I got the rejection email this morning for a job I’ve been chasing for two months. I really wanted this one, and making it to the final round just to get cut is a different kind of pain. I am so crushed right now. Why do companies make the process this long just to drop you?

I just graduated with my bachelor's in computer science at 26. I had a good GPA, but it took me a few extra years to get through the program for various personal reasons. My main concern right now is the age gap. Since I'm starting my career a few years behind the typical age group, I'm worried I might never catch up financially or professionally. Will companies view my age as a red flag for entry-level roles, and does starting later cap my ultimate career trajectory?

My current full-time job is a total dead end and I'm miserable, but it's stable. A recruiter reached out about a contract-to-hire position that's exactly what I want to be doing, but I'm wondering if it's just going to be a glorified temp job. Would it be crazy to leave a permanent position for this?

Would you leave a permanent job for a higher-paying contract in this market? I've been offered a contract position that offers more money, but I'm not sure I should be leaving a secure full-time job right now, even though I'm underpaid. I’m probably going to pass on it because of how volatile the job market is, but I’m curious about what others might do if they were in this situation. Is the extra cash worth the risk?

Currently working as a Front-End Developer and looking to transition into a Full-Stack Developer role. I have knowledge of the MERN stack and have been actively building projects to improve my backend development skills. I'd love to hear from professionals who have made a similar career move. What skills, certifications, or project experiences helped you successfully switch to a full-stack role? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!