Obviously you can explore the backend and become a full stack dev in future

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When I saw Twitter and LinkedIn most of people titles shows fullstack developer and here I am afraid of calling my self a frontend enginner, because there is so much to learn in each domain itself....

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When I saw Twitter and LinkedIn most of people titles shows fullstack developer and here I am afraid of calling my self a frontend enginner, because there is so much to learn in each domain itself.

Currently, I am working as a Frontend Developer in my current company and each day I am learning something new in Frontend. 

My question is that, should I continue exploring Frontend in my initial years and gradually explore other domains like backend or devops.

Because, I stunned by looking at the Job description of the companies that are hiring even for entry level jobs.

I wanted to your thoughts on this, What you do in your company and how you all improve the domain you are working on.

You can also share any useful resources too. Thanks

How to become a better software engineer?

Frontend Engineer

How to become a better software engineer?- Grapevine

As a fresher in an IT company working as a backend developer, I am really confused with how to proceed ahead for growth in my career. 
I have two options : 

1.Learn Frontend and be Full stack dev
2. Move to devops 

I need advice which would be more feasible and why. Keeping interests aside as of now since I would be new to both domains.

Any new ideas or domains are also welcomed!

Career Advice Needed.

Software Engineer

Career Advice Needed

I am frontend developer with 5 years exp, no of jobs are generally high for full stack developers in platforms than only frontend developers. 

I was thinking going deep in frontend and learning more helps before.but current job market is changing my views.

Can u plz help to clear my confusion on next steps in career!?

Should I be in frontend or move to full stack?

I am SDE (fronted) at a YC backed startup so my qyestion is what should I learn from now (cosider I am above avergae frontend dev with 1yoe) should I only focus on fronted and master it or learn backend or devops which is best option?

Hello everyone,
Currently working as a single frontend developer in an startup. Joined just after graduation.
I want to grow in carrier, and want to learn more about frontend.
But I feel lost, not sure what all things I need to learn to become more good, SDE-2 level.
Also I am looking for a switch.

YOE - 2

What else to become pro frontend

Currently I am doing an SLI in the frontend team ( React ) at a good company, So for the full time roles after college should I stay in frontend or look for backend opportunities ? What is better for the future ? 

P.S. I have worked on full stack projects in the college and enjoy both frontend and backend equally.

Frontend vs Backend

I have 1.5 YoE as a frontend developer in an early stage startup. 

I need help with deciding where do I go from here? Do I deep dive into frontend? Do I try to move to full stack?

Things to consider:
- I am from a non CS background
- frontend in India seems to be a bit saturated, especially for entry/mid level roles.

I'd appreciate your advice, thanks :)

Planning my career as a frontend developer

I joined industry as a front-end engineer back in April, 2022 and now i am feeling like expanding my horizon of skills and start doing backend. Also, I am hearing it from people that there is not much growth in FE in terms of compensation. So, curious to know the views of people here and would be great if someone can guide through. 
Thanks in advance

Transition from Front-end to Back-end role

I have 3 YOE and have been working exclusively with React, Typescript and NextJS throughout my career.

Wanted to know how and what resources I can use to upskill myself with more in-depth knowledge in frontend. 

Primarily looking for frontend system architecture LLDs and HLDs, building microfrontends and explore any newer technologies in demand.

Any good AWS cloud provider courses dedicated towards frontend developers.

Thanks in advance for any good books, courses.

How to upskill as Senior Frontend SDE ?

Hi folks, I am a frontend engineer. A bit of background about me:

- Exp: 4 years
- Tech: Over the years, I have only worked on frontend and some build tooling. For all these years I have only used JS/TS and ReactJS to the point where I currently feel handicapped in other languages.

My problem with frontend:

Most companies I have worked till now except for one, frontend is just converting the UI designs to UI code as fast as possible. Most companies do not offer much time to think about different cases for a component and write it well. Its mostly, if it works then push. Contrast to this, BE does get proper design + arch to ensure it scales well with future requirements.

Why I am thinking of backend/fullstack roles?

