> I tell friends that tech is no longer a field, but is now a part of every other field.
That's a great way of describing how things have changed. This is a really important way into the field for many people. If you're currently working in a non-tech focused job and you're starting to learn some technical skills, you can sometimes start to apply what you're learning to your current job. Many people have broken into tech-focused roles by automating some part of their current job, just because no one else has that capability.
This can lead to a more tech-focused role with your current employer, but often times it's more beneficial as a stepping stone to a different job with a much more significant pay increase. These kinds of stories, "I automated _____ task at my old job and it impacted _____" are great on resumes, and give you something specific to talk about in interviews.
> I tell friends that tech is no longer a field, but is now a part of every other field.
That's a great way of describing how things have changed. This is a really important way into the field for many people. If you're currently working in a non-tech focused job and you're starting to learn some technical skills, you can sometimes start to apply what you're learning to your current job. Many people have broken into tech-focused roles by automating some part of their current job, just because no one else has that capability.
This can lead to a more tech-focused role with your current employer, but often times it's more beneficial as a stepping stone to a different job with a much more significant pay increase. These kinds of stories, "I automated _____ task at my old job and it impacted _____" are great on resumes, and give you something specific to talk about in interviews.
Absolutely!
A great point Eric, looking for opportunities at a current job and expanding on them can be a stepping stone.