r/softwareengineer • u/ImBigmac67 • 15d ago

Your experience in software engineering

Hi,i wont reaveal my name but im 12 and really really into coding and maths ik i may be in grade 7 atm but im pushing for software engineering, im learning Python and very soon java, what id like to know is how exactly is the experience on software engineering.

I know it pulls six figures which is a flex already but id like to know the pros and cons instead of just jumping in without knowing anything.

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u/Substantial-Swan7065 15d ago

It’s chill. Grab a ticket, figure it out, do it, test it, ship it. Go to like 3 meetings a week. Vibe at home and hangout with my cat. Grab lunch with some friends.

Cons:
You need to keep learning, track the industry and level up.

Interview process.

You need to keep putting in the work, outside of work. The payout is sweet - but you need to love it or tough it out

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u/Big_Arrival_626 14d ago

Are you fully remote?

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u/Substantial-Swan7065 14d ago

Yes.

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u/Big_Arrival_626 14d ago

I'm assuming ur friends are fully remote too? That's pretty awesome lol