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Hey everyone! 👋 Ever felt stuck in a “Low Code” developer position, feeling like you’re trapped and left behind? You’re not alone! I recently came across a post where someone shared their frustrations about being a low-code developer and not knowing what to do next. Here are some thoughts and advice I’d like to share:
– It’s completely normal to feel this way, especially if you’re not enjoying the work you’re doing.
– Don’t be afraid to explore other opportunities outside of low-code development, especially if you have a portfolio showcasing other skills like Python, HTML/CSS, C#, and C++.
– Consider upskilling or taking on side projects to strengthen your traditional programming skills and make yourself more marketable.
– Networking is key! Reach out to others in the industry, attend events, or join online communities to expand your circle and possibly find new job opportunities.
– Don’t be afraid to take the leap and apply for new roles that align more closely with your interests and passions. It’s never too late to make a change!
Ultimately, it’s important to prioritize your growth and career satisfaction. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and explore new possibilities. Good luck on your journey! 🚀 #CareerGrowth #StayMotivated #KeepLearning
An important thing to do is to change your mindset about your current position. I’m not suggesting you should start liking where you are, rather you should make an effort to see what you are actually gaining. That will help you craft your resume and answer interview questions to get your next job.
Update your resume and translate the relevant parts of your job as developer experience. Things like design, architecting, problem solving etc. are transferable.
With your resume updated, apply to jobs! Absolutely do not share that your current role is a “low code” role though. If push comes to shove and they ask what language you use, well, get creative. I doubt they will know how your current workplace handles their tech.
Learn and improve tech skills on your own time, apply to better tech jobs, get offers, get better tech job.
It’s very simple.
I worked in low code environment for 2 years. After 1.5 years I started looking somewhere that actually had devs developing stuff. Salary went from 30k a year to 80k so lifes pretty good. Currently using a stack of angular & typescript w/ mysql/oracle dbs.
I would just look for some other place… it gets very very boring working in a low code environment.