Develop Yourself Office Hours: Answering Your Coding Questions EP 3
Jul 25, 2025
Are junior developers facing an uphill battle in a changing tech landscape? Discover practical strategies to enhance employability while navigating the software job market. Learn how to build a robust MERN stack app with a systematic approach that prioritizes essential features. Plus, hear inspiring stories of personal growth and transformation in the coding world, emphasizing the significance of applying knowledge beyond just completing tutorials. It's a deep dive into the evolving world of software engineering!
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AI won't replace skilled developers
- AI tools currently accelerate coding but can't replace moderately skilled software developers.
- Long-term success depends on mastering system design, scalability, and communication beyond just coding.
Avoid premature AI reliance
- Keep studying hard and avoid relying solely on AI tools early on.
- Build core coding skills and study architecture to stay ahead in your career.
Higher bar for junior devs
- Junior developer hiring standards have risen significantly post-pandemic.
- Full stack capability and deployment of real applications are essential to be hireable.