On engineering.
And finding your way.

The first month after a layoff is rarely about hustle. Stabilize, sort what you know, and take a few deliberate steps—without turning panic into a second full-time job.

AI is changing how software gets built. It has not removed the need for judgment, ownership, and people who can take messy problems to a clear outcome.

That vague sense that work is off is information. You do not need a five-year plan before you are allowed to explore what is missing.

Impact is not buzzwords. It is what changed because you were involved—and you can say that in plain language.

Strong frustration with a manager is common—and useful to unpack carefully. Separate the person, the role, and the parts you can influence.

A gap on your résumé is a fact, not a confession. Prepare a calm explanation, then spend most of your energy on the work you can do next.