It was kind of nice when I realized that I was the coding horror. And, of course, I did think that I wasn’t really the horror (that belonged to Marlon Brando); I thought I was coming along.
Now I know that I really am the horror. I’ve realized after nigh on 8 years that I don’t even have enough knowledge and experience to be decent.
I’m getting laid off, and having a difficult time finding new work. I’ve put massive amounts of time and study into this career and I’ll be very lucky to be re-hired @ 70K. Talk about not worth it!
I used to love it, so it didn’t matter so much, but loving it only lasts so long when so many circumstances are out of your control (don’t have the freedom to start my own business).
I see lots of people encouraging youngsters to choose this career path. Nonsense! Don’t do it!