I'm a self taught programmer that has worked in South Africa, Botswana, UK, USA, and Germany. I have emphasized my ability to ship. I have never gone to a pote

I'm a self taught programmer that has worked in South Africa, Botswana, UK, USA, and Germany. I have emphasized my ability to ship. I have never gone to a potential employee and said "hey trust me, I can do it even though I don't have proof." Rather: "Here is the work I've already done, and I can do the same for you, or better."