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Leon Martin @holasoymalva

7 Essential Tips For Junior Software Developers To Accelerate Growth

Starting as a software dev can be daunting. Know it's okay not to know everything & focus on building a strong foundation. Ship functional code, communicate effectively, manage technical debt & build projects outside of work.

Starting your career as a software developer can be as exciting as it is daunting. Looking back on my journey, there are things I wish I had known when I was just starting. Here’s a collection of advice, lessons, and resources to help you navigate the early stages of your career and accelerate your growth as a developer.

  
  
  1. It’s Okay Not to Know Everything

When I started, I felt the pressure to know everything: frameworks, programming languages, tools—you name it. The truth? No one knows it all. The most important skill is knowing how to learn effectively.

  
  
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