I've checked on KZfaq and I haven't seen coding journeys and videos on how to get into programming like yours. I want to get into programming because I like tech, and your channel has been very helpful so far. Keep it up, can't wait to see more from you!

@kennygunderman 3 ай бұрын

This is what keeps me going. Thanks bro 🤝

@Jared4130 3 ай бұрын

Coming from a "non-traditional" route of being a developer, I've had a very similar experience. It's great to see this style of video being made on salaries outside of FAANG, which seems to dominate on youtube. Always enjoy your videos!

@willdazns 3 ай бұрын

I also went a non traditional route (started in research labs and now working in a major tech company outside the FAANG circle). I've seen my compensation leap from ~$100k to ~$300k in just 4 years, thanks to strategic job-hopping across three roles. Can attest that this approach really pays off!

@derekwright5722 3 ай бұрын

Our outcomes were similar although I managed to stay at my first and only job which is great, because like you, i also like my current job (especially my boss). I started out at 50k and am now making 120k 5 years later. Thats an average 20% raise per year within the same company which is mostly unheard of so ive been very lucky in that regard. Unfortunately, I'm getting close to the ceiling salary-wise since i work for a small business so sooner or later ill need to look elsewhere for my next big salary bump.

@pyro4853 3 ай бұрын

You're my favorite KZfaqr

@jermainemyrn19 3 ай бұрын

I'm on the road to becoming a smart contract developer. I found out i actually get a sense of accomplishment from figuring coding out. If i don't do this, i don't know what else to do

@callous21 3 ай бұрын

I'm a pharmacy tech making $19hr. Been studying web development about 2 years. Would jump to take a pay cut to intern to learn the industry and get mentorship

@cody_codes_youtube 3 ай бұрын

Nice dude. I always love these transparent videos. I also absolutely love that this isn’t another humble brag video, but honest and clear. Where are you located? I don’t know if I caught that.

@kennygunderman 3 ай бұрын

I live in the Midwest :)

@cody_codes_youtube 3 ай бұрын

@@kennygunderman oh nice dude. I was born and raised in Iowa!

@atlantic_love 3 ай бұрын

Bragging is never a good thing, ever.

@owinophil5777 3 ай бұрын

I am 29 just finished my BSc. Computer Science last year and honestly i'm confused where to start.

@sukapow 3 ай бұрын

Never too late to do a startup 😏

@miscreatedmonster2.022 3 ай бұрын

Apply to Jobs of course

@sukapow 3 ай бұрын

@@miscreatedmonster2.022 "You need three years of experience"

@im_dom_ 3 ай бұрын

Build 1-3 polished side project so you can showcase your skills to recruiters, and just apply for jobs while doing this. If you can network by going to tech events as this will definitely help land you a job! Congrats and good luck!

@Radbrad869 3 ай бұрын

I like this, I work for a public school accounting firm. It’s not luxurious or sexy but it’s stable and I’m learning tons

@perezident14 3 ай бұрын

I’m a web engineer with 3 years of experience and no degree. Do you think it’s worth going back to finish my degree or would it not make much of a difference in my career?

@rodrigocornidez1917 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, this helps. I'm changing careers and have been trying to land my first full-time role as a developer. The blind application experience is challenging. But I'm looking forward to that work/life balance.

@gadgetboyplaysmc 3 ай бұрын

tldw, how much?

@TOn-fx2gr 3 ай бұрын

Can someone help me get a job , i am a control systems engineer and a self taught developer i currently work for a startup as a full stack web and mobile app developer

@siddharthajilal3378 3 ай бұрын

Yo just want to comment

@TheObnoxiousMan 3 ай бұрын

Easy to say there are parts of peoples lives when they "shouldnt care about money" but a low/no paying gig doesnt pay rent, bills, groceries, medial care, daycare, vet bills, etc. Everyone deserves a living wage even interns and apprentices.