what equipment and skills are needed for the job

The skill set requirements vary depending on the type of job. For example if you are a carpenter you might need to know measure and cut and fit the timber or flywood properly to make a chair or table. Similarly if you are an engineer you are expected to have the domain knowledge so that you can perform day to day job. If you are a software developer you would be required to learn coding languages like C, C++, python or Java. So first decide on your interests, then search for the required skill set, gain the skills which will help you choose the right career path.

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