I moved into software engineering a couple years ago from an unrelated field and honestly, I can relate to this. I like making things and solving problems, but I don't think this is for me in the long term. I have supportive teammates fortunately, but at my past two jobs, the supervisors just push people to work more and more, while they do what exactly, I don't know. All the reasons I originally decided against going into software engineering seem to be becoming my reality now. Best of luck to you
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's comforting to know that I'm not the only one feeling this way. Well-being and fulfillment are so important, and I hope you find a path that aligns with what you're looking for. Best of luck to you as well!
I’ve been a software engineer for over 10 years and I share your view on changing over to a new field…but I find it so hard to change over. However good luck in your new career
You’re basically like a new grad, it’ll be a big learning curve initially but something to get pass like calc 2 or data strictures & algorithms in school. I recommend you taking an on-site role in your first couple years as you can have better support with more senior devs.
I have two team members under me who transitioned to other roles. One lady quit software engineering to become a business analyst. I was surprised when she told me that. I told her she was doing a fantastic job. All the features assigned to her worked properly and the code reviews were fine. It went something like this: Me: Prabba, you are doing a fantastic job. Why switch now? Prabba: Yes, I know you see the result, but you don't see all the time I spent on weekends and late hours to get everything working for the next sprint. I have to work until 12 am and weekends for months. The story point says 5, but it's like a 10 for me. I just got married and I barely spend time with my new husband. We haven't had our honeymoon yet due to this project. Another lad moved to Data Science. Some people just aren't cut out for coding into the night. For me, I wouldn't have it any other way.
Thank you so much for sharing this story and your perspective :) I guess everyone has their own threshold and preferences - some thrive in high-intensity coding environments, while others might find fulfillment in different roles that offer a better balance. It's great that you like it though!
bootcamps are a huge scam, if you want to get into IT ... take 2 years in the min. Learn all the fundamentals, enjoy them, and then start looking to areas where you want to work. If you try to become a factory outlet from a bootcamp, you will eventually hate work that you are doing as you never found it urself. Also software engineering is not just "web development" but thats how boocamps paint the picture. Also if you can't sit infront of a laptop doing coding all by urself, don't get into IT. Btw all the very best to your next adventure in life.
I appreciate your advice. It's true that bootcamps have a mixed reputation, and they might not be the best path for everyone. I'm sure your insights will be helpful to anyone considering bootcamps or entering the IT industry :)
Not saying you took the wrong decision at all but there are some things to bring up here. To me most of the issues you said were because you were new to the software engineer role and also company culture and I can give some reasons. My roles have been highly collaborative right from the beginning. Even when I was junior, because I had help from seniors in the office who I got on well with and could ask questions whenever I wanted. Also as you grow in your career, it becomes more and more collaborative as seniors and leads for example are often doing far more collaborating than coding, more meetings and discussions. Also the coding becomes easier when you have experience, I'd bet you were struggling all day solving code problems because the bootcamp wasn't too great and you were not getting help from solid seniors in your role. After a few years the coding becomes the easier part and the real work is just solving problems by collaborating with others. So maybe being a SE isn't for you sure, but hopefully you didn't just quit the entire industry before you even got your foot in the door and know what it is really like or what working for other companies is like compared to the one you were in, but you can always jump back in I expect. Your first job will be nothing like your 3rd or 4th. Every role is different depending on company culture and your experience level and role. Good luck though, hopefully you find the right role for you and it makes you happy.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment. It’s great to hear there are places like where you've been that are more collaborative and offer support from senior engineers. That’s really encouraging to hear, and I’ll keep all of this in mind when taking my next step in the future!
I definitely agree! Maybe your previous job just simply wasn't for you. I know for a fact if you worked at a company like Netflix, for example, you will have a different story.
"this isn't a clickbait video" literally goes on to explain a very unique situation about how a non CS major/"actual" software engineer got burnt out and quit, when most software engineering jobs aren't like this. Literal definition of clickbait
I had a different experience too. Her role sounded really bad and most jobs aren't like that. If you are a grad/junior you should have seniors at hand to help with problems, preferably a mentor. Also some companies have no idea and throw difficult stuff at juniors when they are not yet really capable. It means they are spending all day and night tackling coding problems and it is hugely draining and time consuming. Combine that with no mentor and no wonder some SE just get burnt out instantly. It could also be that the bootcamp she went to was really not good and did not prepare her well.
Well I thought it's not a clickbait video as long as I actually did what the title says (quitting my software engineering job) and shared my own experience. I understand everyone might have different definitions of clickbait. Anyway, I appreciate you all sharing your experiences!
Sounds like a pretty normal case of a woman preferring to work with people instead of things (code). Nothing wrong with that. I hope you find a role that you find satisfaction in.
Yeah it can be tough when management is under pressure and not fully supportive. I managed to switch my career and I’m happy with my current job now, although making RUclips videos is my favorite!
I moved into software engineering a couple years ago from an unrelated field and honestly, I can relate to this. I like making things and solving problems, but I don't think this is for me in the long term. I have supportive teammates fortunately, but at my past two jobs, the supervisors just push people to work more and more, while they do what exactly, I don't know. All the reasons I originally decided against going into software engineering seem to be becoming my reality now. Best of luck to you
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's comforting to know that I'm not the only one feeling this way. Well-being and fulfillment are so important, and I hope you find a path that aligns with what you're looking for. Best of luck to you as well!
