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#162 - 3 things about software I learned from a career as a criminal

Aug 15, 202415 min
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Episode description

15 years ago I made money by trading various substances for cash. 

I was hooked on drugs, alcohol and living like a loser. 

It took 3 near death experiences, 2 children, 1 intervention and too many sleepless nights to count before I changed my ways.

The transition from criminal addict to nerdy software engineer was tough and there are lesson from my former life which have helped me navigate a career in tech.

Let's explore 3 lessons that can apply to your (legal) career 😅

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