#157 - Freelancing, Coding Bootcamps, and Overcoming Addiction with William Ray

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William Ray is a YouTuber, coder, and recent bootcamp graduate.
We discuss how he went from a background in behavioral health to freelancing in the tech industry, overcoming addiction, the challenges of the job market, and the importance of time management.
William shares his experience of learning Java and Vue, the significance of building a network, and his innovative approach to finding freelance work.
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1. #157 - Freelancing, Coding Bootcamps, and Overcoming Addiction with William Ray (00:00:00)

2. Meet William Ray: YouTuber and Coder (00:00:12)

3. Transitioning from Behavioral Health to Tech (00:01:47)

4. Bootcamp Experience and Learning Java (00:03:21)

5. Navigating the Job Market (00:06:27)

6. Freelancing and Building a Client Base (00:08:50)

7. Helping Others and Personal Growth (00:14:29)

8. Embracing Openness and Vulnerability (00:15:59)

9. The Power of Sharing Personal Stories (00:16:31)

10. Finding Freedom in Unexpected Places (00:17:41)

11. Lessons from a Criminal Past (00:20:35)

12. Overcoming Addiction and Building Resilience (00:22:51)

13. Advice for Aspiring Coders (00:24:37)

14. Balancing Multiple Roles and Time Management (00:27:52)

15. Conclusion and Future Plans (00:30:02)