Engineering Skills you need in 2025
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In today’s tech world, certain skills are becoming essential for career success. This video breaks down four crucial skills every software engineer and tech professional should master to stay competitive: leveraging AI responsibly, building local connections, prioritizing testing, and refining networking skills.
We’ll explore why simply using AI tools isn’t enough—you need to understand and question your results. We’ll discuss the importance of finding local tech opportunities as remote work becomes more selective. I also cover why testing isn’t just for engineers and how it can showcase your expertise in any field. Lastly, we dive into networking, the ultimate career skill, and provide practical tips for introverts and extroverts alike.
If you’re looking to strengthen your career in 2025 and beyond, this video is for you. Whether you’re early in your tech career or a seasoned pro, these insights can help you avoid common pitfalls and stay ahead. Be sure to watch till the end and share your thoughts in the comments!
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I've been a software engineer since 2008 and with over a decade of experience, the industry is as crazy and as varied as ever.
I continually get asked for career advice and how to navigate writing code for a living and I wanted to share everything I've learned in hopes that I can help someone who is just starting in software engineering, who has been in it for a while and is too afraid to ask, or the seasoned vet to either agree or argue with me.
The intent of this channel is to have multiple series that include the following topics:
💰 Compensation
📈 Negotiations
📚 Career advice and guidance
📈 Stocks, RSUs, Stock options, and ESPP plans
👨🏫 Engineering interviews
I've done just about everything in software from working for 3 person start ups, 300 person start ups, silicon valley companies, Fortune 500 companies, small teams, big teams, W2 employment and 1099 contracting, full time contracting and moonlight part time work, independent development, launching my own web apps and iphone app.