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Lemmings do you feel like you are falling behind in your area of expertise? (reddthat.com)

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As a software engineer I have adapted to the world turning upside down every couple of years and having to learn new concepts and technologies. However, I have been noticing other fields struggling to adapt as things change in a faster scale.

For example, some researchers have pointed out that the number of papers about ADHD increases exponentially every year. However, most mental health professionals, at least in my area, seem to be severily outdated, often using information that has been debunked within the last 10-20 years.

So, I was wondering if other fields are affected and how they are adapting?

Edit: Bonus question, assuming a 40hr week (a luxury for most), how much time out those 40hrs would you need to spend on education?

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[-] candyman337@sh.itjust.works 26 points 4 months ago

Capitalism and the corporate environment have really sapped my enthusiasm for software development.

Corporate development makes me feel like SpongeBob in that one beach episode.

I often feel like I'm doing the devil's bidding, only to be paid so I don't starve, and then they'll throw me to the wayside when I'm no longer "useful". Makes me not want to learn, why should I? It doesn't give me job security, or better hire ability.

[-] mesamunefire@lemmy.world 11 points 4 months ago

I felt like that until I started working for a couple of non-profits and then later government. My job actually makes people have a better time in life. Its kinda nice nowadays.

[-] candyman337@sh.itjust.works 3 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Yeah I've definitely wanted to get into those sectors as well, but I don't really know how to get my foot in the door or where to look, plus at least for my local government the pay is abysmal, any tips you have I would appreciate!

[-] SlakrHakr@lemm.ee 4 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

I agree with the sentiment around getting into government work. I somewhat stumbled into my current job but love a lot of things about it. Our company contracts with the US federal government and I work specifically with the VA.

Don’t know what specific skills you have experience in but I know we’re pretty much always hiring: https://oddball.io/jobs/

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