Life after a tech layoff: three months update

In this video, I talk about my honest experience being unemployed as a software developer in 2025 — the emotional toll, the brutal job market, and how it’s affected my routine, motivation, and mental health. From applying to over 100 dev jobs, to going through intense multi-step interviews only to get ghosted, I wanted to share what this phase of life really looks like.

I also open up about how starting this YouTube channel has kept me grounded during these tough times — and what I’ve learned about myself since the layoff.

💼 If you’re a junior, mid-level, or even senior developer going through something similar, know that you’re not alone. This one’s for you.

I'm a 27 y/o software engineer living in Montreal. Here's what happening in my daily life.

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