Devs [ 2026 ]

Aim to spend 40% of your time on core development, 20% on continuous learning, and 40% on collaboration and communication.

A Simple Guide to Being a Software Developer | by Dan Harris Aim to spend 40% of your time on

This guide for developers ("Devs") covers the essential pillars of modern software engineering, from the technical fundamentals to the professional practices that separate juniors from seniors. 1. The Core Developer Mindset 20% on continuous learning

Languages change, but concepts like Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Programming (FP), and data structures are universal. but concepts like Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Start with an end goal (e.g., a "North Star Project" like a full-stack app) and break down the specific skills needed to build it. 2. Essential Technical Toolkit