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For experienced devs, were you put on PIP early in your career? How did you bounce back from it to stay in the industry? (programming.dev)

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I'm a new grad who started at one of the Big Tech companies this past year. Been recently notified that I'm in danger of being placed under PIP due to underperformance, which I thought was fair due to extenuating familial circumstances. I'm personally feeling despair in being capable or being able to stay in the tech industry considering my lack of ability or general aptitude.

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

If you are this early career and the company is still paying you, PIP or no PIP, it's very likely that they want you to succeed. Question your assumptions and make sure you really understand the feedback they are giving you. Don't put in extraordinary hours (you want to have clear judgement, get plenty of sleep) but look for every resource, mentors, books, ask for help, and focus on doing your best. This will put you in the best possible light no matter what happens.

There are a lot of different companies out there each with a different culture. One of them might be a better fit.