Stage 2 · Lesson 3 of 6
Mapping your background to roles
Some pairings come up again and again because the skills overlap. You can sketch them as a simple . An electrical engineer often fits (software inside devices) or data work.
A teacher fits , developer education or edtech. An accountant fits , especially in finance. A graphic designer fits frontend development or UX.
Customer support fits QA or support engineering. A scientist fits data analysis or research software. Many of these are a , where your old field and tech meet.
Treat them as starting guesses, not rules. Test them in conversations and with a taster project before committing. A good fit means shorter learning and a story that makes sense to an employer.
Common trapignoring a natural fit because another role sounds more impressive or pays more on a chart.
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