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Developer Career Masterplan
Developer Career Masterplan

Developer Career Masterplan: Build your path to senior level and beyond with practical insights from industry experts

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Developer Career Masterplan

Part 1 The Basics: Learn and Practice the Technical Skills

Career growth in the world of technology involves being great at a technical level. Although the technical side is not everything, and sometimes not even the thing that will get your career growing, it is needed to be part of the game. Part 1 will help you go deep into the technical side, and get you ready to advance your career faster and farther.

This part has the following chapters:

  • Chapter 1, The Secret to Learning about Technology Fast and Continuously
  • Chapter 2, Choose Your Best Path for Learning, Training, and Certifications
  • Chapter 3, Optimize Your Support Network for Growth
  • Chapter 4, Acquire the Right Skills Deliberately
  • Chapter 5, Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone
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  • Develop the right skills to advance your career with comprehensive skill development
  • Explore practical examples and case studies for real-world career guidance
  • Understand the importance of networking and community engagement for professional growth
  • Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

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Written by industry experts that have spent the last 20+ years helping developers grow their careers, this book offers invaluable insights and guidance tailored to the specific needs of technical professionals. By discovering the secret of continuous learning and adapting in the ever-evolving field of software development, you’ll explore various learning paths with formal and informal methods, as well as gain an understanding of the value of certifications to validate your skills. This book will teach you the significance of building a strong support network, holding crucial conversations, and taking ownership of your career growth. You'll delve into acquiring both soft and hard skills, becoming a well-rounded and sought-after developer. Packed with practical examples, stories of successful developers, and real-world applications, the chapters will equip you with actionable advice on how to push beyond your comfort zone and embracing communities to enhance your teamwork abilities. Additionally, you’ll uncover the benefits of joining open-source projects, speaking at conferences, and building a personal brand to amplify your visibility and reputation. By the end of this book, you'll have a well-laid-out long-term and short-term plan for your career progression, equipping you with advanced technical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to effectively manage relationships within your organization.

What you will learn

Explore skills needed to grow your career Participate in community and mentorship programs Build your technical knowledge for growth Discover how to network and use social media Understand the impact of public speaking Identify the critical conversations to advance your career Participate in non-technical activities to enhance your career

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Publication date : Sep 15, 2023
Length 310 pages
Edition : 1st Edition
Language : English
ISBN-13 : 9781801818704
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Publication date : Sep 15, 2023
Length 310 pages
Edition : 1st Edition
Language : English
ISBN-13 : 9781801818704
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Table of Contents

21 Chapters
Preface Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
1. Part 1 The Basics: Learn and Practice the Technical Skills Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
2. Chapter 1: The Secret to Learning about Technology Quickly and Continuously Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
3. Chapter 2: Choose Your Best Path for Learning, Training, and Certifications Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
4. Chapter 3: Optimize Your Support Network for Growth Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
5. Chapter 4: Acquire the Right Skills Deliberately Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
6. Chapter 5: Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
7. Part 2 Get Involved: Participate in the Community Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
8. Chapter 6: Become a Team Player by Embracing Communities Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
9. Chapter 7: Focus Your Growth by Giving and Receiving Mentoring Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
10. Chapter 8: Be Part of a Larger Group – Meeting People at User Groups and Meetups Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
11. Chapter 9: Grow Your Network through Social Media Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
12. Chapter 10: Build Lasting Relationships Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
13. Part 3 Create Impact: Share and Lead Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
14. Chapter 11: Build Trust and Solve Problems with Open Source Projects Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
15. Chapter 12: Scaling Trust through Public Engagement: Speaking and Blogs Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
16. Chapter 13: Be a Leader: Manage Up, Down, and Across Your Organization Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
17. Chapter 14: Stepping Up Your Technology Game – Defining Technology Instead of Merely Using It Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
18. Chapter 15: Build Your Personal Brand and Become a Trusted Advisor Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
19. Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
20. Other Books You May Enjoy Chevron down icon Chevron up icon

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One of the best books that you'll ever see about growing in a developer career. really enjoyed every chapter.
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