Life after a tech layoff: three months update

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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. Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/its_jepii/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its_jepi What's in my bag: Camera Main Camera: https://amzn.to/4lj5rb8 Backup/Photo Camera: https://amzn.to/4ic5Xow Main Lense: https://amzn.to/42tNmP8 Wide Angle Lense: https://amzn.to/42pa0YS Super Wide Angle Lense (also work on full frame with frame): https://amzn.to/3XUPNJ0 RGB Led Panel: https://amzn.to/4iduFFc Big Light: https://amzn.to/4j3oFjn Voice Over Microphone: https://amzn.to/42aSWXG Desk setup Dev Monitor BenQ RD320UA: https://amzn.to/4lsamXr Same monitor (but 28" version) RD280UA: https://amzn.to/4iivtsp Mouse: https://amzn.to/4jwUwcd Keyboard: https://amzn.to/4j9Hba7 Desk Pad: https://amzn.to/4cr8NVr Magic TrackPad: https://amzn.to/3XRNVAU Computer Laptop: https://amzn.to/4ctG6Yb Mac Studio Support: https://amzn.to/42sKGRA business inquiries: [email protected] #layoff #softwaredeveloper #jobsearch #techlayoffs #dayinthelife #unemployment #devlife #coding #careerstruggles #montreal #techindustry #frontenddeveloper #fullstackdeveloper #reactjs #webdeveloper