Hey everyone,

I’m a frontend developer with around 3.5 years of experience, primarily working with React.js and Next.js, and I could really use some advice from people who have been in a similar situation.

Here’s my career journey so far:

Jan 2023 – Apr 2024: Started my career at a fintech product-based startup, working with React.js and Next.js. Unfortunately, the startup couldn’t secure funding, and the product was shut down.

May 2024 – Oct 2024: Joined a service-based company as a frontend developer, where I worked with React.js and integrated AI voice technologies like ElevenLabs and Vapi. I continued looking for better opportunities because I wanted to work in a product-based company.

Nov 2024 – Nov 2025: Joined a product-based mobility startup. Unfortunately, the work culture and environment turned out to be extremely toxic, and I eventually decided to leave.

Jan 2026 – Present: Joined another service-based company as a frontend developer, working primarily with Next.js.…