7 years ago I was at the very start of my dream. I just begin my journey as a web developer. My family lived in a small village in Bangladesh, and they really had no idea what is computer or web development. When I told my parents I want to choose this path, they got worried. To them it was like a totally unknown world.
I keep telling them for weeks, “Don’t worry, I will do something big.” After almost one month they finally agree to let me join a small IT training center. For me that was my first big win in life.
During the 7 month course I gave my full heart. Day and night I just code, sometimes I forget to eat, even can’t remember if I ate or not. At the end I made few projects and I was happy with it. But then the real struggle started—getting a job.
For 3 months I try and try but nothing happen. Every rejection break me a little. My family keep asking, “Will this really work?” I felt like walls closing around me. Honestly it was do or die for me.
One night, while I was so frustrated, I found a site called Envato. A place where people can sell their projects. I thought maybe this is my chance. I took my best project, spend 1 more month fixing, adding features, and improving the design. Then with a shaking heart I submit it.
And magic happen. My project got accepted. On first day I sold 2 copies, total $18. That was my first ever earning in USD. I can’t even explain the happiness… it felt like the sky open just for me. That $18 was not just money, it was hope.
My Envato (Codecanyon) profile link: Codecanyon Portfolio
My Envato (Themeforest) profile link: Themeforest Portfolio
I added this in my CV and apply again for jobs. This time a company call me. In the interview they really liked my Envato project and they hired me. Right after interview I called my mother, and hearing her happy voice was one of the best moment of my life. I finally did what I promised her.
Now I work as a Software Lead in a big company here in Bangladesh and still create products for Envato. Looking back I understand one thing: when you are lost, you don’t always need a big success… sometimes a small light is enough. For me that light was $18.
✨ Never give up, even the smallest win can change your whole life.
What an inspiring story @devmamun, you never gave up hope and in turn, you were rewarded for that patience and hardwork.
Am happy for you and hope you continue to grow and support you family at home
Thank you for sharing @devmamun
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Congratulations! A very wonderful story. All the investing in yourself paid off (not just financially). :)
Do you still live in the village? Or do you visit your parents there?
Currently, I live in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, because my office is here. My family lives in our village, which I visit once or twice a month.