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7/27/2026
I Ran an AMA on Dev.to. Here Are My Favorite Questions

I Ran an AMA on Dev.to. Here Are My Favorite Questions

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A software engineer shares favorite questions from a Dev.to AMA covering career rebuilding after burnout and layoff. Topics include what makes a senior engineer, how to invest in skills as a specialist, dealing with fear, and transitioning to freelancing. The author emphasizes pragmatism: knowing when solutions are 'good enough,' building side income as insurance, and preparing for worst-case scenarios in a tough job market.

  • •Senior engineers know when 'good enough' is enough — stop over-optimizing
  • •Freelancing on the side serves as a financial insurance policy during career transitions
  • •The current job market is tough; prepare for worst-case scenarios and apply broadly

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