Learning

Abstract

Learning is part of being a software developer. Because technology and techniques are revised and updated regularly, self-education is important for succeeding at your current position and also for future opportunities. The first half of this chapter covers abstract aspects of learning, and the second half is tactical, including specific tools I use to continue my education. Not everyone learns the same way. I’ve had colleagues who loved watching videos to dig into a subject, while others find watching YouTube tedious, slow, and uninformative. Some software engineers reinforce their learning by writing down daily reflections, while others prefer hands-on tutorials.The specific method you use to teach yourself is less important than finding a way to incorporate learning into every day of your software development career.