Hey fellow devs! I'm reaching out to you experienced web developers for some guidance. I'm primarily a Python developer with experience in frameworks like Django and Flask. I've had a few interviews with small companies, but they mainly focused on basic knowledge of the stack and gave me take-home assessments. I'm curious about what specific skills or practices I should focus on to confidently transition into a mid-level or even a senior-level developer role. Also, I've been wondering about the importance of tools like Docker and CI/CD pipelines in this journey. Any advice or clear pathways to follow would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
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To level up, you'll want to put in the hours! Start by studying design patterns since they can really help you structure your code better. Make sure to use linters and code quality tools like Mypy and Ruff—run them often and fix any errors you find. Also, write tests while you develop, especially for functions that are tricky or you’re unsure about. Stay disciplined and keep at it!
Honestly, I wouldn't stress too much about linters and tools. I'd recommend branching out and not just calling yourself a 'Python developer.' There’s so much more to explore in the field!