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"The code was written by AI. The commit was written by AI. The PR description was written by AI. At what point in that chain did you actually stop and think about what you were shipping?"

Owain tackles the problems #JuniorDevelopers are going to be facing in the world of #AI in this thought-provoking article 👇

Building a website can feel like staring at an endless toolbox. So many tools, but which ones actually work?

In this guide, I’ve rounded up my go-to open source picks for web development — tools that every dev should have in their kit.

👉 Full article: https://bitskingdom.com/blog/best-open-source-website-development-tools/

#OpenSource #WebDevelopment #DevTools #SoftwareEngineering #WebDev #Development #juniordevelopers #opensource #softwaretools

🚀 Breaking news from the Fastly Institute of Duh: Senior developers are now #outsourcing their jobs to #AI, proving once and for all that experience is just a fancy word for "I let robots do my homework." 🤖 Meanwhile, juniors are still stuck writing actual code like it's 2019. 😂 Shocking insights, or just another Tuesday in tech?
https://www.fastly.com/blog/senior-developers-ship-more-ai-code #TechNews #Automation #DeveloperHumor #JuniorDevelopers #2023Trends #HackerNews #ngated

Doubt:

Why bother with const if I can reassign with let?

Insight: When to Use const and let in JavaScript for More Reliable Code

In JavaScript, let and const are both block-scoped, modern variable declarations introduced to replace the more error-prone var. They serve distinct... 

#Development #javascript #juniordevelopers #operators #programminglanguages #tipstricks
https://bitskingdom.com/blog/let-vs-const-variables-javascript/

Doubt:

Why do I need === when == seems to work just fine?

Insight: Understanding Loose and Strict Equality in JavaScript

In JavaScript, understanding the difference between == (loose equality) and === (strict equality) is important for writing clear, predictable code. Here’s w... 

#Development #javascript #juniordevelopers #operators #programminglanguages #tipstricks
https://bitskingdom.com/blog/javascript-equality-operators-loose-vs-strict/

Doubt:

Are null and undefined just empty values?

Insight: Understanding null and undefined in JavaScript

In JavaScript, null and undefined both represent "empty" values, but they serve different purposes and are used in specific contexts. Understanding their differences can le... 

#Development #javascript #juniordevelopers #programminglanguages #tipstricks
https://bitskingdom.com/blog/javascript-null-vs-undefined/

You’re getting started with JavaScript and, suddenly, you’re hit with two mysterious symbols: and []. Both are brackets, but they’re worlds apart in JavaScript!

Let’s break down what makes them different—and why it matters when you’re building with JS.

Declaring Arrays with ... 

#Development #advanceddevelopers #javascript #juniordevelopers #programminglanguages #tipstricks
https://bitskingdom.com/blog/javascript-arrays-objects-bracket-battle/

You can write Python, but can you write beautiful Python? Just like any language, code can be messy and chaotic, or it can be clean, structured, and easy to follow. Writing beautiful Python is about writing code that's as fluid and readable as any well-spoken language. Here are f... 

#Development #advancedcode #coding #juniordevelopers #languages #programming #python #tipstricks
https://bitskingdom.com/blog/beautiful-python-code-tips/

Where is the world heading? Straight into the world of Artificial Intelligence! As a junior developer, you have the opportunity to pivot your career today and follow the path that technology is leading us. AI is not just the future; it's happening now, and there's no better time ... 

#AI #coding #juniordevelopers #languages #programming #python #tipstricks
https://bitskingdom.com/blog/ai-career-tips-for-junior-developers/

As a professional React developer, you’re no stranger to the challenges of component-based development. But even the most experienced explorers need to keep sharpening their skills and discovering new tricks to survive. So, let’s explore 10 advanced tips and tricks that will make... 

#Development #advanceddevelopers #coding #juniordevelopers #languages #prodevelopers #programming #react #tipstricks
https://bitskingdom.com/blog/10-advanced-react-tips-and-tricks/

Are you venturing into the React wilderness for the first time? It can feel like trying to build a fire in the rain—challenging, but not impossible. As Bear Grylls might say, "Improvise, adapt, overcome." With the right know-how, you can turn those damp sticks (or confusing code ... 

#Development #coding #juniordevelopers #languages #programming #react #tipstricks
https://bitskingdom.com/blog/junior-react-developer-tips/

💡 I have an idea for a project to help developers and aspiring developers, but I need your input!

I've noticed that many people coming out of bootcamps or self-study programs struggle with the basics—things that are essential for real-world software development. I want to understand if this is a common issue and what kind of support might be helpful.

If you're a developer (or thinking about becoming one), I’d really appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this short survey:

👉 https://forms.gle/wegPJc5Lpe3rK6vP7

Your feedback will help shape the direction of this project. And if you know someone who might have insights, please share!

#SoftwareDevelopment #Bootcamp #Coding #TechCommunity #IsraelTech #FrumTech #JuniorDevelopers

💡 I have an idea for a project to help developers and aspiring developers, but I need your input!

I've noticed that many people coming out of bootcamps or self-study programs struggle with the basics—things that are essential for real-world software development. I want to understand if this is a common issue and what kind of support might be helpful.

If you're a developer (or thinking about becoming one), I’d really appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this short survey:

👉 https://forms.gle/wegPJc5Lpe3rK6vP7

Your feedback will help shape the direction of this project. And if you know someone who might have insights, please share!

