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I’m discussing tech, while you’re discussing anthropology. Should people use an inferior tool to achieve a higher social status/paycheck? I don't know, that's y

I’m discussing tech, while you’re discussing anthropology. Should people use an inferior tool to achieve a higher social status/paycheck? I don't know, that's your opinion. Do I recommend someone learn React to develop a web app nowadays? No, it's not worth it. I'm not preaching to you, but to the juniors reading the thread. React contributes significantly to current JavaScript fatigue, and supporting it so juniors can get a job isn't in my or their best interest.

afavour 2y ago
> I’m discussing tech, while you’re discussing anthropology I’m discussing career advice. Something junior developers look to senior developers for. If your advice to your juniors results in them having fewer employment opportunities then you’re not doing a good job as a mentor. > Do I recommend someone learn React to develop a web app nowadays? No, it's not worth it. In what way is it not worth it? The majority of front end dev is done in React. Of course it’s worth it, even if it’s shitty.
- thoughtpalette 2y ago
  FWIW I agree with you. I think in the Last "State of JS" and/or StackOverflow surveys, React usage was still like 88%+ for front end devs/engineers. You'd be putting yourself at a disadvantage in the field (employment wise) not learning at least some basics. Especially if you're just trying to get your foot in the door. It's already hard to 'break in' but even harder in this hiring climate.