Alexander Chen

Alexander Chen

6 articles on the Japan Dev blog

Alex is a Kyoto-based writer who previously worked as a software engineer and translator for a Japanese tech company. He spends his free time gaming, playing the ukulele, and going on walks with his dog Mugi.

Articles by Alexander Chen

Articles for Software Developers in Japan

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    Essential Japanese for Software Engineers

    Japanese skills aren’t always necessary to work as a software engineer in Japan, but knowing some es...

    Japanese skills aren’t always necessary to work as a software engineer in Japan, but knowing some essential words and phrases can go a long ...

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    Working in Kansai: The Best Tech Companies in Osaka and Kyoto

    If you’re looking for a tech job in Japan, Tokyo is far from being your only option. Check out the K...

    If you’re looking for a tech job in Japan, Tokyo is far from being your only option. Check out the Kansai region, home to some of Japan’s mo...

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    How I Became a Software Engineer in Japan with No Experience

    I started my career as a translator with zero tech experience. A few years later, I ended up becomin...

    I started my career as a translator with zero tech experience. A few years later, I ended up becoming an engineer at one of Japan’s leading ...

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    Working For An International Company in Japan

    If you’re looking for a global workplace in Japan, there are definitely opportunities for you. Learn...

    If you’re looking for a global workplace in Japan, there are definitely opportunities for you. Learn more from a software engineer who worke...

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    What It’s Like Joining a Coding Bootcamp in Japan

    Coding bootcamps are everywhere, and Tokyo is no exception! Learn more from a bootcamp graduate who ...

    Coding bootcamps are everywhere, and Tokyo is no exception! Learn more from a bootcamp graduate who successfully found an engineering job in...

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    Working Remotely From Kyoto: What’s It Like?

    Tired of living in Tokyo? This is what it’s like to move across the country and start a new life, al...

    Tired of living in Tokyo? This is what it’s like to move across the country and start a new life, all while working remotely.

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