#SoftwareDevelopment #Bootcamp #Coding #TechCommunity #IsraelTech #FrumTech #JuniorDevelopers

💡 I have an idea for a project to help developers and aspiring developers, but I need your input!

I've noticed that many people coming out of bootcamps or self-study programs struggle with the basics—things that are essential for real-world software development. I want to understand if this is a common issue and what kind of support might be helpful.

If you're a developer (or thinking about becoming one), I’d really appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this short survey:

👉 https://forms.gle/wegPJc5Lpe3rK6vP7

Your feedback will help shape the direction of this project. And if you know someone who might have insights, please share!

#SoftwareDevelopment #Bootcamp #Coding #TechCommunity #IsraelTech #FrumTech #JuniorDevelopers

»New #JuniorDevelopers Can’t Actually Code: Every #juniordev I talk to has #Copilot or #Claude or #GPT running 24/7. The foundational knowledge is just… missing.« https://nmn.gl/blog/ai-and-learning?eicker.news #tech #media

No #juniordevelopers were harmed in the making of this video ... well just mentally....👀 #gamedev #IndieGameDev

https://youtu.be/cw7tdNzPo4Q?si=rTcf2RRuMeSz2B_

Tips for junior developers

Ask for support. Ask for a mentor. Ask questions.

If you are told "no" when you ask for help, find your own mentors - in or outside of the company. Reach out to the wider community.

Pair with everyone. You learn amazing things, and you figure out who is a good fit for you - and who you can ask to be your mentor.

Sometimes leaving for another job is for the best.

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

How it can go wrong

Many junior developers consider quitting tech after a bad experience.

This is a problem, we want junior developers to enjoy the experience and to be supported and encouraged.

"Tech is for me" <-- might not feel comfortable saying this

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

Give developers tools for anonymous feedback, giving psychological safety.

Some fear losing their job and an inability to get a new job, so they are anxious about rocking the boat by speaking up.

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Be wary of lack of knowledge. Don't assume someone knows to run "composer install" - junior developers will follow instructions very literally.

Tell them when you feel like an impostor. Tell them when you needed to Google something.

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

How to set up junior devs for success and help them

60% of developers surveyed said mentorship helped them the most

After setting up a pairing channel, they found that it resulted in 15% fewer bugs.

Code was also more optimised due to pair programming. More manageable code, easier for the code reviewer.

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

Gaps affect everyone, not only juniors.

Developer time is expensive.

Find problems... and fix them... with the help of junior developers.

Demo of a junior dev finding issues:
https://www.reddit.com/r/ProgrammerHumor/comments/mt2nug/the_pitfalls_of_a_legacy_codebase/

"Netflix Chaos Monkey" -> they automate junior developers 🤪 Automatically turn off random servers and see what happens.

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

Questions are good:

"Why is it this way?"

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

Mentorship helps everyone

Also consider the bus factor / lottery factor. It's not just seniors mentoring juniors... but employees helping each other to understand.

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

Junior developers have fresh perspectives and it's worth encouraging them to speak up.

"It didn't work when we tried it last time."

Why don't you try it again?

Companies change. Situations change. And with the energy and excitement of junior devs ... the result might be different this time.

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

Senior developers have a role to play in encouraging junior developers.

But why should you hire junior devs?

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

Tapping into the power of junior developers

Presented by Rissa Jackson

#laravel #php #laracon #laraconau #juniordevelopers

Is there a podcast or blog series where developers talk about how they got their first development job?

I am *constantly* hearing from junior developers who have been applying for jobs for weeks, months, even a year or more, and haven't even gotten called back for an interview. And these are smart, hardworking people.

#programming #juniordevelopers

Happy Friday #AndroidDev,

As promised, here is my #Android interview with @nicole_terc, one of our Android community's active members.

The question categories are #LifeStyle, #AndroidCommunity, encouraging #WomenInTech & #JuniorDevelopers, and some #Technical opinions. 🧑‍💻

#AndroidDeveloperTips #YouTube #Video #Podcast

Hope you enjoy it:
https://youtu.be/6bVy_1kPgCU

Happy Friday #AndroidDev,

As promised, here is my #Android interview with @nicole_terc, one of our Android community's active members.

The question categories are #LifeStyle, #AndroidCommunity, encouraging #WomenInTech & #JuniorDevelopers, and some #Technical opinions. 🧑‍💻

#AndroidDeveloperTips #YouTube #Video #Podcast

Hope you enjoy it:
https://youtu.be/6bVy_1kPgCU

does anyone have any good articles on how to be a good junior engineer? Trying to help someone in my network grow as a junior developer and looking for resources

#developers #juniordevelopers #learning

Opened more sessions for #mentoring at #ADPList, a free platform to connect with #mentors world-wide.

I’m a senior #developer at a digital product agency, working with clients like IKEA, Google, Steve Jobs Archive. I have 5 years professional experience, but have been tinkering with HTML/CSS/JS since the early 2000s. I love chatting with #JuniorDevelopers, early career or career switchers, and people interested in learning #accessibility.

https://adplist.org/mentors/tricia-leach

I’ve never really cared about follower counts. Instead, I’ve always tried to create meaningful connections in the #software #WebDev #programming #gaming spaces. Both professionally and personally, having a network of people in these spaces across the globe has enriched my life ten fold. I’ll never ask for boosts or follows - but I will ask, if you ever want to connect, just DM me and I’ll try to respond quickly. Let’s celebrate #projects #promotions #JuniorDevelopers #NewJob #games and whatever!