news.ycombinator.com• Jul 18, 2026• 1 min read
Ask HN: Having a child before career has taken offDear HN,I am a soon-to-be dad. I am looking forward to it, and we have prepared as best we can.However, one thought is nagging me.I have finished my bachelors degree in computer science, and I am onset to start my master degree in the fall.However, I have very little job experience. I have decent grades, enjoy studying and have held a TA position. But I have never worked in a CS-related role professionally and do not consider myself a very good "developer".I am afraid that I will not be able to work as good (or long) as my peers on school, or on side projects and internships; and that, due to my lack of experience, will have future employers turn me down.I don't know; maybe I am a bit too pessimistic. I am based in Scandinavia for reference.Anyone with experience having a child, before your career took off? Or similarly, while in school?Any advice or words upon the matter is appreciated.Best wishes, Lasse.
