One of the reasons I've been so drawn to DEV.to over other platforms is the super encouraging and helpful community that gathers here. Initially I felt like it was going to be more a place where I sat back and watched, rather than write and contribute, but I've been so pleased to find not only helpful articles and tutorials that I understand, but also that input from new coders and devs is well-received.
I thought it would be nice to compile some of the best posts every week for those of us who still identify as #codenewbies!
Article No Longer Available
What are design systems and why is everyone talking about them suddenly? A few months ago Pete Buttgeig's presidential campaign got a lot of press for their "groundbreaking" design system, ignoring the fact that Hillary Clinton's team led by Mina Markham had put together a comprehensive library in 2016. This week, Emma starts a series in what they are, why they're so handy, and how to create one!
Andy has been on the job hunt recently, and a friend offered to mock interview him. He's nice enough to share some of his thoughts on the process while walking through some Javascript concepts!
10 questions you should ask during technical interviews
Yaser Adel Mehraban ・ Jul 17 '19
Don't forget that when interviewing, you're not the only one trying to show off your skills. Be sure to ask questions to make sure the company is a good fit for you - this list of ten questions are a great resource (and don't forget to leave your other "need to know"s in the comments!)
I've been playing around with grid quite a lot lately, so I appreciate seeing #showdev posts and tutorials with other unique ways to create projects and layouts.
Article No Longer Available
Frameworks can be a great help on most projects - but are they really necessary? There's some great discussion and a lot to learn in the comments on Michael's post!
All you need to know about python virtual environments
Gajesh ・ Jul 17 '19
Gajesh's in-depth tutorial for beginners on how to set up Python virtual environments is excellent. Well-written and easy to understand!
Article No Longer Available
I just really liked this post and its comments section - there's a pile of useful websites and tools here!
Article No Longer Available
Freelance jobs are great for newbies because they give you a chance to build your profile while making some money. Adam shares some great things to keep in mind, like a frequently updated portfolio site and selecting a niche target audience.
Do you want to be a Top Developer? You Must Build Things! - 7 Apps to Build
Carlos Caballero ・ Jul 18 '19
Looking for some projects to expand that portfolio? I frequently bookmark idea lists like this so next time I have "builder's block," there's some easy inspiration at hand.
Top comments (2)
Thanks to your weekly post, my "pending reads" bookmark folder is exploding.
However, can't stop following you. what an ambivalence. Thank you for the post❣️
Hi Desi,
Thanks for including my post.
Regards!