Carmen Huidobro, a skilled software developer and speaker, shares her wisdom on React dependency management. She discusses the emotional challenges developers face when updating dependencies and offers strategies for maintaining a stable codebase. Carmen highlights the significance of understanding package managers and the role of community tools in simplifying the process. Practical tips for navigating legacy projects and the value of robust testing during upgrades round out the conversation, making her insights invaluable for any developer!

Carmen Huidobro, a seasoned Developer Educator at Directus from Chile, shares her journey in tech and the critical role of documentation in software development. She emphasizes adapting tools to support developers effectively while discussing her upcoming talk at React Summit US. Carmen explores how AI tools can enhance coding and documentation practices, balancing tech innovations with essential human skills. Expect insights on navigating the changing tech landscape and the importance of community engagement in the documentation process.