CareerDeveloper Route
#RI-69abbb5f·5 months ago·
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“Considering career change to software development”
What Actually Happened
Realized research job isn't fulfilling, feels behind in programming skills
What I wish I knew
"Prioritize learning and networking in industry"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Reflect on personal goals and interests before making a career switch"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
Advice for Someone Facing This
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Career Category
6,107
Career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
44%
of Career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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