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Discussion on: Should Developers Put Themselves Out There?

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M. Akbar Nugroho

Hi, Ayu!

"Not everyone is extrovert" yes, definitely agree with you. From my perpective, the short answer is "they shouldn't, but it's recommended".

Based on my experience, I wrote articles and posts because I love it and just want to share what I know to everyone else. No schedules and specific topics to indicates "these all are not commercial contents".

The pros is I got better SEO for my website and some ppl are notice me on LinkedIn. The cons is, sometimes, I feel uncomfortable to be a center of attention.

Beside of it, write an article is good because you can help other ppl and it's awesome to grow the better community.

But, as a footnote, for all introvert ppl out there who won't be a center of attention, write some posts or articles. Don't wish for view, monetize, etc. Your HR will always observe you and want their employees has contribution for other ppl.

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Ayu Adiati

Good to know that HR observers you for what you do out there.
Also, yes. It's recommended and not that one should do it 😊