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That Time a Cricket Match Cost Me My Startup Internship Ego

Ever blurted something stupid to your tech lead mid-cricket match? One intern did—and it sparked a career-defining lesson in humility. Here's the raw, unspun story.

DevTools Feed Apr 03, 2026 4 min read
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Junior developer debugging code with senior mentor in startup office, cricket match paused on screen

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • Humility beats assumptions: Always ask before accusing in PRs.
  • Debugging is a team sport: Learn by watching seniors trace, not guess.
  • Process and docs build careers: Branch, document, iterate—no shortcuts.
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