Imposter Syndrome in Tech: Understanding Its Impact
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Imposter Syndrome in Tech: Understanding Its Impact

Corrected by Melik Can Sariyer · on When Notes Fly · 11 July 2026 · View published page ↗

Imposter syndrome is prevalent in software development, affecting many, including experienced engineers and their confidence.

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A 1993 meta-analysis estimated that 70% of the general population experiences imposter feelings at some point
+Commonly cited estimates suggest that around 70% of the general population experiences imposter feelings at some point

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