I often wonder how/why professional developers got into this profession - and basically came to conclusion that it’s not for everyone (basically solving puzzles

I often wonder how/why professional developers got into this profession - and basically came to conclusion that it’s not for everyone (basically solving puzzles all day long in front of monitor), and most folks move out from it (into management or wherever) after about 10 years. Especially those that got into it for money. Personally I got into it by accident - and couldn’t believe that I get paid to basically continuing playing games that I was into as teenager and solving various puzzles all day long.... I was doing it for free before, and frankly would still be if not for all the money bull shit all around us.