Apprenticeship: Laying the Foundation
Software development is more than just writing code—it is a craft that requires dedication, continuous learning, and deliberate practice. In Apprenticeship Patterns, Dave Hoover and Adewale Oshineye explore what it means to approach software developm...
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Josh McLeod
Very nice write up! I liked your point about persistence. That's an underrated characteristic for individuals in the apprenticeship phase. One of the key things I look for in junior developers that are on my team is for them to be ready and excited for the struggle. I want to see consistently pushing themselves even when it doesn't feel like progress is easy.
"Hard work and persistence play a crucial role in this phase. By consistently delivering quality work, apprentices demonstrate reliability and dedication, which builds trust with mentors and teammates."