Re:Ask HN: Are you on a technical specialist career path, wh...
by saheb37 on Friday February 26, 2021 @10:03AM
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It does resonate to some extent, but I still like software.
If you dislike the industry, you might still not like product/engineering-management roles.
It seems to me like myself, you need to find out what kind of work you like, what you'd explore for your own curiosity even if you are not paid.
Trying out OS/networks/compilers/data-science/research roles might be worth your while. But, if core CS is not your thing, it's possible you will find management roles (product/engineers) more satisfying.
If you dislike the industry, you might still not like product/engineering-management roles.
It seems to me like myself, you need to find out what kind of work you like, what you'd explore for your own curiosity even if you are not paid.
Trying out OS/networks/compilers/data-science/research roles might be worth your while. But, if core CS is not your thing, it's possible you will find management roles (product/engineers) more satisfying.