Hey everyone! I just landed my first DevOps role, and honestly, it's a bit overwhelming. The environment is quite complex, with a project pipeline filled with numerous jobs, rules, and variables. Most of this tech is new to me, and I'm struggling to keep my head above water. I've been in system engineering for 20 years, but it feels like I'm starting over again. There are some really smart and patient folks helping me, and I don't want to let them down, but right now, the work doesn't seem interesting—mostly because I'm still figuring everything out. I'd love to hear about your 'trial by fire' experiences when starting out!
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Starting a new job often feels like a "trial by fire" for me, too! Usually, it takes me about six months to a year before I really feel comfortable with a new tech stack. It's all about patience and persistence. Just give it time!
My first role was with a startup managing a global product, and I was completely in over my head on-call during my first week! But hey, those tough experiences teach you so much! You'll learn a ton once you get through this phase, even if it feels rough now.
I can relate! In my last job, I had some anxiety over unexpected challenges every day. It took a toll after two years, but I learned so much! Embrace the unknown; it’ll all pay off eventually!
Man, my first DevOps gig was pretty wild. I was thrown into a team lead role with no handover, and it was a total learning curve. It’s really humbling when you realize how much there is to know in this field!
It's definitely crazy at first, but I've found that the first role is usually the toughest. I started a new job recently, and though it's a bit intense, I feel much more relaxed compared to my first stint.
Totally agree! I moved companies after seven years in my first DevOps job, and even though half the stack was the same, everything felt so different. Just stay curious, and I’m sure it’ll start to click for you soon!