A Relief

Things went out uncontrollably these past few months. I lost a job, quickly applied to multiple companies, and took numerous exams. While doing the exams and coding challenge base on the job requirements, I realized so big and asked myself why I let this happen.

My data structures and algorithms must be on par with the minimum requirements, with no active pet projects, stuck with react+reduxjs setup, and more. No growth. I feel left behind.

It was exhausting and sad while realize this.

Interviews and coding exams are greatly affected by taking care of other personal things, and I decided to take a two-week break while thinking about these things.

After the break, I quickly grabbed my pen and wrote it all. The dreams and goals, especially for a big surprise for my kids that we've been waiting for a long time and hopefully can fulfill for them.

I jump right away.

I was doing things right away, like testing new features of NextJS 13, signing up annual member of the medium, and reading many articles immediately.

I felt relief.

I remember this feeling when I was younger—enjoying learning new things and web development and pushing. I sacrifice my sleep to finish the Udemy course I purchase in no time. Creating pet projects to test the things I learned and put a smile on my face was all worth it.

I'm preparing myself for my new role this coming month, and hopefully, things will fall into proper places this time.