Seems better from future point of view. Progression is clear in BE, lot more roles it seems, interview process is mostly standard. In FE its sometimes FE releated, some DSA etc. So never sure what they going to ask. Also, progression in FE is bit unclear and how to make a case for it.

What are my options?
1) In my current company, BE is Java + Springboot, I have started doing some BE tasks here and there but seems Java + Springboot is a mammoth and I dont know if I will be good enough for a switch of roles with this experience. Switching inside the company feels a far fetched dream since there are far less number of FE devs and I have to mostly work on FE tasks one after the other because of scarcity.

2) Learn and do some side projects in Node.js since already familiar with JS and also had done some small APIs(freecodecamp) based on nodejs in the past.

3) Learn python, good for backend software dev + good for ml also going forward. Seems easier than Java to get started with django.

Primary confusion between  2 & 3 is, does side project make any difference when switching for roles or will actual job experience with option 1 be of more value even though it will take a long long time? 

Please suggest if someone has switched roles before.

Thanks.

Moving from Frontend to Backend/Fullstack roles?

Can anyone please give me a little bit of guidance regarding the frontend domain?

Actually I am new towards Frontend technology.
I have done some basic courses on JS and React.

Can anyone share good resources or links from which you all have prepared ?

Please 🙏

Want to be a Frontend developer?

Hey folks,
I am a senior software engineer at Swiggy working in as a mobile engineer for the past 5 years.
I have worked on few backend & infra stack in past companies (node js, go-lang, kubernetes, s3, etc) just for exploring and expanding my horizon.
I am thinking of seriously perusing this now.

What are my options here? I am open to learning via online course / my own side projects.

Also how to approach for hiring given it won’t be my expertise but I am willing to be hired at a lower package for the long term benefits.

Reason to consider a transition is boredom with working in a single domain.

How to transition to a backend engineer role from frontend

I recently joined a company that utilizes AngularJS and has a lot of custom tooling. The project is well-structured, and I am learning new things. However, I've started to develop a fear that I might be missing out on a shiny new framework and will have a lot to catch up on later. Do all big tech companies constantly move to new, stable technologies? How do you keep up with the JavaScript world?

Frontend: Seeking your opinions and insights

System Engineer

Welcome to Indian Startups's Private Community

Currently working as a frontend developer, I am want to switch into backend technology or DevOps. Seeking guidance on the best approach to make this shift. Any insights or advice would be highly appreciated. Thank you.

How i can switch my tech stack?

Hi guys, looking forward to some advice. I'm working as a Frontend developer for the past 2 yrs, tech stack is React, Javascript. I'm feeling that I'm bored with the work and not learning much now, just building components and calling new APIs. So I thought I should try backend development. The backend tech stack in my team is Java, Spring boot. I have knowledge of core Java. If I continue with the current role, I might get a promotion next yr but if I change I will not get. Also I eventually want to go to a MNC, where I see generally hiring is for backend roles where system design and DB is asked. Frontend specific hiring I mostly find in startup and mid sized companies, which I want to avoid. Another option is to switch to a different company like Microsoft, etc where they look for a general software engineer, for which I will need to study system design and DB. I'm fairly good at DSA, so not much of an issue here. What should I do?

Career growth trajectory

Hi Grapevine, 

I'm Arnav, Director of Engg at Jio Cinema. I previously exited my startup to Scaler. Some of you may know me from ScalerPod. I've also led engineering teams at Zomato & Target. 

Here to chat with you about my journey in startups, leading engineering teams, and products at scale, among other things.

Ask me your question. I'll be back at 8 pm and begin answering!

I'm Arnav Gupta, Director of Engineering at Jio Cinema. Ask me anything!

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Currently I am interning at a company as a Frontend Engineer. I am skilled in JS. How can I upskill myself, whether it be learning new languages or anything. Please help me with your opinions.

How to become a better engineer?

Q1. Hey I want a job in frontend domain aggressively as im a fresher, I know html css js bootstrap SQL git github , anything more I should learn before applying ( I have only a month left) . 
Q2. where should I apply other than LinkedIn.

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