I’m from a country you’ve probably never heard of: How I got a remote job in the US 🙌🏻

Hello! My name is Nico. I'm a software engineer from Paraguay , and since 2021, I've been working fully remote for companies in LATAM, Europe, and the US. Why am I writing this? If you are from a country like mine and want to start working globally, I want to share some quick advice on how to make it happen. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This is based on my personal experience. There is no magic formula; read this and draw your own conclusions. Learn English First things first: this is your number one priority . If you're a developer and don't know English, stop focusing on React or Rust for a moment. Learn English first. While AI can help you write emails or documentation, real-time communication in meetings is what gets you (and keeps you) the job. A bit of experience I recommend having at least a few years of experience before applying to international companies. Why? There is a massive market for junior developers, but companies often prefer local talent for entry-level roles to simplify onboardi