KoreanCoding 101: Introduction

Hi everyone, my name is Anna and I'm excited to share my new blog series, "KoreanCoding 101: Technical Korean for Non-Korean Speakers", with you. As a non-native Korean speaker living in South Korea and trying to find a job as a Frontend Developer in a Korean company, I've realized how important it is to have a strong grasp of Technical Korean for coding challenges.

I've been studying Korean for a while now and even hold a TOPIK level 4, but I found that my technical Korean wasn't quite up to par for the coding challenges and tests required during job interviews. So, I started practicing on programmers.co.kr, a popular platform used by many Korean tech companies.

As I worked through these challenges, I realized that it would be helpful to have a resource that explains the technical Korean terms commonly used in coding challenges. That's why I decided to start this blog series, where I'll walk you through each challenge step-by-step, breaking down the technical terms and explaining my thought process along the way. While I'll be using JavaScript to tackle these challenges, the principles and concepts we'll cover can be applied to any programming language. So even if you prefer working with Python or C, you can still follow along and apply these techniques to your language of choice.

My hope is that this series will be helpful to other non-Korean speakers who are interested in joining the Korean tech industry but may be struggling with the language barrier in coding challenges. Join me as we explore Technical Korean and work towards becoming more confident and proficient in our coding skills!

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Edit:

Someone kindly pointed out that it would be great if I shared a bit more about my background and explained my interest in seeking employment with Korean companies.

Let me give you some context: I've been living in South Korea since 2021, but my ties with this country actually started back in 2016. I have family here, and I plan on continuing to call Korea my home for many years to come. So, it only made sense to explore job opportunities in Korea.

But my reasons for seeking employment here go beyond just familial ties. For one, there are so many exciting startups and companies in Korea that I can see myself being a part of. I'm drawn to the innovation and creativity that I've seen in the Korean business scene. Plus, I prefer working face-to-face with colleagues. As a freelancer, I often work remotely and don't get much social interaction. So, the idea of being a part of a team in person is really appealing to me.

Lastly, I should mention that I genuinely love my life here in Korea. I appreciate the culture, the food, and the people. It's a beautiful country with so much to offer, and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to be here.

So, that's a bit about me and my reasons for seeking employment with Korean companies. I hope this explanation helps to clarify my background and motivations.