Ask HN: Seeking Career Advice as a New Graduate

I’m a recent graduate in computer engineering, and I’m finding it challenging to navigate the job market as a beginner. I’ve explored various fields including data analysis, front-end development, and currently, I’m working in SEO at an AI startup.

I’m feeling a bit lost about my career direction. Development tools like Claude seem to be much smarter and more efficient than my coding skills, which adds to my uncertainty. I aspire to become an independent developer and work on innovative projects rather than getting stuck in routine tasks at a big company.

I’d greatly appreciate any advice on how to focus my career, gain valuable experience, and navigate these early stages of my professional journey. Also, I’m curious about how AI might impact the role of programmers in the future. Will AI tools eventually replace programmers, or is there still a strong future for human developers?

Thanks in advance for your insights and guidance!