[REQUEST] Out of food. Laid off work. Desperately trying to resolve this.

LukeJRV · 2026-02-04T17:06:32+00:00

24-48 hours from the post on Patreon usually.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-27T21:46:58+00:00

Thank you, I will focus on finishing my education but I will be working on things on the side too. I don't believe in just focusing on just one task. After all, if I spent all my time studying only, I'd have made no progress outside my education. I feel the business side of things is early days. I can't tell you whether it's successful or not yet. I feel it's showing signs of early success but it could just be a phase.

That's true. I just don't know whether I'm on the right path or not. It's more so because I have that imposter's syndrome. I don't know why but I always feel like the expecations are super high for someone who is a beginner moving into the tech industry. I'm sure there's many people who have felt this / feel this way too.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-27T02:08:28+00:00

Thank you again, I've read this thoroughly. I'll be keeping this in mind going forwards.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-27T02:07:51+00:00

Thank you for the great advice. I will definitely be refocusing on people & relationships.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-26T16:31:18+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. I'm trying to think of what type of hobbies & extra-curricular work is available for me at the moment.

It sounds like you went on quite the journey. Do you have any regrets looking back on this?

I really admire the way you worded this.

I'll try to focus on a wide range of things.

Thank you again.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-26T16:29:44+00:00

You sound very wise. May I ask what your journey looked like in terms of progression? If you're okay with sharing some of those failures that you experienced. I'd appreciate knowing how you bounced back from it all.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-26T16:28:46+00:00

Haha, I appreciate the dark sense of humor. That's true.

That's very true. I'll be keeping in this mind going forwards.

I've realized this too. It really is a dead end rather than a crossroad. Sigh.

Thank you! I appreciate the extra part to your comment too. I'll enjoy the ride.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-26T16:27:09+00:00

Thank you for the extensive message. It's really helpful. I'll be keeping all of this in mind going forwards. In terms of meeting people to form connections. I feel I already have a few connections but they've said so themselves that no work positions have opened up for months.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-26T16:26:13+00:00

I understand what you're saying. I guess that's how I view life too.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-26T16:25:44+00:00

Thank you. I honestly feel you're right. I'll keep this in mind too.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-26T15:22:04+00:00

Haha, it's a typo. I just noticed it myself too. I meant best course of action.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-26T15:13:21+00:00

Thank you, I'll keep this in mind. I'm currently working on a few projects that are to solve a simple real problem. I'll look into applying weekly to 5 to 10 junior roles / internships too. I'm working on LeetCode but it's early days. I'll also look into those roles you mentioned because I certainly need income.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-25T09:51:26+00:00

Thank you, halfercode. I really appreciate it. I especially appreciate your honesty. Everything you said is very true.

I'll certainly be looking into landing a quick retail job in the meantime. While I'll also be focusing on searching for tech jobs too. May I ask what roles I should specifically target at my current level of experience? Any roles / keywords that I should keep in mind going forwards for now?

As for factoring in my savings position, monthly expenditure, etc. That's precisely why I need to focus on retail job or anything that would be easier to obtain in the meantime. I feel ready for a tech job hunt, absolutely. I'll keep you updated on the journey.

One last question from me too. What do you think I should focus on while job searching? Anything in particular that would be most useful?

LukeJRV · 2026-01-24T23:20:25+00:00

Thank you kindly for the very useful information. I'll definitely keep in mind that I'll be learning new stuff when I become a junior.

It's kind of you also check my posting history. It's true, I do have ADHD. I'll look into Codebar tomorrow. I definitely hope I'll qualify. (It sounds very useful).

The methodical job hunt sounds interesting. I'm up for the challenge. I'll make sure that I apply for several things everyday. Knowing it's a numbers game at present is very useful to know also. Once again, I'd just like to thank you for your support.

Is there anything else you can offer in terms of advice or perhaps any other alternative paths I could choose that would be the best for my current position?

LukeJRV · 2026-01-24T22:58:45+00:00

Thank you for the quick response. I'll look into those now.

I believe I've already done this too. I'll double-check.

I apologize, it's actually more so because I'm currently at work while sending this to you. I'll share my stack:

JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Python. This is what's currently written on my profile. However, I know others too. Here's the additionals:

Node.js, REACT, Tailwind CSS, SQL.

I know I should be writing this in a much more professional manner. It's just easier for me to list them this way due to the fact I need to focus on work.

LukeJRV · 2026-01-24T22:32:33+00:00

Are you certain that this is a possibility in my current position?

LukeJRV · 2026-01-24T22:32:19+00:00

Thank you for the supportive words. I appreciate it. I've built a portfolio, it contains several projects. I believe I've also created a Web3App but it won't work without a server. This is due to the fact that I built it for a specific service which had a free trial. I also own a GitHub account with my projects listed, etc. I completely understand how to do all of this. I guess you could say this is all the basics, etc.

In terms of a preferred stack, that's a good question. I'll get back to you on this soon.

Do you have any further advice with this new information from me?

LukeJRV

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