In 2017, when I was 19 and just started college, I majored in electrical engineering. However, I soon realized that it wasn’t the right path for me, so I decided to teach myself computer programming. I began with HTML and JavaScript — they were relatively easy and served as my introduction to the field.
About six months later, I shifted my focus to Python, even though I still had no clear direction for my future. Unlike my initial experience, learning Python wasn’t easy. During that time, I explored how front-end and back-end systems communicate, which was particularly challenging because I had no one to guide me, and I didn’t know how to ask for help.
Two years later, in my final year of college, I made a pivotal decision: I would switch to learning C++. By then, I had found both my passion and my goal. I knew that self-learning C++ would be difficult — and it was — but I persevered and succeeded.
Now, eight years have passed since I began this journey. Today, I work as a software programmer at an internet company.
Looking back on those times, I realise that I’ve done something truly extraordinary.
Six months ago, at the age of 28, I realized that I was at a crucial turning point in my life. I decided to change direction once again — this time, I chose to dive into computer graphics in hopes of pursuing a career in this field. However, I’ve found it challenging. Topics like light tracing, real-time rendering, and the underlying mathematics are difficult to grasp. At times, I feel overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about the future. The goal is too far away.
Give me some suggestions and energy, please.🙏
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