I've been getting into iOS development recently and have completed some learning tracks on Exercism, along with solving a few coding exercises. When I was learning React Native, I didn't give much ...

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I've been getting into iOS development recently and have completed some learning tracks on Exercism, along with solving a few coding exercises. When I was learning React Native, I didn't give much attention to the core concepts of JavaScript, the basics, and DSA. This oversight is causing me some issues now, and I don't want to make the same mistake with Swift.

I'm focusing on mastering Swift concepts and improving my logical thinking and DSA skills. I'm also curious about the future opportunities with Swift beyond just iOS development.

Anyone have any advice or resources on how to effectively learn Swift and DSA? Also, what are the broader career prospects for someone skilled in Swift?
Thanks a lot!

Advice on Future prospects and learning.

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Hey folks , 
I've been in software was almost 5 years with 4 years experience in React Native (was a lead react native dev in previous job) , around 10 months native Android (Java). I've also worked on the backend (mostly nodejs, postgres stuff, integrating with payment gateways, queues - worked as a fullstack dev in fintech mostly in the FASTag space for a big private sector bank)  with basic exposure to AWS (ec2 , Lambada etc) 
I am now done with JS and have taken a career break to explore new technologies , get better at DSA and become a better programmer. I am thinking of learning Swift for iOS as I love working on mobile apps and also started learning golang as I always wanted to learn a more versatile programming language that allows me to do low level stuff and seems like golang is a good stepping stone in that direction. 

Coming to the point and the main question:
Does changing stacks eg from react native to Swift for iOS or starting as Golang dev lead to a decrease in salary? Keeping in mind I don't have prior experience in golang at all . But I am guessing if I had to switch to native iOS in Swift there wouldn't be much of a salary drop?

Also I would appreciate if you'll had any tips for navigating salary negotiation in such a case . Should I settle for a lower salary and build my experience? Or demand a higher salary then my previous job ?

Does stack/career change lead to decrease in salary?

Software Engineer

I don't know c/c++ or even java . Basically any such language which deals with pointers and all. I practice dsa in Javascript. Have worked on mern till now and want to aim for faang level companies.I even planntonlearm golang next. 
I want to ask if shall I learn c c++ etc or continue on my path.

DSA and software engineering without c/c++

👋 Hey everyone! I'm a mobile developer with 2.5 years of experience in React Native and Flutter. I'm thinking about making a change and getting back into DSA (Data Structures and Algorithms). Any tips on where to start? Also, how long might it take to get interview-ready if I dedicate 1-2 hours daily and 4-6 hours on weekends? I've been applying for jobs but haven't heard back, any advice? Feeling a bit stuck in my current role and looking for a fresh start. Appreciate your thoughts! 🔄📱 #CareerChange #HelpNeeded

Seeking Career Change! 🔄📱

I have 2 years of experience with Javascript. I work mostly with UI's but I'm also very comfortable with Node js. I'm not looking to switch jobs. For now I want to learn DSA basically to become a better developer and a problem solver. Any approaches on how do i start? Do i need a statically typed language for better understanding?

I'm a Frontend Dev who wants to learn DSA

I am a Golang Developer, with around 3yr of experience. Previously, in college, I have practiced DSA in C++. Also, I knew some Java which I used while learning OOPS(LLD) in college.

Now since I am considering to switch, I need to revise and practice DSA again.

For the last 3 years I have not touched C++ or Java and I love working in Golang. But, now I am in a dilemma.

Question: Should I try to relearn the syntaxes of C++ for DSA? 

Question: For LLD, since Golang does not support “pure” object oriented programming, should I try to practice those in Java? 

Question: Will it be worth the effort to relearn the syntaxes for the languages I did not use for a long while, for interview preparations?

Interview advice needed: DSA & LLD

"Hello everyone! 
I'm looking for a mentor who can guide me in my journey to learn Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA). My goal is to land a job at a product-based company, and I believe having a strong foundation in DSA is crucial for success.

If you're experienced in DSA and have knowledge of the industry, I would love to learn from you. Please DM me or message here in comments if you're willing to mentor me and help me achieve my goals.

Specifically, I'm looking for guidance on:

- Creating a study plan for DSA
- Practicing problems and reviewing concepts
- Preparing for technical interviews
- Learning about the industry and product-based companies

Thank you in advance for your time and consideration! I'm excited to learn and grow with your guidance."

Can someone be my mentor?

Qualifications: BTech IT from tier-3 college, Pass Out in 2021, CGPA 7

Skills: Python + DSA (Intermediate), HTML, CSS, JS (Intermediate).

In 2021 I was preparing for government job and was really passionate about govt services but I failed in CDS II 2021 and lose all of my focus and my parents want me to get a job in related field so in January 2022 I started looking for job in IT but I was not good at anything and so I thought I wasn't job ready and start learning to Python and DSA and Web Development but in meantime I procrastinated and wasted so much of my time I was demotivated with zero focus and after months I am still not good at anything I don't have anything to show on my resume no projects, no experience nothing.

I have wasted more than a year just thinking what should I do and got nowhere. Lately I started to learn web dev from theodinproject.com and have completed foundations. Tbh i wasted time during this learning phase also and manage to complete this in a month. And after that I started to learn reactjs (haven't completed it yet)

And now I am really desperate for a job. What should I do to get a job with minimum preparation like give 1 months and get a job? I am not looking for something specific. I don't have any goals. ATM I have no idea what I am passionate about.

I'm 24 and unemployed and How can I turn my life around? All those years in school and college I never worked hard enough but now I regret it. I want to work hard now but have been procrastinating a lot. I need guidance on how to get a job and what to learn further to get a job. 

I would really appreciate it if you guys can guide me.

