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For those who quit the computer science industry, where did you go?

17 pointsby cdahmedehover 4 years ago
I got quite disillusioned working as a software developer. I couldn&#x27;t stand it anymore and it became a source of boredom and stress for me.<p>About a decade ago, I discovered a passion for writing. I knew I wanted to stay in the corporate world. I didn&#x27;t do anything about it because I was salivating from the six digit salary.<p>Eventually, I gave up, and switched to a technical writing gig. I&#x27;ve been enjoying so much more than my previous career. I make way less money than before, but at least I&#x27;m enjoying my work. I&#x27;ve been a part-time Uber driver for a while which also has been more fun than software development.<p>I&#x27;m very curious about those who moved out of CS. I&#x27;ve heard anecdotes of those who started clubs and bars because of their avolition. Where did you go once you left this engineering field?

3 comments

logicslaveover 4 years ago
This question has been asked many times, I&#x27;ve seen very few constructive answers, the most common success story being starting a startup&#x2F;becoming a founder. Usually someone says they tried management and they hated it. Some say product, but those roles are hard to transition into
giantg2over 4 years ago
I liked working at Lowe&#x27;s as a second job. I think I&#x27;d like to have a small farm as a &quot;retirement&quot; job.
psmithsfhnover 4 years ago
i feel like the times i&#x27;ve seen this here like 50% of folks became farmers<p>50% become woodworkers<p>and the other 50% became stay-at-homes.