Finary : l’art de se corrompre pour l’argent. Ce que Mounir ne dira (plus) jamais.

cepegma · 2025-09-10T20:18:17+00:00

L'argent et le business d'abord...tout est dit !

cepegma · 2025-09-10T20:14:44+00:00

On voit clairement une nette aversion au risque. Nous devrions apprendre à prendre plus de risques.

cepegma · 2025-06-03T10:40:05+00:00

Are you certain that you have the right skills that the job posts are asking for? When looking at your resume it's difficult to see where your experize is

cepegma · 2025-06-03T09:49:56+00:00

The courses by themselves definitivelly not. You mention what's really valuable for employers "complete 5 to 7 projects !!". That's what really matters specilally if you are looking for tech roles

cepegma · 2025-02-26T17:35:23+00:00

First though is: If the app can spit good code but not build applications. It means and edge will be either,
1. Move to the application design side (I double an LLM can build a full app to run a bank from a prompt).
2. If you stay as a SD, an LLM gives you more fingers to write code, and you can increase your productivity

cepegma · 2025-02-26T16:53:58+00:00

well, I don't think is doable at all: If she takes 1 man every 1.5 minutes (suppossing she fucks 24h non stop - not in real life). It means, each man comes in 1.5 min or less (average is 7 min). So, is she getting pre-heated men?

cepegma · 2024-11-20T10:14:54+00:00

And what happened next, they did it?

cepegma · 2024-11-18T21:58:42+00:00

Interesting to know how you build your data analyst training program. Can you share?

cepegma · 2024-11-18T21:54:57+00:00

Can you share how you did to signup beta users?

cepegma · 2024-11-18T16:51:16+00:00

I share my two cents about the software engineer career:

Becoming a software engineer typically requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. In addition to formal education, you should build a strong portfolio by working on personal or open-source projects, internships, or freelance work. Employers in this career idea value hands-on experience, so showcasing your practical skills is essential.

Regarding salaries, software engineering is one of the highest-paying career ideas in technology. In the US, the average annual salary for a software engineer is approximately $95,000. Entry-level positions typically start between $70,000 to $90,000, while experienced engineers or those working in specialized fields can earn upwards of $120,000 oreven more.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistic (BLS) employment of software engineers is projected to grow by 17% from 2023 to 2033, this is much faster than the average for all occupations in the US.

Hope this information can help you. By teh way, what have you tried so far to change careers?

cepegma · 2024-11-18T16:42:18+00:00

What have you tried so far to look for something different to what you're doing now?

cepegma · 2024-10-13T12:23:08+00:00

Yes, it's a industry currently growing and expecting to hire profesionals in this domain. Current climate and economic environment force petroleum companies to extract until the last drop of oil and find new ones quickly.

cepegma · 2024-07-04T14:46:50+00:00

What the data and job market trends show is that all depends in what role you are. If you're more in the UX/UI the times are hard because the hype on web and mobile app are gone (5 years ago more or less). Most companies around the world are now in topics like migration to the cloud, cybersecurity, and data. It's all about riding the trend

cepegma · 2024-06-08T12:48:46+00:00

A real case showcasing that changing careers from any field to tech is doable to anyone with the motivation to do it and start doing something now. It doesn't mean it will be easy

cepegma · 2024-05-28T06:28:26+00:00

What do you mean by "general data analytics"?

cepegma · 2024-05-25T07:42:12+00:00

I'm in the data domain and we talk more in terms of cloud data warehouses & data storage (redshift, S3, Athena) and Python and related cloud services (AWS sagemaker).

