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Let's talk about valuing junior developers more in the workplace because they're the future of our industry. Companies often struggle to find enough senior developers but overlook the chance to train their own. In this talk, we'll discuss ways to empower junior developers. As a senior, you'll learn effective ways to help their growth through hands-on learning and increasing their motivation. If you're a junior dev, we'll cover tips on advancing your career by leveraging your team. Join us to learn how investing in a strong, diverse team now benefits your company's future. https://www.wnb-rb.dev/meetups/2023/12/19
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The video titled "Investing in the Future: Unlocking the Potential of Junior Developers" features Hana Harencarova discussing the importance of valuing junior developers within the tech industry. Hana emphasizes that companies often prioritize hiring senior developers while neglecting the potential of training and empowering junior staff. Key points discussed in the video include: - **Background**: Hana shares her journey from a background in psychology to becoming a developer, highlighting her experience with different coding languages and teaching opportunities, particularly for new parents. - **Onboarding Process**: The importance of a supportive and structured onboarding process is emphasized. Hana discusses her effective onboarding experience at GitHub, which included having multiple mentors and buddies that facilitated her integration into the team. - **Creating a Supportive Environment**: Senior developers play a crucial role in supporting new hires, encouraging kindness and openness. This approach fosters a culture where asking questions is normalized and new developers feel comfortable seeking help. - **Hands-On Experience**: Hana stresses the value of hands-on learning from day one, allowing new developers to work on small, manageable tasks that contribute to real projects. This experience is vital for building confidence and understanding the team's processes. - **Progression and Independence**: As developers grow in their roles, fostering independence and adapting tasks to their strengths allows for better performance and job satisfaction. Mentors are encouraged to communicate openly about goals and expectations to help juniors advance their careers effectively. - **Long-Term Vision**: The video concludes with the message that investing time and resources in junior developers not only benefits the individuals but also the company in the long run by building a skilled and diverse workforce. Hana invites viewers to consider how they can integrate these supportive practices into their own teams. Overall, the talk highlights the potential of junior developers and encourages organizations to create an inclusive, practical, and encouraging onboarding process to cultivate talent for the future.
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