Becoming a Senior Developer: Expectations vs. Reality
👋 Hey there, I'm Just another CTO. Ever wondered what it takes to transition from a junior to a senior developer? I know it's been discussed many times, but I have my own opinions on this. So in this video, I debunk some of the most common myths surrounding the journey to seniority. I'm also guilty of some of those expectations and I regret not having learned something similar 15 years ago. Say goodbye to your fantasies and hello to the truths on what it really means to grow in your tech career as a software engineer.
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ℹ️ Chapters
0:00 Start here
04:20 Expectation of becoming a know-it-all
08:08 Always playing with the latest tech
09:48 A lot more boring stuff - meetings, discussions, decisions
13:33 Bringing change is a marathon not a sprint
17:53 Expectation to be irreplaceable
20:58 Summary TL;DR
22:51 Piece of advice for your growth
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