The latest articles on DEV Community by Enkaay (@enkaay_e8c29639e625c78181). https://dev.to/enkaay_e8c29639e625c78181 https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3360912%2F7dd9f1a5-d3c3-4fc6-b431-88864387749c.png https://dev.to/enkaay_e8c29639e625c78181 en Enkaay Wed, 16 Jul 2025 18:38:32 +0000 https://dev.to/enkaay_e8c29639e625c78181/the-hackathon-that-changed-my-life-i-quit-my-job-2opi https://dev.to/enkaay_e8c29639e625c78181/the-hackathon-that-changed-my-life-i-quit-my-job-2opi <p>This hackathon was more than just a coding sprint - it was a turning point in my life. After spending 11 years in a secure, full-time role, I made the bold decision to step away and finally start building for myself - something I had always dreamed of but never dared to pursue.</p> <p>What sparked this leap was the incredible experience with Bolt. The hackathon gave me glimpse into what's possible with Al and no-code tools. It reignited my curiosity, my builder's mindset, and most importantly, the belief that I could create meaningful products on my own.</p> <p>Beyond the technical side, what stood out was the community - people cheering each other on, mentors offering guidance, and the energy of being surrounded by like-minded makers. It gave me the push I needed. I'm now on a journey to build my own vision, and I have this hackathon to thank for lighting that fire. </p> devchallenge wlhchallenge community networking