No career and 30
Hello,
I need an advice.
I'm 30, I got basic knowledge in programming, made basic websites but that's it, it's all basics. I enjoy video editing and I would sometimes lost track of time.
Over the years, my work experience were in housekeeping and production work. I recently quit my job and I wanted to study in I.T but my husband says I needed to find work asap and I have a 9 year old kid.
Should I give up? Stop chasing something that would not earn me money and just go back to the factory?
I would appreciate any advice.
Hello, thank you for your response.
I do freeCodeCamp and learning Javascript there. I did study I.T when I was 21 but I did not finish it because of finances and my responsibilty as single mom, then i took jobs that I don't like but I earn.
I met my husband then. Now i got extra time in my hand, i try to solve problems in codingAbbey and learn in freeCodeCamp but I don't really know where i go from here. And my husband needs help in paying the bills.
As you said, it is difficult to go on this road when there won't be support. And my mind keeps thinking about a career but it is very unclear.
If you want to continue with programming, have you thought about which industry you'd like to work in? I know a couple of people who is into programming, one works in the medical field, while the other had worked in the gaming industry before. I have a colleague who came from another country and just completed some programming courses and is looking for a job with her now, validated, courses from Canada. I heard she found an entry-level job in the medical field, and will start in December. Since she is already working in the hospital, in housekeeping, it was easier to change positions. Otherwise, it seems that to get into a programming career, you'll need to engage in some networking. Do you know others who are already working in a programming career that can have more connections within the industry to help you be on a lookout for positions?
With experience in housekeeping, have you thought about working in a local hospital? At my hospital, they are always hiring housekeeping staff. If you aren't able to work in a full-time position because you have a child to take care of, you are able to choose which shifts to bid for to work (usually covering sick calls).
If you feel that programming is something you'll want to do as a career, you shouldn't give up~
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Hey there!
If programming is your passion and what you are most enthusiastic about, then my suggestion is to stick to it!
Do a Google search of companies you'll like to work with as a programmer and even if they aren't hiring, do cold calls and you'll be amazed that some will consider you!
It's all about confidence and selling yourself to them in a way that checks off all their boxes.
And trust me, there is a huge international market for C+++ Programmers and all programming really.
To be concise, if you show the world just what you can do, the offers will come.
Happy Job Hunting!
First, if you need money- you have to get a job, You need to figure out how much money you need and go from there. Can you take a flexible job that allows you to upskill? Public libraries often have a partnership with Udimey or LinkedIn. Then look up companies that interest you and see the skills they require.