What’s the first welding process you learned

Thinking back to my early days as a welder, I really started with stick welding; it taught me so much about the basics of metal manipulation. It’s interesting how each process has its own unique challenges and benefits. What about you? Which welding method was your gateway into this amazing craft?

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