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Ask HN: Feeling that my work does not affect people in need, what should I do?

Hello fellow HNers, I am a software developer who seems to be stuck somewhere in time. I started my work life more than a decade back with dreams to bring positive change to our world. I still want to chase that dream but I am just stuck in the very reality of our capitalistic world.

I understand we need money to run our world, but I want to work for people who need it the most. Software for really small businesses or communities, non profits, etc. would be way better than my recent companies. I work well, but in my free time I always go back to the feeling that I am not contributing to our society.

I am not a seller, but a good team builder, hands on developer. So I am unable to start something on my own, but I have lots of energy to drive things with others. Does anyone have a suggestion for me?

If anyone needs: I am from India, currently live and work in Germany.

2 points brainless 10 years ago 2 comments

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