Meet Sean, instructor
Meet the team behind Build Carolina! This series introduces you to the people making a difference in the South Carolina tech ecosystem.
Meet Sean Reid, instructor.
Sean Reid, the lead instructor at the Carolina Code School, shares his passion for teaching and helping others learn to code. He discusses the joy of seeing students grow and succeed in the tech industry. Sean also talks about the challenges he faces as a software developer and the importance of problem-solving in programming. He encourages people to say yes to new opportunities and embrace the learning process.
Takeaways
Teaching coding is a privilege and an exciting journey of seeing students grow and succeed.
Problem-solving is a crucial skill in programming, and challenges are a normal part of the learning process.
Saying yes to new opportunities and embracing the learning process is key to personal and professional growth in the tech industry.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:45 The Joy of Teaching and Helping Others Learn to Code
08:57 The Importance of Problem-Solving in Programming
12:09 Challenges as a Software Developer
15:24 Embracing New Opportunities and the Learning Process
“Life is short, so just go and try stuff and don’t be afraid to break things.”
Want to learn more about our work and how you can get involved? Email our engagement manager, Lauren, at lauren@buildcarolina.org!