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> I've also never personally experienced the tech trope of being in high demand, getting multiple great offers or amazing salary/perks. It seems a lot more uphi

> I've also never personally experienced the tech trope of being in high demand, getting multiple great offers or amazing salary/perks. It seems a lot more uphill than the exepriences that other people share online. Me neither, but then again I'm not a great programmer and I haven't gotten the opportunity to live in any "hot" markets. I've applied to jobs all over the country in the past though.

pdimitar 6y ago
Don't think of yourself like that. It very well could be that you have interests and focus that haven't been used in any company you worked for. I know I felt miserable in my last job because I had to do so much Kubernetes and Docker and I just wanted to become much better Rust programmer instead. Also for me (maybe such insights could help you) I just last year finally started discovering what makes me tick and get excited as a programmer and nowadays I am seeking for jobs that scratch those itches. Feels great and I no longer feel like an impostor. It's kind of like dating really. People can spend a lot of time thinking something is wrong with them while in reality you simply haven't stumbled upon the right people. Don't underestimate yourself. I am sure you can do a lot and make a true difference.