career developmentJob Search Preparation
#RI-69a82393·about 2 months ago·
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“Maximize skills beyond full stack development”
What Actually Happened
Spent 2-3 years building irrelevant projects, struggling to stand out in job market
What I wish I knew
"Considered alternative career paths and relevant training earlier"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Pursue industry-recognized certifications and relevant projects to differentiate yourself within 2-3 years"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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career development Category
461
career development decisions logged. Avg regret 4.3/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
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