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Owning Your Career - The Software Engineer's Guidebook by Gergely Orosz

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Navigating Terminal Levels in Tech Careers

This chapter explores terminal levels in career progression within software engineering, discussing the advantages and challenges of remaining at a certain professional tier. It critiques 'promotion-driven development' and emphasizes the importance of technical and soft skills, along with personal anecdotes about programming language proficiency. The speakers highlight the evolution of a software engineer's role, advocating for a focus on sustainable code practices and the significance of deep knowledge across various programming languages.

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