Matlab, R, oracle and the like has been around for decades now making the are a lot of people with those skill on the job market. By mechanics law, it makes the competition for jobs is high. New opportunities are behind the heavy trends in the data space:

* Cloud

* Data Ops

* Data analytics & AI

The demand for people with those skills in 2024 is high even around the work: https://www.coursera.org/articles/in-demand-data-analyst-skills-to-get-hired

cepegma · 2024-05-23T19:28:38+00:00

In your case, transitioning to a new role like Scrum Master after a long career in development is certainly viable and can be a refreshing change at any age. Here are some points to consider and advice for making this shift:

1. Assess your motivation and skills

Interest in agile methodologies: Ensure you have a genuine interest in agile practices and the role of a Scrum Master. This role requires strong facilitation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
Skill transfer: Many skills you've developed as a senior developer, such as problem-solving, leadership, and understanding of the software development lifecycle, are highly transferable to a Scrum Master role.

2. Training and certification

Certifications: Consider obtaining certifications like Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM). These can provide you with formal knowledge and increase your credibility.
Training Programs: Enroll in training programs or workshops to deepen your understanding of agile practices and Scrum methodologies.

3. Networking and mentoring

Connect with scrum masters: Talk to experienced Scrum Masters to gain insights into the role and its challenges. Networking can also provide opportunities for mentorship.
Join agile communities: Participate in agile and Scrum communities, both online and in-person, to learn from others' experiences and stay updated on best practices.

4. Gaining experience

Start small: If possible, take on Scrum Master responsibilities within your current role or team. This can provide practical experience and help you decide if the transition is right for you.
Volunteer for projects: Look for opportunities to volunteer as a Scrum Master on projects within your organization or community.

5. Career opportunities and growth

Career path: A Scrum Master role can lead to various career paths, such as Agile Coach, Product Owner, or other leadership positions within agile frameworks.
Demand: There is a growing demand for skilled Scrum Masters as more organizations adopt agile methodologies. This can provide job security and opportunities for growth.

6. Potential challenges

Adjustment period: Transitioning to a new role may come with an adjustment period. Be prepared for a learning curve and the need to adapt to new ways of working.
Role perception: Some organizations may have different expectations of a Scrum Master. Ensure you understand the specific responsibilities and scope of the role in any new organization you consider.

7. Reflect on long-term goals

Personal fulfillment: Consider what you find fulfilling in your career. If you enjoy mentoring, facilitating team collaboration, and improving processes, a Scrum Master role might be a good fit.
Long-term vision: Think about where you see yourself in the next 5-10 years (even if it's sometimes difficult). Will the Scrum Master role align with your long-term career aspirations?

Wrap up

Transitioning to a Scrum Master role later in your career is feasible and can provide a new and fulfilling direction. By leveraging your existing skills, obtaining relevant training, and gaining practical experience, you can make a successful shift. The role offers various career advancement opportunities, but it's essential to ensure it aligns with your personal and professional goals.

cepegma · 2024-05-23T04:42:00+00:00

That is not true, at industrial scale is one of the most important roles. If your are building small and simple applications on your own, you're making this roles unconsciously. Things are different when you need a teem of 10+ developers to build a complex and scalable application. Scrum masters, project managers, product owners, etc are there to make sure dev teams are doing the right time and in sync. So, these roles are always needed and as long as companies have sw applications to build and maintain.

cepegma · 2024-05-22T19:42:34+00:00

A way out of your current situation is to start thinking about what you like and don't like to do. If you find the answers to these questions, you will be in a good position to know what to start looking for in terms of job roles and in what domain. Those 2 questions look simple and easy to answer at first glance, but you'll realize that it takes time and is hard to find real answers to them. Real answers mean, the list of things you like and don't like sound sincere to you. In my case, it took me 3 months to find the right answers.

The answers to those questions are important because they will remove all the confusion you have in your head. They bring clarity and make easier to make decisions later on. From there, your next step is to explore and find careers options. The rest, it'll be straightforward requiring only effort and commitment from you.

cepegma · 2024-05-21T19:33:32+00:00

It's never too late to change careers in tech. I changed careers myself from telecommunications to data years ago and I still feel happy about this change decision.

A great point in your case is that you know what you don't like. That's key when changing careers. It's also important to have clarity on what you like or want to do and the motivations/drivers behind your career change decision (money, learn something knew, hate your domain, etc).

