I thought for a long time about what to write for my first post on dev.to. I had a bunch of ideas, like making tutorials or sharing tech tricks. But this morning, at 5 A.M, I came up with something even better.
I started tech blogging for two main reasons. First, I wanted to keep a record of my journey in tech. Second, I wanted to share what I know by doing what I love most – writing. But until now, I never really got the chance to express myself. All I did was write about hacks and technical stuff. Don't get me wrong; I love doing that and put a lot of passion into it. I make sure my articles are easy to understand, especially for beginners.
But now, I want to start a new series called "Rants of a Beginner Techie". It's a bit different, where I'll talk about my thoughts and my good or bad days as a beginner in tech. It might seem strange, but that's what I want to do. Of course, I won't stop writing other types of articles because they're already a part of me that I love, and I couldn't stop even if I tried.
Being a beginner in tech is tough. Some days, I wonder when I'll stop feeling like a beginner. I love learning new things, especially in the tech world, but one thing that really bothers me is something they call "Imposter Syndrome." We all deal with it, I know, but I think beginners like us should have our own special version called "The Beginner's Imposter Syndrome." It's mentally draining and often discouraging, but my determination and dream keep me going.
I find myself spending hours searching for success stories in tech and how others overcame their struggles. It's hard to find something that truly inspires me sometimes. What keeps me motivated is reading or watching the success stories of techies I can relate to. If I can't connect with their journey, it doesn't have the same impact. So, whenever I feel down, I make it a habit to seek out relatable success stories.
I've asked a few people about this, and I wonder, "If even experienced techies struggle with imposter syndrome, what should beginners like myself do?"
I love coding because I enjoy turning ideas into reality and solving real-world problems. Sometimes, the thrill of it all is so intense that I have to take a deep breath to stay calm. I remind myself that I need to learn the tools to make my dreams come true. It's a lot to take in, but starting somewhere is a good step.
Being a newbie in tech is undoubtedly challenging, but I also see it as a time to get to know ourselves and prepare for the tougher days ahead when we're working in the field.
As American author Susan Gale once said, "Anything worth having is worth fighting for."
So, fellow techies, let's buckle up and tackle this journey together. I'll catch you in my next article on "Rants of a Techie!"
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