How to get experience as a software engineer
Read OriginalThis article argues that true software engineering experience is gained by actively seeking out and solving a wide variety of technical problems, not just by accumulating years on the job. The author provides practical advice on where to find these problems, such as within your company's codebase, in open-source projects, and by becoming a domain expert to attract challenging questions.
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