🚨"Finding it hard to juggle work and learning in your software career? I’ve been there—here’s what helped me shift gears."

For years, I was heads-down in delivery cycles, sprint after sprint. Learning took a back seat. I felt like I was falling behind — not because I lacked interest, but because I lacked time.

Then I read something that changed my mindset — from Robert C. Martin (Uncle Bob). He said:

"It’s not your employer’s job to train you. It’s your responsibility to stay sharp."

That hit hard. I realized: If I want a future-proof career, I need to take ownership of my growth.

Since then, I’ve carved out 10–20 hours each week — outside of work —

purely for learning. Books, courses, side projects, deep dives into tech trends. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.

💡 I’ve noticed something unexpected too:

This daily habit of learning doesn’t just make me smarter — it makes me more creative at work.

📣 If we expect our doctors, architects, or lawyers to stay current, why should software engineers be any different?

✅ Your career is your responsibility. Not your employer's.