When I first entered the IT field, I didn’t consider myself a strong programmer.
Like many beginners, I believed that deep coding expertise was mandatory to start a career in technology. That belief almost stopped me from exploring opportunities.
*But here’s what I learned:
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You don’t always need to start as an expert developer to begin an IT career.
*What I Focused On Instead
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Instead of advanced programming, I worked on:
Understanding core concepts (networking, operating systems, basic security)
Learning how software systems work
Practicing structured problem-solving
Building foundational knowledge in cloud and DevOps
Over time, I realized something important:
Many IT roles require analytical thinking, system understanding, and security awareness — not just coding mastery.
*What Helped Me Grow
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Consistent learning
Hands-on practice (labs and small experiments)
Improving gradually instead of waiting to be “perfect”
Coding is important — especially in DevOps and DevSecOps — but you can start with basics and improve along the way.
*My Advice to Beginners
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If you’re avoiding IT because you think you’re “not good at coding,” focus first on:
Fundamentals
Logic building
Understanding how systems connect
Skills develop with time. Starting is what matters.
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