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Can I file for unemployment if my new employer tries to change my already...

I received a job offer in writing on March 31st with a "tentative" start date of May 1st. They put a tiny clause in there that the start date was subject to review due to coronavirus complications. I...

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Choice between front-end developer or business analyst role?

I completed a degree in computer science mixed with business management and have 7 months experience as a front-end developer, I've enjoyed it but sometimes get quite overwhelmed. I think I doubt my...

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Is it acceptable to apply to graduate positions as a professional in a...

I am an electronics design engineer with 3 1/2 years experience mainly focussed on circuit design at the PCB level who is interested in getting into digital design/VHDL. There is a fair amount of...

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Working in the software industry does not seem rewarding anymore

I was always an ambitious, jack-of-all-master-of-none kid with above average skills and interest in technical topics. Working for the software industry was always looked upon from where I grew up and...

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Career shift in finance. Seeking guidance (non-finance welcomed)

I'm in my mid-30's. Currently I work as an investment specialist at a brokerage firm based in St. Louis. The pay and benefits are enough for me and my wife to make an average living for now, but not...

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Does it have any value getting a PhD in engineering after 45? [closed]

I am talking about academia and research.Suppose, a person doesn't have either professional or academic credentials or experiences. Suddenly he decides to study engineering because he wants to change...

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Is it wise to leave in my current situation? [closed]

I am going back to university for a part time masters in computer science, with hopes of moving to the software field. My initial plan was to study in my own time while working and studying part-time,...

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Would like to progress in my company, but afraid of the consequences

I am in this situation: I am doing this job in a company that has no progress path as it's become evident for me, so, I would like to start looking for other jobs that suit my qualifications better...

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How to decide which path to take? Embedded firmware or software engineering?...

I have looked far and wide and am confused about the path I am taking from this point forward.My background in short:Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, May 2018 (the combination of electrical...

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Are there lifestyle restrictions if you work for a firm requiring top secret...

I saw a job posting that requires Active DOD Secret Clearance. I was wondering if there are any lifestyle restrictions if I were to work for that company. I like travelling internationally and wonder...

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How do i justify myself to a prospective employer why I'm quitting a job that...

I'm an indian and i finished my graduation in 2015. Then joined a service based MNC in feb 2016 and worked there for a year and half. I quit the company(Aug 2017) in order to pursue higher studies. But...

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Career path for experienced full stack web developer [closed]

Background: I'm self-taught and have worked as a full stack JavaScript developer in small teams/freelance for about 5 years, starting from basic JS projects and picking up skills as required by...

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What are some possible temp jobs in the US [closed]

My job is driving me nuts but I haven't been able to quit because I am unable to land another job. I am trying to find alternative solutions besides just quitting and being unemployed as, well, not...

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Burnout - change industries?

I am a data analyst in the public sector and have been in various guises for the past 8-9 years.I am currently pretty well burnt out in my current role - all motivation has disappeared, work quality is...

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How to effectively transition from one career path in which you are highly...

Context: From the moment I was born, my family pushed me to pursue a career in the IT industry. My education was dramatically accelerated, and I managed to pick up extensive work experience,...

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Is Project/Product Management a good choice when switching career from...

I have a bachelor degree in Linguistics, however for the last 14+ years I've been building my career in Marketing & Sales (worked for 1 IT company and 4 non-IT companies).IT technologies are so...

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Switching from software developer to infosec/pentester [closed]

About a week ago I had a chance to observe the workflow and talk with team of incredibly talented and young hackers,they were pentesting our system and dug up 4 security holes within a day.What I saw...

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How badly can I expect to be impacted by age discrimination in the workplace?...

I'm currently a 20 year old developer and very happy with my career so far in the UK, however I'm slightly worried about my future as I hear more and more stories about developers who get old and don't...

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I tried to move to a different career track, but I'm back to my old one. What...

I worked as a software engineer since beginning of 2013 in a couple of companies. In 2019 I decided to try my luck in Data Scientist role in a new company (A). I didn't liked it, so - feeling it may be...

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Are past irrelevant job experiences relevant to add in your resume as a...

I'm a software developer who has worked professionally for 3 years. Prior to becoming a software engineer, I was working in the banking sector as a banker my work revolved handling customers and doing...

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