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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 👏

@paul_freeman discusses their experience of building a Chrome extension called "Font Tester" that allows users to preview Google fonts directly on any webpage. The post highlights the challenges of font selection, the decision-making process during development, and the use of tools like Shadow DOM to maintain style consistency.


@integerman shares his journey of pursuing a Master's degree in data analytics to advance his career in AI and machine learning. He explains the motivations behind his decision, the value of formal education in data science, and the personal and professional impacts of his academic achievements.


@winstonpuckett provides a detailed account of how they landed their dream job at AWS. They offer practical advice on preparing for technical interviews, mastering Amazon's Leadership Principles, and navigating the complexities of the hiring process.


@jorgetovar reflects on their preference for the Clojure programming language despite its niche status.


@punkpeye explores how OpenAI's capabilities can assist developers in unminifying and understanding complex, minified code. They share their surprise at the AI's ability to interpret and recreate code, showcasing a practical use case for AI in software development.


@dfarrell lays out the harsh realities of starting an open-source devtool startup. From dealing with constant rejection to maintaining personal belief, this candid post offers a raw look at the challenges of entrepreneurship and the resilience required to succeed.


@manonbox delves into the hidden costs of using popular frontend frameworks like React and Vue. They discuss the trade-offs between developer convenience and long-term maintenance, encouraging developers to consider simpler alternatives for building web applications.


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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Daniel Farrell

Thanks @ben ! Really appreciate the shout-out!

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Matt Eland

Oh neat. Thanks for featuring me.

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Winston Puckett

So honored to be featured here 🥹

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Oli

Holy cow, thanks for the shout out!

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RichardWatson

Kudos to everyone who contributed these outstanding articles—your expertise and insights are greatly appreciated! 99exch login

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