CareerSoftware Engineering
#RI-6a7aa69a·3 months ago·
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“employment gap as SWE”
What Actually Happened
Got laid off, struggled with mental health and family crises
What I wish I knew
"Mental health struggles don't define career potential"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Stay positive, focus on skills, and seek help when needed"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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Career Category
223
Career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.9/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
42%
of Career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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