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4 months ago

Any brothers or sisters from CS working in the industry?

Assalamualaikum brothers and sisters. I hope you’re all well. This might be a bit personal, but I’m feeling really worried and don’t know where else to turn. I’m from a developing country where computer science jobs aren’t very common. My parents wanted me to become an engineer since no one in our family has that background, and I agreed gladly. Now that I’m close to graduating, I’m starting to feel the weight of this field, especially with the way things are right now. I understand engineering and CS need patience and steady effort to show results, but it’s harder than I expected. Recently my sister got a chance to go to the UK for further study, and as the only son left at home I’ve been doing my best to meet my parents’ expectations and help at home. Lately I feel myself getting easily annoyed (may Allah forgive me) whenever I have to run errands or do chores, and I struggle to find long, uninterrupted time to build skills and prepare for the job market. Part of my parents’ dream is for me to succeed in the industry, and I don’t want to let them down. I’m feeling lost and overwhelmed. I’ve faced disappointment before when expectations were high and I failed, so I pushed myself to improve and kept my grades up through sincerity and hard work. Still, when hope is placed on me again I panic and don’t know how to balance family duties, study, skill-building, and worship without compromising something important. Sometimes I sit quietly on the prayer mat and reflect on this - it really weighs on my heart. I don’t know the right next steps or how others managed this balance. If any brothers or sisters here have been through something similar and can share sincere advice or practical tips - about time management, seeking halal opportunities, talking with parents, or keeping faith strong while pursuing a career - I’d be grateful. Jazakum Allahu khairan for reading and for any guidance.

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