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# [10 Bits of Dev Advice for My Past Self](https://jaredgentry.hashnode.dev/10-bits-of-dev-advice-for-my-past-self?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

I've been a professional software developer for just over 2 years now. I thought it was about time to reflect on all that I've learned in these jam-packed years. Here are 10 bits of advice I wish I had known as a fresh dev. Hopefully, this helps tho...

Oct 30, 2021 · 5 min read · jaredgentry.hashnode.dev  
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[Eugenio Duran](https://hashnode.com/@eugh)

[Oct 30, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/10-bits-of-dev-advice-for-my-past-self/617da575d55bde5cb6681bd0/comment/617dbc4275401e57d6a894ac)

I love your article, you really resumed very important aspects to have in mind when you are starting out this journey.

I would like to add some more like for example:

A simple solution it's better than a clever one that anybody else could not understand.

Before start coding, take time to understand the problem you are trying to solve and how to fix it, many of us, do not hesitate to start coding even before we know what the client really needs.

Find a mentor or someone who can motivates your to keep moving forward.

[Jared Gentry](https://hashnode.com/@jaredgentry)

[Oct 31, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/10-bits-of-dev-advice-for-my-past-self/617da575d55bde5cb6681bd0/comment/617dbc4275401e57d6a894ac#reply-617eb12cd55bde5cb66829b9)

Thanks Eugenio! Those are great additional bits of advice. I've seen how they really do improve my coding firsthand when I follow them.