Hey there, fellow developers! Did you know that there are over 28.7 million of us out there? That's a whole lot of coding going on!
But what sets the most successful developers apart from the rest of the pack? It's not just about being a programming whiz or having a photographic memory for code. Nope, it's something much simpler than that.
First off, you've got to get comfortable with being uncomfortable . As a software engineer, you're expected to solve problems even if you don't have all the answers. That means stepping outside of your comfort zone and tackling new challenges, even if it feels like you're in over your head. And let's be real, that happens to the best of us. But don't freak out! Take a deep breath, keep a cool head, and remember that this is an opportunity to grow.
Next up, check your ego at the door . Yes, you might be a hotshot programmer with mad skills, but that doesn't mean you're too good for the basics. Don't turn up your nose at simple projects or tasks, because they're essential for building a solid foundation. So swallow your pride and dive into those beginner tutorials, because you never know what new insights you might gain.
And finally, remember that programming can never be mastered . That might sound intimidating, but hear me out. Instead of trying to master every single language and concept out there, focus on building things and continuously improving. That's right, it's all about that growth mindset. Don't get bogged down with the idea of being a "master" - just focus on being a better developer than you were yesterday.
So there you have it, folks. The secret to success as a developer isn't some mythical ability to memorize code or churn out apps at lightning speed. It's about being willing to learn, grow, and adapt - even when things get uncomfortable. Now get out there and start coding!
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Top comments (4)
It's refreshing to see an article concise and short rather than spam with three paragraphs explaining what a developer is - solely to jam some ads into my face.
Although the title is clickbait, no problem there, giving high expectations, I am happy to see that this article delivers at least partly with some good tips that I thoroughly agree on.
My real question is: are we really only with 28.7 million? Is that worldwide? Sounds like very little in a time like this.
Update: I found the source. The 28.7 million is a prediction of 2024. I guess that's why the salaries are that generous
Yup, the demand for software developer's is a lot, but the dev's are actually very less. Moreever good developer's are even lesser.
Of course the illustration is of a woman, even though 98pct of developers are men. But of course
Naa mate, it's a man who's not gotten a haircut since a year. You know how we are