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Evolution of a Developer: From Junior to Senior to Staff Engineer
This chapter explores the journey of a developer from a junior role to becoming a senior developer and eventually a staff engineer within a tech company. It delves into the responsibilities, expertise, and challenges faced at each level, emphasizing the importance of deep knowledge, mentoring, technical decision-making, and transitioning from hands-on coding to leadership roles. The discussion also touches on the delicate balance between speed and long-term sustainability in startups when hiring staff engineers.