How I Went from Junior to Senior Developer in 4 Years
The strategies, habits, and mindset shifts that accelerated my career — from writing basic PHP to architecting SaaS platforms.
How I Went from Junior to Senior Developer in 4 Years
This isn't a humble-brag post. It's an honest account of what worked, what didn't, and what I'd do differently.
Year 1: Foundations
I started with PHP and WordPress. Not glamorous, but it taught me how the web actually works — HTTP, databases, deployment, and dealing with real users...
Year 2: The Modern Stack
Switching to React and Node.js was transformative. TypeScript was the single biggest skill upgrade — it changed how I think about code...
Year 3: Architecture & Leadership
Building systems at scale taught me that senior engineering isn't about writing code — it's about making decisions that compound over time...
Year 4: Full-Stack Mastery
The combination of deep frontend knowledge, solid backend skills, and DevOps understanding made me the go-to person for complex projects...
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