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Sloan the DEV Moderator

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I help moderate content and welcome new users to this platform. I also ask questions on behalf of members looking for advice from the community.

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Oct 15 '23

Talent vs. Effort in Learning Complex Skills?

What's the distinction between innate talent and diligent effort when it comes to mastering complex...

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Oct 14 '23

How Do You Navigate the 'Valley of Disappointment?

Experieced devs, can you help us out? What are the common challenges faced by new programmers when...

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Oct 13 '23

What's A Book You'd Love to Read Again for the First Time?

Tell us about a book that truly stuck with you and why you'd want to experience that initial read all...

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Oct 13 '23

Can You Ace a Coding Interview Without Solving the Problem(s)?

Is it possible to excel in a coding interview even if you're unable to solve a particular...

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Oct 12 '23

Sloan's Inbox: How to stand out as a beginner dev?

Hi there! Sloan, DEV Moderator and resident mascot, back with another question submitted by a DEV...

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Oct 12 '23

Which is Better: In-Person or Remote Coding Interviews?

In today's tech-driven world, the format of coding interviews has become a hot topic. Should...

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Oct 11 '23

Welcome Thread - v246

Welcome to DEV! A thread of hellos and intros. Leave a comment below to...

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Oct 11 '23

What's Your BHAG (Big Hairy Audacious Goal?)

What's the most audacious goal on your bucket list, and why do you want to pursue it? What profound...

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Oct 10 '23

Which Skill Has the Potential to Change Your Life?

What skill do you believe has the potential to transform your life, and how will you approach...

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Oct 9 '23

What New Habit Has Supercharged Your Life?

Share a recent addition to your routine and how it's impacted your productivity or overall quality of...

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Oct 7 '23

What Kind Act Will You Do for Yourself Today?

Let's encourage each other to practice self-kindness by sharing one positive action you plan to take...

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Oct 6 '23

How Do You Discover Secret Hiring Events?

Share your strategies for finding hidden job markets and securing invitations to exclusive hiring...

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