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Anna Rankin • Edited

...they are looking for a product that is easy to sell and a newly graduated 22-year-old is more attractive than a 40-year-old with varied work experience.

I got chills 😳 I've recently been looking into ageism in our industry more; never thought about it like that before. It's good to hear you've gotten your foot back in the door now! I know a couple of other folks in the same situation, it can be so discouraging. Is there any advice you'd give specifically to older folks who've yet to get their first programming gig?

Thanks for your article and for sharing! 🤘❤️💯

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Tomas Forsman

I'm working on that "perseverance wins" article =) One quick note though, be clear about your goal with those closest to you, their support is needed.