Discussion on: How do you reward junior devs that are kicking ass?

[Ben Halpern]

• Acknowledge that they are hitting all the checkmarks—even if describing them is vague.
• Ask about what's still stressing them out and ensure that is normal.

[Jose Gonzalez]

I like that second point.

Sometimes we need re-assurance, especially at the beginning of any journey.

Negative thoughts can take over:

• (Self doubt) Am I cut out to be a developer?
• (Lack of feedback) What am I doing right?
• (Self-criticism) Am I stupid for not solving that bug really fast?
• (Comparison) Why can I get it as fast as my co-worker?
• (Fear)I can't ask that question, I'll look dumb and my peers might tell less