I'm a 27-year-old just starting out in the tech industry, coming from a completely different background. I'm really trying to learn and adapt as a junior developer, but I often feel overwhelmed. Recently, I had a task that involved researching a specific file type and creating a template to generate four different outputs: .docx, .pdf, .pptx, and .xlsx. Initially, I was told to focus on .docx and .pdf first. However, during my coding, I mistakenly chose a wrong template, and the developers pointed this out to me multiple times. I feel really lost and like I'm not cut out for this job. Any advice on how to improve or handle the teasing from colleagues would be appreciated!
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You're not incompetent; you're just new to this whole thing. Everyone has to start somewhere, and it's normal to feel a bit lost at first. Just keep asking questions and don't hesitate to reach out for help. Your questions can help clarify things for you.
It sounds like your team isn't being very supportive, which is rough. Remember, if you're not sure *how* to do something, that's one thing, but if you don't know *what* to do, that's on them. Try taking notes during explanations and have a solid plan before you start coding. It could really help you avoid confusion later on!
Honestly, I think you just need to give yourself some grace. Everyone has been where you are. Don't let the teasing get to you. Keep pushing through and learning; it will get easier with time!
It’s great that you're being proactive about learning! It's okay to make mistakes; that's part of growing in your role. Focus on getting better every day, and try to reach out to the seniors instead of waiting for them to come to you. They should help guide you, not tear you down.
Getting a job without any IT background is tough, but it sounds like you managed to get your foot in the door! Just take it one step at a time. Make sure that you have an agreed-upon plan with your team before diving into code. It saves you a ton of backtracking later!
That's true! I always try to confirm what I hear in writing just to double-check.
Yeah, I felt the same way after I got overwhelmed with everything, but it's all a learning curve.