I have recently completed my first six months at Accenture, and I am thoroughly enjoying my experience here. Life unfolds with its ups and downs.
My work involves maintaining a project that has advanced from Angular 2 to Angular 18. The most significant challenge lies in understanding the legacy code; one must ensure that updates do not disrupt existing functionality. On the brighter side, with Angular 18, we can leverage new features such as signals and the @if directive.
In this international company, a favorable work-life balance is maintained. Colleagues are responsible for their own tasks, but it is advisable to consult the conference first and check Jira if one seeks information from them.
At Accenture, I have gained valuable insights into Agile methodology. We have roles such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, Solution Lead, and Business Analyst, along with regular planning sessions, daily team synchronization, backlog refinement, and retrospectives. I believe this aspect is the most significant and valuable for my career. Additionally, I have the opportunity to communicate and write in English. I have assessed my proficiency at a B1 level, which is encouraging, especially since I previously lacked an understanding of my English capabilities.
Regarding my professional goals, I aim to deepen my understanding of the business to enhance my confidence in implementing future features and to obtain a cloud certification, starting with AWS SAA. I believe that, in the future, all projects will predominantly be cloud-based or hybrid, with a blend of on-premises and cloud solutions. Local companies tend to follow the lead of prior innovators, like AWS Cloud, making a cloud certification beneficial for my career. This journey is ongoing, and I am already learning extensively while preparing for the exam, while also continuing to enhance my English skills, which are essential for securing better job opportunities.
On a personal note, I have obtained a Shanghai Residence Permit and hope it will facilitate my child’s enrollment in a nearby public kindergarten. Although the rent is expensive, it remains manageable, and options are limited. Fortunately, Tina has secured a job, though it may not be the most ideal for her. However, it is still employment that keeps her engaged. My father-in-law is available to pick up our child from the private kindergarten, which, while costly, I consider a worthwhile investment for quality childcare, especially given the exorbitant rates for babysitters in Shanghai.
In conclusion, everything is progressing as it should, and I will continue to grow and learn. I am also committed to caring for my small family—Juli, Tina—and my extended family, including my parents, brother, and in-laws.