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I'm 27 years old and currently unemployed. I don't have a background in CS but in sociology and I'm currently learning Python and statistics since in my city th
by Ftuuky 10y ago
I'm 27 years old and currently unemployed. I don't have a background in CS but in sociology and I'm currently learning Python and statistics since in my city there are so many data analytics/science jobs and I'd like to work in something other than a call center. Reading HN really makes me depressed because of all these experts and genius, younger than me, with a big salary and with a vast resumé filled with interesting projects. So it's not so much negativity but jealously. I feel like a big loser and you guys really don't help. :)
- bananicorn 10y agoI can second this sentiment somewhat. I've got a different background than you, but I still feel the same a lot of the time, since the "less successful" people don't speak up that much and with all the side projects people seem to have, a bit of a workaholic image of the community is created. I've had times myself where I had to remind myself to live between regular work and (even just small) side projects. Most of the bad things about HN, I'm doing to myself.
- framebit 10y agoI'm a non-traditional convert from a totally unrelated field to CS. Having walked the road you're walking now, I can say with confidence that you can do it! Don't let the youngsters get you down. Your maturity and experience in diverse subject areas will set you apart down the line.