Misunderstanding a concept should not lead to labeling it as bad. Lack of understanding may result in negative perceptions but does not indicate the actual quality of the concept. It is essential for developers to seek help and strive to understand new concepts to foster professional growth.
Today, Scott and Wes dive into the 11 habits of effective web developers, from understanding stakeholder goals to maintaining a work-life balance. We’ll explore the importance of continuous learning, having a problem-solver mentality, and being empathetic towards coworkers and users—let’s get into it!
Show Notes
- 00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
- 00:50 Brought to you by Sentry.io.
- 01:24 Denver weather is something else.
- 02:15 Habit #1: You understand stakeholder and business goals.
- 05:34 Habit #2: You’re curious and always learning.
- 07:43 Habit #3: You have an open mind about new technology.
- 11:29 Habit #4: You ask for help.
- 13:43 Habit #5: You help others.
- 16:51 Chicken drumsticks.
- 17:35 Habit #6: You have a “problem solver” mentality.
- 26:02 Habit #7: You have fun with what you do.
- 29:56 Habit #8: You understand work-life balance.
- 33:18 Habit #9: You are empathetic to your co-workers and users.
- 37:19 Habit #10: You pay attention to detail.
- 41:18 Habit #11: You’re part of the community.
- 45:55 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs.
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