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# [Things I Wish I Was Told Before Becoming A Software Engineer](https://techwithmaddy.com/things-i-wish-i-was-told-before-becoming-a-software-engineer?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Years of Experience Are Not Equal to Organic Experience Software engineering is different from other fields. Someone may claim to have five years of experience on their CV, but only 3 out of 5 were organic experience. By "organic", I mean time when y...

Aug 8, 2022 · 3 min read · techwithmaddy.com  
Updated Mar 9, 2024  
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