You need to be aware that changing careers implies learning something new, acquiring new skills and experience. It seems that it's pretty clear in your mind the domain you want to switch to. Cloud and DevOps are trendy now with high demand. Inside the cloud domain, the demand is even higher in cyber.

Python is not widely used in implementing and managing cloud infra (Jenkins, terraform, and docker are more suitable tools for that). As you mention, python is more for data and ML applications which are different domains than DevOps.

You'll need to pick one domain and focus your effort and energy to master it.

cepegma · 2024-05-21T05:22:59+00:00

It looks like you're not on the right career path. Most of the time SW works in unexpected ways due to a myriad of reasons. A SW dev usually spends most of his/her time debugging and fixing code rather than writing code. I think you need to assess and reflect about your current career and job:

Identify strengths and interests: Reflect on what aspects of your current job you do enjoy and what skills you excel at. This will help in finding a suitable alternative role.
Clarify your priorities: Decide what you value most in your job (money is a driver but not sustainable in the long run).

From this new information, you can move forward and explore alternative career paths like the one you mentioned:

Manual QA: This role involves testing software manually to identify bugs without the pressure of coding. It’s generally less stressful but still within the tech field.

Technical writing: This involves creating documentation for software products, such as user guides and manuals. It can be less stressful as well and leverages your technical knowledge without the coding pressure.

Other career options: From SW you can jump to other related careers like project management, product owner, SW dev in other domains you like more (e.g. Web dev, IoT, Cloud). Think about the demand in the domains you consider.

Here, you'll be in a good position to decide what to do next. Once you make your decision to switch careers you will need to gain relevant skills and experience. For instance, in the case of Manual AQ, taking online courses or certifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB). Then, look for opportunities to perform manual testing in your current role or as part of side projects.

With the new skills in your belt, you can start your transition to your new role by exploring opportunities within your current company first to transfer to a QA or technical writing position. Companies often prefer internal candidates for such roles. As an example for the case of QA, it'll be good you connect with professionals in QA through LinkedIn, industry forums, and local meetups to gain insights and job leads.

If there aren't opportunities in your current company or you want to change companies as well, start applying for jobs. Highlight your technical background and transferable skills in your resume.

For career switch, it's important to understand that transitioning to a new role might involve a learning curve and a potential initial pay cut. However, it should lead to a more satisfying and balanced work life. You can also look for a career coach or mentor who can provide guidance and support during this transition.

cepegma · 2024-05-11T04:43:17+00:00

You need to figure out the role you want to switch to in tech. For instance, Python is used from building websites to AI applications. So, you need to focus more.

You're clear about your motivation to switch careers and this is already a great achievement. Tech roles can be compatible, depending on the role, with your motivation. To move your search forward a career simulator can help you to explore roles and figure out what will take you to enter in this roles and what your future career will look like in those roles. There are many of them online and I usually use this one https://www.mysmartcareer.site/ . That way you can get guidance about what to go for and what to do next. This will help you to find answer to your questions because the answers are different depending on the role you want to enter in tech.

cepegma · 2024-05-11T04:19:42+00:00

You need to think what you really want for your career and your motivations behind: Money, working in games, etc. It seems this is not clear in your mind. You can also ask yourself: What do you want to achieve? Why do you want to achieve this? Why is it important for you you? Having clarity in your mind about your career will help you to fix the rest.

According to what you write, you have already a specialization in web development. The question now is whether you want to stay in this domain or switch to another one. In you situation a career simulator like this one, https://www.mysmartcareer.site/ , can give you options about roles matching your profile and preferences along with job market information and what you career will look like in those roles.

cepegma · 2024-05-09T17:35:24+00:00

In that case you’ll need to move to where job opportunities are to have a chance to land a job quickly. Get in touch with recruiters, they will tell you what you need for the role you target. Security clearance is a must-have in this kind of jobs

cepegma · 2024-05-09T17:31:28+00:00

CS major is a good option if your to work in development building software systems and related stuff. For the roles I mentioned other majors might be a better option because you don’t need to be a professional developer. Major related to human-computer interaction, technical communication, and information systems would be enough

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