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Discussion on: As a software engineer, how quickly do you get left behind if you don’t constantly update your skills?

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Ben Overmyer

You're assuming that technology is the only thing changing. There might be new approaches using existing technology. You need to keep on top of that, too.

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Jared Niervas

I agree, What a better way than to connect with peers — seniors in the industry they kinda challenge you get out of your comfort zone. Do you have any recommended communities? I'm currently on community.lohika.com/home/events

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Ben Overmyer

Communities? Not really. I just pay attention to Hacker News and various subreddits.

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Jared Niervas

Thanks, really helpful.

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