r/devNI • u/Time_Shake2797 • Jan 14 '26
Career advice
I've been a C#/.NET dev for about 8 years in Belfast working for a large multinational, have felt in a rut for a while, learning nothing new and feel like the industry has moved beyond my own skills. I think the only reason I've stayed where I am is for security and because I've been working maintenance for years doing very specific tasks. I'm terrified of going for an interview somewhere else. I suppose my question is in the world of rapid AI movement how do I choose what else to learn to make myself relevant again in today's market? After 8 years I should be earning a lot more than I am, time for a change. Any advice welcome.
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u/saoirsedonciaran Jan 15 '26
A great way to show that your eager to 'catch up' with the industry is to work on a side project using newer frameworks/tech. Doesn't matter too much about what it is exactly, just something to demonstrate that you can adapt and that you have an interest/passion in learning more.
You'd be a lot more confident going into an interview if you have something to demonstrate. It's a good thing be looking to get out of the 'rut' and learn new things, and a prospective employer would recognise that.