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The most difficult part for me in this profession was to explain to relatives what I do :/

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    It is easier to just say I use Computers
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    @asgs In return they ask to repair their computer or mobile phone :/
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    @vikastiwari555 which you can (politely) decline to do because
    1. You are not an expert in those areas
    2. You don't want to do if you are an expert
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    Play with machines always works
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    Yes, it’s like I’m trying to explain clouds to a fish
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    Me: ok let me explain what embedded software is. So it's basically software design to control electronic systems that are made for specif...

    Relatives: oh so you are web developer!

    Me: What? Not really... well you know let's just keep it at that, yes.
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    Welp I just remembered I got the same type of discussions with some non-technical managers. FML
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    I teach computers magic
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    I press buttons and make lights on the screen go on and off.
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    i just say software engineer and refuse to elaborate further
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    @genevra I will also try same now onwards :)
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