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Mrsupercraft @mrsupercraft

Overcoming Barriers In Software Engineering And Web Development

Competing in a saturated job market as a self-taught developer can be isolating & overwhelming. But with persistence, personal projects, and continuous learning, growth is possible. Refusing to wait for permission to build or improve is key.

Every day, I wake up with an underlying restlessness—life is moving forward relentlessly, yet I often wonder if I’m keeping up. The pressure builds from every direction: expectations, competition, and the constant drive to improve. Alongside these challenges, my ambition—to become not just a competent developer, but a truly skilled problem solver—adds to the strain.
This journey isn’t merely about technical knowledge or finding the most efficient way to write code. It’s about reaching a goal that always seems just out of reach: securing my first real job as a Full Stack Developer.
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