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# [What it takes to be a Software Engineer](https://mydevtricks.com/what-it-takes-to-be-a-software-engineer?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

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Mar 15, 2021 · 6 min read · mydevtricks.com  
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## Written by

[Jan Doubek](https://hashnode.com/@jd-cz)

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Trying to disprove that old-school Devs cannot learn new tricks!

I'm an "old-school" Software Engineer, mostly specializing in C# and .NET. Currently in the process of discovering AI and Machine Learning.

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[Pavandeep Kaur 🇮🇳](https://hashnode.com/@PavandeepKaur)

[Mar 15, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/what-it-takes-to-be-a-software-engineer/604f182537d84907f132a096/comment/604f8726416f221f065b5354)

Your article clears my doubt regarding difference in responsibilities between a Software Engineer vs. Software Developer. Very well explained👍👍