Few things I learned the hard way in 15 years of my career

A Java developer with 15 years of experience shares 30 hard-won career lessons covering topics like working under constraints, code quality vs. business pressure, avoiding over-dependence, the reality of tech lead roles, the importance of soft skills, knowing when to leave a toxic workplace, purpose-driven learning, and taking care of physical and mental health. The advice is candid and practical, drawn from real frustrations and observations in the software industry.