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Top 7 Featured DEV Posts of the Week

Every Monday, we curate the top-performing posts from the previous week, taking into account factors like traffic and engagement, plus a touch of editorial curation. Our weekly roundup occurs on Fridays; and while our standard week starts on Saturday and ends on Friday, rest assured we also consider posts published later in the day and over the weekend.)

Let's check out the Top 7!


Discover how @llxd explores the role of open-source contributions in helping individuals break free from the Skill Paradox, presenting actionable steps to kickstart your journey in the open-source community to acquire valuable job-related skills.


With just 2KB of JavaScript code, @uuuuuulala walks us through how to create a super satisfying, swirling cursor animation in just a handful of steps.


@wraith shares insights derived from their dual roles as a job seeker and a hiring manager, delving into patterns that define both successful and challenging job interviews, with a strong emphasis on the pivotal role of open communication, inquisitiveness, and constructive feedback in interview triumphs.


Embark on a journey outlined by @nevodavid, encompassing five pivotal steps that empower you to cultivate authority not only for your open-source repository but also for yourself. Discover the significance of personal branding, transparency, and active community engagement as the cornerstones of trust and recognition within the tech industry.


@ingosteinke thoughtfully analyzes StackOverflow, the go-to Q&A resource for devs, expressing their opinion on the site’s pros and cons while pointing to potential alternatives.


@acamikuro shares an inspiring narrative of their one-month journey, from a coding novice to a solid foundation in programming. Gain insights into their exploration of topics spanning open source, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git, GitHub, Linux, and the HTTP protocol, fueled by an unwavering motivation to continue learning and the prospect of transitioning into the tech realm.


@argonauta delves into the intricate realm of computer science's "coupling" concept and offers a masterclass on the art of effectively decoupling React components using hook composition, empowering you to craft code that boasts exceptional reusability and maintainability.


And that's a wrap for our fantastic Top 7 picks this week! Stay tuned to dev.to for a daily dose of riveting content and lively discussions. And who knows, in the future, you could find yourself right here in the spotlight!

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Lucas Lima do Nascimento

Really glad to appear on this list! Congratulations to all authors!

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Riccardo Tartaglia

Thank you for the mentions!🙏
Congratulations to all authors 🔥

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Rachel Fazio

Wooohoooo

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Kudzai Murimi

Thanks, team for sharing, all the articles were absolutely helpful, keep the fire burning, and sharing more with the community.

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