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Top 7 Featured DEV Posts of the Week

Let's dive into the top articles that sparked conversations last week. Explore a spectrum of topics, from coding efficiency to Linux Shell Scripting and insightful guides on becoming a "10x Developer."

But that's not all – let’s give a warm welcome to FIVE new contributors joining our Top 7 author lineup. Get ready to immerse yourself in these fantastic reads, all courtesy of the vibrant dev.to community!



Join @kinginit on a coding adventure. Discover game-changing tips, from smart copy-pasting to powerful automation tools, as you unlock the secrets to turbocharging your productivity in Visual Studio Code

@isaacdlyman invites you to discover their tech metamorphosis in this insightful journey through top home software upgrades. Navigate the transition from Chrome to Firefox, bid adieu to Google Authenticator with OTP Auth, and embrace the open-source allure of Mastodon and Obsidian.

Join @idboussadel on a coding adventure where the quest for becoming a "10x Developer" is demystified. This guide navigates through some potential tips to improve speed while coding, including keyboard shortcut mastery, efficient use of AI tools, and the magic of extensions.

Ever try to transition from height: 0 to auto in CSS only to find out that it doesn’t work? @francescovetere has just the solution for you — it involves CSS Grid and works like a charm!

@arbythecoder walks us through various advanced scripting techniques for Linux Shell. These helpful techniques open doors to new possibilities in automation, performance optimization, and security enhancement within a DevOps environment.

@tbroyer's article provides an insightful journey into teaching Git by sharing their approach, inspired by existing resources like the Pro Git book and prompted by observing common pitfalls users face. They intricately detail Git's fundamental concepts, committing snapshots, commit structures, branches, and more, aiming not to teach Git directly but to offer a helpful teaching method for others.

From understanding the review's purpose to fostering a culture of constructive feedback, @pachicodes shares gems to enhance code quality and team dynamics. Gear up to revolutionize your review process and nurture a positive coding environment.

And there you have it – our Top 7 picks for the week! But the excitement doesn't stop here. If you're hungry for more captivating content and engaging discussions, stay plugged into the vibrant dev.to community. Your time to shine might be just around the corner!

Wondering where to catch more of these fantastic articles, discussions, and updates? Well, you're in luck! This week's top articles will also take the spotlight in our weekly DEV Community newsletter, hitting your inbox every Tuesday. Don't miss out on the best discussions – ensure you’re opted in! 🚀📩

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Erin A Olinick • Edited

Hats off to our crew of brand new Top 7 authors: @kinginit, @idboussadel, @francescovetere, @arbythecoder, and @tbroyer! And let's give a round of applause to our seasoned champs @isaacdlyman and @pachicodes. Thank you to all. Your remarkable contributions shine bright on DEV and add a touch of brilliance to our community! 🌟👏

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Pachi 🥑

Thank you 💖💖💖

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Arbythecoder

Thank you so much 🙏

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Francesco Vetere

Thank you so much! ☺️

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Thomas King

Much appreciated! Thanks!

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Erin A Olinick

Hello! My Community Teammates and I would like to join the conversation in the comments to express our gratitude to those who shared incredibly valuable insights about the "How to Become a 10x Dev" article. We hear your concerns about the title and the potential harm it may cause by perpetuating ideas that could lead to burnout. Burnout is a significant issue in our industry, and we want to assure you that promoting overwork is not our intention.

We acknowledge that while the article aimed to highlight productivity tips and tools, the title and some content may have inadvertently conveyed a different message. Our goal in selecting this piece was to spark a discussion about efficiency and productivity in a healthy way. We believe in discussing ways to work smarter and optimize workflows, but we also recognize the equal importance of promoting a healthy work-life balance.

The diverse perspectives shared in the comments are instrumental in creating a well-rounded dialogue within our community. We genuinely appreciate your feedback, take your concerns to heart, and are committed to continuously improving our content selection process. Moving forward, we will be thoughtful about providing clearer context on why certain articles are chosen, and our emphasis will continue to be on promoting discussions that encourage a positive and supportive community.

Your feedback is absolutely invaluable to us, and we always welcome discussion on how we can collectively foster a culture that values both productivity and well-being. Thank you so much for being part of the DEV Community! 🙏🌍

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J3ffJessie

Could do without the 10X developer article that is a click bait title and mainly links to extensions. These types of articles and the suggestions are usually harmful to junior developers.

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Mike Stemle

I also object to the inclusion of 10x developer post. It’s not OK to continue spreading ideas that actively promote burnout, even if the post was more about ide plugins.

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Henrietta Okechukwu O (Hariet)

Congratulations to them 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Super proud of you guys.

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Gary

Woot! Good job all!

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T Kumagai

Thank you so much👏