I sometimes feel that I’m stupid. I really do. I sometimes doubt myself.
I have weak spots. Plenty of them.
But I also have some strong spots! One of the strong spots is that I am a simplifier. I make things simple. Whether it is programming artificts. Whether it is UI artifacts. I try to make them simple. Communication wise, same thing. Great thing about this, is that I can apply these things to anything I do. It’s not necessarily related to Java, language I know the most. It’s something I can apply to anything. And as I broaden my skills, whether it is python, or my lawn, I apply these skills. With great results. Generally, I am happy with what I produce.
Less so with my communication skills. With the way I explain myself. I need to work on this area. I also need to practice graphical drawings, white-board drawing. It’s a required skills for senior and lead engineers. Without it, I might not be able to go far. I need to start practicing. My notebook is a good starting point.
With good and bad, I can still chug along!