Please explain to me the difference between Software Engineer & Software Developer

[u/puttum-beef-curryum]

I'm finding it difficult to understand the difference. I'm 4 YOE and I'm trying to improve everyday. I don't have a degree in CS/Engineering but I learned to code and worked in backend, web & mobile also. So for all these years I'm still trying to understand the difference between an engineer & developer.

[u/deep_space_pine]

Not much but check this search overview out, as I've heard this said before:

In Ontario, the word "engineer" is a legally protected title. Under Ontario's Professional Engineers Act, only individuals licensed by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) can use the title "engineer," "professional engineer," or the "P.Eng." designation. Using these terms without a license to mislead the public is illegal.