What should I do to turn my life around?

Frontend Engineer

I (27, Mumbai, India) switched from non-tech background ( commerce) 2 years ago , and started with learning  frontend development and grinded very hard despite all odds. And i recently joined (March to be precise) as a React JS web developer. We are a team of all freshers except for the TL of course. Before getting the job,  I only focused on the web development part and never learned DSA except for solving codewars sometimes. Now, in my non office hours, I try learning DSA and solving codewars/neetcode problems which takes all that time and I am also reading a book on javascript. But sometimes I get into a dilemma, like it happened today, where I wonder if I am correct to learn DSA and improve logic building and dive deep into javascript, OR should I instead invest my non office hours in diving deep into React JS and also improving my CSS skills (where I suck a lil). I really get into this dillema somedays and end up getting anxious. Please tell me what you think. It would be very helpful, and I would be grateful.  Thank you.

Am I doing the right thing? What should I more focus on?

Title. I am interested in devops and cloud.I am learning it everyday and I am enjoying it whereas I have tried web dev and DSA and I am not finding it interesting. Any of you who are experienced please guide me.

Should I focus on core software engineering skills such as  DSA ,web dev or app dev or should I focus on devops and cloud as a fresher?

Hey everyone,

I'm a React Native developer with 2 years of experience based in Surat, Gujarat. I recently completed my 2 years at my current job, but the appraisal discussion hasn't come up even after 15 days.

I've been learning iOS development alongside my job since it's something I've always wanted to do. I’ve covered the basics of Swift and started with SwiftUI, but I’m not yet ready to take on an iOS developer role – I still need more learning and practice.

I'm at a crossroads now. If I start looking for a new job, should I stick with React Native or switch to iOS? I initially learned React Native to get into mobile development because there were fewer resources for iOS. Now, I want to leave React Native behind, but I’m worried that switching might stop me from learning iOS.

Has anyone been in a similar situation? What did you do? Any advice would be really appreciated!

Advice needed

I am a front end developer with a workex of 2.5 years. I am planning for a switch. I am not good at DSA. I have heard that to get a job at a big company you need to have a strong hold on DSA. What are some of the best resources to start DSA prep?

Best sources for DSA

I have upcomming interview in Gojek in IOS domain. If by chance they ask me DSA problems can I code in C++? ,  I am good with Swift but I think I will mess up without compiler suggestions and autocorrect. I am good with c++ as well and I won't need any autocorrect and suggestions in c++. If you are interviewer would you mind me using c++. Given i will make you understand the solution and also would like to explain how it would have been implemented in swift as well. Or should I ask them googling some swift syntax. I know how it should be implemented but sometimes I mess up in function parameters

Need suggestions

I am actually a nodejs developer 2 yoe . I feel that Javascript is not sort of ideal language to learn and practices dsa and competitive programming. 
Except Javascript, I am not good in any pgm language. 
Can anyone guide me which language I shall choose... My thoughts are like

1. C++ :- most preferred language for dsa and cp but has almost no application in majority of Indian IT industry. Learning c++ would mean learning it only for dsa and no other application. 

2. Python :-  Has good application in industry but not sure about anything else. Heard that there are complex data structures pre built so not an idea choice.

3.Java :- Very much becoming sort of legacy language, too many fremworks etc and not to mention I scored 40% in java in my college so totally abhoring it. 

Please guys, give me suggestions and help me.. I have around 8 months to learn language and practice dsa, cp and all

DSA guide for exp nodejs dev

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I joined infosys in oct - 2022 and now it’s been 1.8 months. My tech stack is MEAN stack but I was on bench through the year, recently got into a project but for only 4 months. I developed and learned by my own and gained a better knowledge on angular.
Now the situation my company has made for me that I need to switch asap, within a month or two.

Can anyone suggest me how to prep specifically so that I get offers from other company.

My DSA skills are gone and feel like I need to learn again from basics.
I have knowledge about angular.

Can anyone suggest me how much DSA I should learn and focus right now to clear interviews.
I’m planning to get a grasp over python and start doing DSA questions in that plus polishing my angular skills too. 
I have basic knowledge of node.js MongoDb too.

Will I’ll be able to switch within this time frame?

Please can anyone guide me through it so that I can plan smartly and can switch.

Your help will be really appreciated.

How to prep for switch?

Hey everyone, If a mid-level Android developer is considering learning a new skill, should they choose iOS/multi-platform or backend development? Which would be better in terms of future opportunities?

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Hi guys, I have been into development for almost 5+ yrs but had never been into DSA Preparation. As after such time I have been trying to learn DSa thoroughly but the topics seems very difficult some time or I forgot things had to visit again and again. These things making it very difficult to maintain consistency and regularity in learning. At times it feels to leave the thought of applying at faang. Have any solutions or similar issues?.

Its been difficult to stay on track for DSA!!

Android Engineer

Hey guys, just need your advice I have been 5 years of experience at startups and have open source contributions too and now I want to switch to some good product based companies including FAANG with some good WLB.

I am well versed with topics but I am not very sincere with doing DSA and leetcode regularly. I haven’t practiced daily and now I am looking to do it, but I lack motivation and get frustrated easily.

I am thinking to do a DSA course on weekends, will that be good? Any advice is recommended.

PS: The switch is for WLB

Advice Needed For DSA Course

I am a full stack developer with 2.5 years of experience currently working at a global MNV. My current skill set includes java, angular, spring boot framework. 

I am planning for a switch. I read on the internet that to crack a MAANG or some company of that level you need to have a good understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms(DSA).

How to start with DSA preparation. I see there are a lot of resources. I feel overwhelmed by seeing all of them. 
Are there any good structured courses which teach DSA.

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