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As a frequent mentor of junior developers, having been one myself and managed dozens in my career, the answer is COMMUNICATION. Technical skills will come natu
by binarymax 10y ago
As a frequent mentor of junior developers, having been one myself and managed dozens in my career, the answer is COMMUNICATION.
Technical skills will come naturally over time. But to improve your technical career, you will be working with people who are not technical. Learn how to describe technical changes and aspects in layperson terms. Practice presentation and documentation skills (perhaps even join a group like Toastmasters to improve). Learn to triage issues and set expectations through email and discussion in a rational and calm manner.
- spcelzrd 10y agoAlso, learn to write clear and correct sentences in your primary language. You will communicate better and you will be perceived as more intelligent.