How to get a job as a software developer

Some general advice, your mileage may vary. That said, try do at least some of these things

Learn Git
Have a website and put something interesting on it
Have a GitHub with at least one repo you can talk about passionately
Have a clean resume; simple is better
Have a LinkedIn profile with a decent headshot and current information
Learn how to code with AI
If you get asked to do an interview, they already think you fit the job description. Don't stress about that, just show them that they're right!
When you do a technical interview, talk as much as possible while coding. You want them to hear your thought process, even if you fuck up, because problem solving is the most important skill in software development
Build something and charge people for it. If people are paying you for your independent work, that's a good signal to an employer
Ditto for building something that has consistent users, even if it's free
Become very competent with Python and TypeScript
Learn at least one other language - C++, Go, Rust, Java, Elixir; anything that shows you can work with more than the basics
University may or may not be your speed, but it has certain advantages: internships, research positions, building your network (there are really smart people willing to talk with you, go to office hours!), and of course, you get a degree
Get experience building things with others whenever you can
Go to local meetups and events
Networking isn't about going up to people and saying "job please". Boldness and being direct have their place, but you will go further if you build genuine relationships
Try to find a room / place / situation where you're the dumbest person there
Read books, listen to podcasts, watch videos, etc. about software development and programming
Do a few LeetCode problems. You don't need to grind them, but you should know how that kind of site works in case it becomes relevant for an interview
Ask people what they're looking for in a new hire - not if they're hiring