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I've done a little of everything, but I've done the least web front-end and mobile, so probably not those.
I also have some network security background and some ML-related background.
I think part of my problem is that I've done a bit of everything and not really specialized too much, so for a lot of roles I'm a good match but not a top match. I've tried to (de)emphasize different experiences for different roles, but that hasn't seemed to help much so far.
Let me know what you find, any other input is good as well. Thanks!
The person who asked what OP is good at uses they/them pronouns. Please edit this to not misgender them
Oops, edited as requested. Apologies to them for that!
Thank you!
Good insight tbh. Depression and money stress have me unfocused & not thinking long-term. Not sure specifically how to address that, but it's definitely something I need to think through.
Realizing you are in control of some things, such as how you present yourself to potential employers, is a great first step. Momentum can be a big factor with these things - when you have it, recruiters are popping out of the bushes on your way into the office offering new opportunities. When you don’t, it can feel like you’re stuck in the mud with no way out. I’ve been there amigo. Baby steps can get you going again. Consider giving yourself 15-20 minutes per day to write down some things you could learn/improve/change, that you actually have control over, and then pick one and do it. Before you know it you will be an unstoppable force of an engineer, and then the right opportunity will present itself. Good luck, pulling for you!