I’ve been a software engineer for over 10 years and I share your view on changing over to a new field…but I find it so hard to change over. However good luck in your new career
You’re basically like a new grad, it’ll be a big learning curve initially but something to get pass like calc 2 or data strictures & algorithms in school. I recommend you taking an on-site role in your first couple years as you can have better support with more senior devs.
I'm glad you did what's best for you. ❤🎉
Thank you! I really appreciate your support🥰🙏
Hello, I’m Brazilian software engineer and I’m studying english with your video. I hope you find your a role that best for your.
E eu querendo apenas uma vaga no BR :/
It's wonderful to hear that you're using my video to study English :) I appreciate your support and wish you all the best!
thanks for being genuine
I have two team members under me who transitioned to other roles. One lady quit software engineering to become a business analyst. I was surprised when she told me that. I told her she was doing a fantastic job. All the features assigned to her worked properly and the code reviews were fine. It went something like this:
Me: Prabba, you are doing a fantastic job. Why switch now?
Prabba: Yes, I know you see the result, but you don't see all the time I spent on weekends and late hours to get everything working for the next sprint. I have to work until 12 am and weekends for months. The story point says 5, but it's like a 10 for me. I just got married and I barely spend time with my new husband. We haven't had our honeymoon yet due to this project.
Another lad moved to Data Science.
Some people just aren't cut out for coding into the night. For me, I wouldn't have it any other way.
Thank you so much for sharing this story and your perspective :) I guess everyone has their own threshold and preferences - some thrive in high-intensity coding environments, while others might find fulfillment in different roles that offer a better balance. It's great that you like it though!
Sorry to hear!
bootcamps are a huge scam, if you want to get into IT ... take 2 years in the min. Learn all the fundamentals, enjoy them, and then start looking to areas where you want to work. If you try to become a factory outlet from a bootcamp, you will eventually hate work that you are doing as you never found it urself. Also software engineering is not just "web development" but thats how boocamps paint the picture. Also if you can't sit infront of a laptop doing coding all by urself, don't get into IT. Btw all the very best to your next adventure in life.
I appreciate your advice. It's true that bootcamps have a mixed reputation, and they might not be the best path for everyone. I'm sure your insights will be helpful to anyone considering bootcamps or entering the IT industry :)
Not saying you took the wrong decision at all but there are some things to bring up here. To me most of the issues you said were because you were new to the software engineer role and also company culture and I can give some reasons. My roles have been highly collaborative right from the beginning. Even when I was junior, because I had help from seniors in the office who I got on well with and could ask questions whenever I wanted. Also as you grow in your career, it becomes more and more collaborative as seniors and leads for example are often doing far more collaborating than coding, more meetings and discussions. Also the coding becomes easier when you have experience, I'd bet you were struggling all day solving code problems because the bootcamp wasn't too great and you were not getting help from solid seniors in your role. After a few years the coding becomes the easier part and the real work is just solving problems by collaborating with others. So maybe being a SE isn't for you sure, but hopefully you didn't just quit the entire industry before you even got your foot in the door and know what it is really like or what working for other companies is like compared to the one you were in, but you can always jump back in I expect. Your first job will be nothing like your 3rd or 4th. Every role is different depending on company culture and your experience level and role. Good luck though, hopefully you find the right role for you and it makes you happy.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment. It’s great to hear there are places like where you've been that are more collaborative and offer support from senior engineers. That’s really encouraging to hear, and I’ll keep all of this in mind when taking my next step in the future!
I don't want to be jobless and i like to try software engineering
Well, based on your strength I think you should try product management roles, your understanding in software development will also helps
I definitely agree! Maybe your previous job just simply wasn't for you. I know for a fact if you worked at a company like Netflix, for example, you will have a different story.
Thank you both for your encouragement and suggestions! Product management is definitely one of the areas I'm considering :)
"this isn't a clickbait video"
literally goes on to explain a very unique situation about how a non CS major/"actual" software engineer got burnt out and quit, when most software engineering jobs aren't like this. Literal definition of clickbait
I had a different experience too. Her role sounded really bad and most jobs aren't like that. If you are a grad/junior you should have seniors at hand to help with problems, preferably a mentor. Also some companies have no idea and throw difficult stuff at juniors when they are not yet really capable. It means they are spending all day and night tackling coding problems and it is hugely draining and time consuming. Combine that with no mentor and no wonder some SE just get burnt out instantly. It could also be that the bootcamp she went to was really not good and did not prepare her well.
Well I thought it's not a clickbait video as long as I actually did what the title says (quitting my software engineering job) and shared my own experience. I understand everyone might have different definitions of clickbait. Anyway, I appreciate you all sharing your experiences!
That does not sound like a good manager at all. They should advocate for your progression and career journey rather than being an extra wall
Sounds like a pretty normal case of a woman preferring to work with people instead of things (code). Nothing wrong with that. I hope you find a role that you find satisfaction in.
There’s a lot of men that left to do more communicative or interactive work with others as well. Idk why even say it’s another case for woman 🤔
Gender has nothing to do with it
I don't think management are great at helping people. They are under pressure from a higher management and generally just give advise
Yeah it can be tough when management is under pressure and not fully supportive. I managed to switch my career and I’m happy with my current job now, although making RUclips videos is my favorite!
@@MelinaKim Glad your enjoying making videos 😀
people quitting, am even in yet wkwkwkw
It's never too late to start! 😊