Develop Yourself #240 - Navigating the Front-End Landscape: A Senior Developer's Perspective on AI Tools, Front End interviews and What Makes You "Senior"
May 19, 2025
A seasoned front-end developer discusses the important mindset shift needed to transition from junior to senior roles. She emphasizes that being a senior isnāt just about technical skills; soft skills and mentorship matter too. The conversation dives into the evolving landscape of coding driven by AI, stressing collaboration over complexity. Thereās also a focus on JavaScript fundamentals and the changing nature of front-end interviews, showcasing the crucial shift from technical quizzes to behavioral assessments. Aspiring developers are encouraged to connect for insights.
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Journey From Junior to Senior
- Yasemin transitioned from a task-focused junior developer to a senior with a product mindset.
- She took initiative in product discussions rather than waiting for tasks, which marked her growth.
Soft Skills & Simple Code Matter
- Focus on improving communication, mentoring, and problem-solving skills beyond coding.
- Write simple, maintainable code considering future developers who will read it.
AI Simplifies Learning Front-End
- Learning front-end development is simpler now with AI tools that explain open source projects quickly.
- In the past, developers relied heavily on books and personal study.