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Top 7 Featured DEV Posts of the Week

Welcome to this week's Top 7, where the DEV editorial team handpicks their favorite posts from the previous week.

Congrats to all the authors that made it onto the list 👏

@hellonehha dives into the recent changes in the React Native architecture, breaking down what this update means for developers. This post provides a deep dive into the new architecture’s impact on performance, flexibility, and modularization, helping both beginners and experienced devs understand what’s next for React Native.


@ingosteinke asks an intriguing question: should web designers prioritize learning JavaScript or CSS? This article delves into the value of each skill and emphasizes the importance of mastering HTML and CSS for designers. It provides insightful guidance for anyone building or refreshing their design and front-end skills.


@dhanush9952 offers a comprehensive guide to functional programming, perfect for developers looking to adopt or strengthen their functional programming skills. Through clear examples and practical tips, this post explains key concepts like first-class functions and recursion, showing how functional programming can lead to cleaner, more maintainable code.


@jagroop2001 uncovers a surprising behavior in JavaScript’s parseInt function. This post explains why parseInt(0.0000005) returns 5, shedding light on how parseInt converts numbers to strings and processes scientific notation. It's a fascinating read for developers looking to understand JavaScript's quirks.


@perssondennis shares three guiding principles for tackling common organizational challenges. By drawing parallels between programming principles like the Single Responsibility Principle and organizational roles, this article offers actionable steps to help individuals navigate complex work environments and drive meaningful change.


@bekahhw reflects on five years in tech, sharing key lessons learned along the way. This personal and insightful post is packed with advice for newcomers and veterans alike, covering everything from embracing change to the importance of building relationships and resilience in the tech industry.


@mohiyaddeen7 bridges the gap between theory and practice in linear regression, a fundamental concept in data science and machine learning. This post walks readers through the basics of linear regression, covering supervised learning, cost functions, feature scaling, and gradient descent, making it a must-read for aspiring data scientists.


And that's a wrap for this week's Top 7 roundup! 🎬 We hope you enjoyed this eclectic mix of insights, stories, and tips from our talented authors. Keep coding, keep learning, and stay tuned to DEV for more captivating content, and make sure you’re opted in to our Weekly Newsletter 📩 for all the best articles, discussions, and updates.

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Ben Halpern
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BekahHW

Thanks so much!

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Dhanush

Thank you @ben 😃

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Jagroop Singh

Thanks @ben 🌟

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Dennis Persson

Thanks :) I like that you bring up a variety of articles in these weekly posts 😃

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mohiyaddeen7

Thank you so much, means a lot.💫

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Neha Sharma • Edited

thank you. This is my 2nd blog of this year to be featured in top 7

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mohiyaddeen7

I'm so grateful to @thepracticaldev for including my post in this week's Top 7 roundup! It's exciting to see my work alongside such amazing content from other talented devs. A big thanks to the DEV community for all the support and encouragement!💫

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Dhanush

Thanks for featuring my post in this week's Top 7 roundup.✨ I'm thrilled to be included alongside such great content and appreciate the recognition from the DEV editorial team.