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Personal Learning Journey
The real stories behind learning new things at any stage of your career.
Jan 12, 2026 6 min read journey
Burnout Wasn’t the End — It’s Where My New Flex Began
After 30 years in software development, burnout nearly cost me my passion — and my career. This is the story of how I rediscovered my love for building, learning, and mentoring, and how Old Dog New Flex was born.
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