10 Software Survival Tips Every Big Tech Software Engineers Observes
programmer's guide to the big tech companies

10 Software Survival Tips Every Big Tech Software Engineers Observes

While working for large tech companies can be demanding, it can also be rewarding. Ten survival strategies for software engineers in similar settings are as follows:

1. Constant Learning: Remain Current: The tech sector is changing quickly. To keep current, never stop learning new frameworks, languages, and technologies.

2. Prioritize Tasks for Effective Time Management: Sort tasks according to significance and due dates.

Time Blocking: Set out specific times for meetings, focused work, and breaks.

3. Cooperation and Interaction: Successful Communication: Clearly convey concepts and advancements. Make effective use of collaboration tools.

Team building: Promote good working connections among coworkers by cooperating and working as a team.

4. Adopt Agile Methodologies and Practices: Gain an understanding of and adherence to Agile principles for effective and iterative development.

Scrum/Kanban: Become acquainted with the widely utilized Scrum or Kanban approaches in the huge IT industry.

5. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving:

Analytical Skills: Develop strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Debugging Skills: Develop your debugging skills to find and fix problems quickly.

6. Adaptability: Be Flexible; Adjust to Project Requirements, Technologies, and Priorities That Change.

Learn from Changes: See change as a chance for development and education.

7. Networking: Establish and preserve a professional network both inside and outside the company.

Mentorship: Seek out mentorship and, if you can, mentor others.

8. Code Quality and Optimal Methodologies:

Compose Clear Code: To ensure readability and maintainability, adhere to standard practices for coding.

Code Reviews: To maintain high-quality code, take part in and lead frequent code reviews.

9. Harmony between work and life:

Establish Boundaries: Define distinct boundaries between your personal and professional lives.

Take Breaks: Make careful you take periodic pauses to avoid breaking down.

10. Development of Soft Skills:

Leadership Skills: Whether you're in charge of a project or making a team contribution, hone your leadership abilities.

Empathy: Recognize and feel the same way as your coworkers, as they all have different challenges and strengths.

A optimistic outlook, adaptability, good communication, and technical abilities are all necessary for surviving and growing in a large digital organization. Continue looking for ways to improve, maintain your composure in the face of difficulties, and make a constructive contribution to the team and corporate culture.


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Phanuwat Wattanapraya

Solution Architect @Logic information system, Software Development Manager, Technical Team Lead // RELEX Technical Consultant // Supply chain Application Consultant // Technical Consultant // Cloud Consultant

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