Hey everyone! I'm a junior fullstack developer working mainly on backend development and I've got about six months of experience. As I prepare for an upcoming web development interview, I'm curious about what key concepts I should be familiar with. I feel pretty confident with backend topics, but I'm a bit lost when it comes to frontend stuff. I'm looking for insights on important topics and challenges that are often seen in real-world engineering, especially those that aren't typically covered in courses or online resources. For instance, I know terms like message queues and web vitals, but I haven't had hands-on experience with them. I'd love to know what practical knowledge would help me succeed in this interview and in a production environment!
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It's good to get a sense of what really matters in production work! While you might not find anything strictly technical that's missing from courses, you're likely to encounter non-coding aspects like version control and problem-solving strategies during your career. For a full-stack role, key topics to touch on include REST APIs, server-side rendering, and frameworks such as React or Angular. Getting a handle on async operations, basic array functions, and a bit about the DOM can also be super helpful. Try to see if you can get a clearer picture of the tech stack they use so you can focus your studies more effectively.
That makes a lot of sense! I'm also curious about how much they’ll ask specific technical details versus general engineering mindset. Thanks for the tips!