CPD Microproject
CPD Microproject
Becoming A
Software Developer
Enrollment No: 236170316065
Name: Panchal Darshit K.
Branch: Information Technology
Semester: 4th
Introduction
What is Software Developer ?
• A Software Developer is a person who creates computer programs and
applications. They write code to build software that helps people do different
tasks, like using a mobile app, browsing a website, or running a business system.
Backend Development
• Python, Java, SQL, APIs
I CANs For My Career Pathways
• I CAN learn programming languages like Swift for iOS development.
• I CAN build and improve my problem-solving skills.
• I CAN work on real projects to gain hands-on experience.
• I CAN stay updated with new technologies and trends.
• I CAN practice coding regularly to improve my skills.
• I CAN learn how to design and develop apps.
• I CAN apply for internships and jobs to gain industry experience.
• I CAN achieve my goal of becoming a successful software developer.
Technical & Soft Skills Required
Technical Skills Soft Skills
• Programming Languages: Know languages like Python, Java, • Communication: Explain ideas clearly to teams and
Swift (for iOS), C++, or JavaScript. clients.
• Data Structures & Algorithms: Helps in writing efficient • Teamwork: Work well with others in a team.
code. • Time Management: Complete tasks on time.
• Databases: Understand SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and • Creativity: Think of new and better ways to build
NoSQL (MongoDB). software.
• Problem-Solving: Think logically to solve coding problems.
• Operating Systems: Basics of Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC): Understand how
software is planned, developed, and tested.
• APIs & Web Services: Learn how apps communicate using
RESTful APIs.
• Mobile or Web Development (Optional): If interested, learn
iOS (Swift) or Web (React, Node.js).
My Learning & Development Plan
Code Optimization
• Write clean code, use efficient algorithms, and test performance.
Tight Deadlines
• Plan tasks properly, break work into small steps, and prioritize.
Daily Practice
Monthly Practice Yearly Practice
• Write code daily (small • Build small projects to • Complete a big project
programs, challenges). apply concepts. to showcase skills.
• Read documentation • Learn a new framework, • Update your portfolio
and explore new tool, or language and resume.
concepts. feature. • Learn a major new
• Debug and improve • Participate in coding technology or trend.
existing code. competitions or • Set new career goals
• Review code to learn contribute to open and evaluate progress.
better practices. source.
• Refactor old code for
better efficiency.
Conclusions