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qtguru:
Yes do

Thanks I'll definitely try it out, im also getting a thinkpad for the "maximum" Linux experience

qtguru:
Use it, don't succumb to any Arch pressure, unless you maintain Linux or something it's a waste of time, but if you are deep in Linux and want performance Arch is it. But for me I'm a money person so it's a waste of my time.

I am still a noob to linux tbh, do you still recommend it ?

Kaczynski:
Stick to noob friendly distro like mint, manjaro before you regret shooting yourself in the foot.

I've seen mint and used it a little, although not on my pc, i just want to try something more, something exiciting

qtguru:
KDE Plasma is beautiful

So i've heard, it is one of the main reasons i want to choose it tbh

codemarshal08:
Either of them is a fine option for your use case (frontend, Python).

Fedora is stable. Ubuntu just gets recommended more because it has a larger community and more beginner-focused guides. so it is often easier to find help when you are stuck.

Honestly, I would advise you not to overthink your choice. Whichever you choose, the Linux fundamentals you learn will transfer easily.

Thanks for the advice, I was thinking of getting a thinkpad and i heard they are the best for linux, whenever i give it a try i'll give you my feedback.
For now I am using WSL on my current laptop and getting myself familiar with the linux environment

codemarshal08:
Yes, Ubuntu is very beginner friendly.
There's plenty of support out there ..community, youtube tutorials, and more which makes learning easier.

It is also widely used on servers. so if you are aiming for roles like backend, DevOps, or cloud, starting with Ubuntu makes a lot of sense.

Starting with Ubuntu Desktop now makes moving to Ubuntu Server seamless ( same commands, package management (apt) and file structures). You just lose the GUI but your Linux knowledge transfers directly.

That said, Fedora is also a decent choice, so both are solid for getting started.

I am mainly doing front-end for now and alot of python and I don't plan on transitioning anytime soon. I've been doing some research on Ubuntu and tbh it is recommended alot, as it is said to be beginner friendly, I really want to use Fedora, but i don't want to screw up big time tbh, please what do you recommend ?

codemarshal08:
They are both great options.

KDE Plasma is very customizable and closer to Windows, but it can be overwhelming for beginners.

I would recommend Fedora Workstation (GNOME) to start with. It has fewer distractions and gives a better beginner experience. It also makes switching to Ubuntu Desktop later (if you ever want) much easier.

Hint : I personally use Ubuntu

Thanks I will check it out. Also about Ubuntu, is it beginner friendly ?

I've been thinking of switching to linux from windows, i wanted to use Arch, but that seemed too complex as i am just starting. So I decided to use Fedora, but i'm stuck on what version of Fedora to use. So please senior devs in the forum what version do you recommend between KDE Plasma and Fedora Workstation. Thanks so much in advance

tensazangetsu20:
All this for one person 😂😂😂😂

If one manages to get all this skills, there no fortune 500 that will not answer lmao 🤣

Gabrielshow24:
Diversify brother. You will thank me later. The competition is stiff out there. Become a polyglot😁. It might take you years but strive for it. Since you are familiar with Js, then learn: Svelte + sveltekit, Vue + nuxtjs and Solidjs among others. The above is enough to answer as a qualified full stack😁 but unfortunately in one language👀.

From the backend, you can learn something like Ruby(Rails), Rust(Axum, leptos, Rocket, Actix), php(Laravel, code igniter etc), Python(flask, Django or fast API), Go(Gin, gonic etc), Elixir(Phoenix), Node(Express + ejs or Nestjs). You can combine this with whatsoever database you like😁. Try and experiment with them🤤.

That's the difference. Also, be solid in your use of bash, Linux and Shell👀. You might want to add shellscript as an added advantage perhaps for scripting although you can achieve the same with python. If you don't want to be polyglot as in programming languages then you can be polyglot in frameworks by adding either desktop or mobile frameworks. React Native comes to mind since you are already familiar with React or you learn Dart or Kivy etc., as for Desktop, you can use Electron or Python Guis or .Net🤕.

With the above, you can diversify anywhere in tech. Systems, Backend, Data analysis, Gui, CGI, Blockchain(Rust, Js, Ts and Python), Desktop, Mobile etc... Cyber security will require a different stack but with your knowledge of python, and shell; you will just add to it: Selenium, Docker, C(not necessary though) along with the rest.

Best of luck😊.

Thank you so much, I actually plan on doing typescript and next.js. and then moving into react native and start doing front-end fully, I want to be a front-end dev

PulsingPurple:
You dey follow bot talk 😂

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meobizy:
Improve on your skills.


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Can you be more specific please ?

meobizy:
No.


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Please What else do I have to do to become hireable ?

Hey devs,

I’ve been grinding as a frontend developer for a while, and I’m at that stage where I’m asking myself: am I actually mid-level, or still junior?

Here’s what I bring to the table:

Promoted from intern to intermediate frontend dev at my current role

Solid with JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Tailwind, and Vite

Comfortable with Framer Motion for clean animations and UI polish

Experienced building CRUD apps and working with RESTful APIs

Built an estate management website with an admin dashboard (CRUD + API integration)

Confident with Git/GitHub and deployment on Vercel

Have a portfolio site (currently revamping it)


What I’d love some advice on:

From this experience, do I stand a chance at mid-level roles, or should I still apply as junior?

What gaps should I focus on before confidently branding myself as “mid-level”?

Any tips on how to stand out more (projects, networking, open source, etc.)?


I don’t want to overshoot and get crushed in interviews 😅 but I also don’t want to undersell myself if I’m ready for more responsibility.

Would really appreciate your honest thoughts 🙏

Sakamoto days >>>>>>>>> Kaiju no 8

AfDapone:
Go to Koyeb, if your work is not task heavy like run browser in docker image. or use their paid service.

ok bro. Imma check ✔️

simplesol:
Chat me up -08-033=05-05-77

Please sir, for what ?

qtguru:
No-code, Virtual assistance, Social media manager, the thing is not just looking for skills but knowing how to research, let me search my video will help you.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPLuiKHRI4M&t=1331s

Sir please about this No-code tech, I have been looking to upskill and I have been looking at learning vue.js buy will you recommend a no-code tech stack. I have noticed it's not very popular among devs like thatttt

Please programmers In the house, I have been trying to put my work out there, so I found vercel. I created an account on vercel buy it showed not successful so I thought that was all only for me to try again and see that the account has been made. So I also tried to login but it showed that account does not exist. I have checked all through. Please I need your help 😢 🙏 😔

Miramonica:
OP, since you're new on Upwork, I suggest you download geepay Africa from Play store.

No withdraw your money from Upwork directly to your Local bank account, Upwork rate is low.

Geepay currently exchange $1 for 1,701naira.

Just signup on geepay, register for a US account number, you'll get a virtual Wells Fargo account number, link it to your Upwork, that's all.

Make sure the name you use in your Upwork will be exactly the name you will use to open account on geepay, if not you will encounter difficulties withdrawing your money.

Okay, but is using wise also good ?
I just registered on wise so should I delete it and just use geepay ?

Natbrowny:
Na ABU. Public University

Omoh

Natbrowny:
I did during my days with some lecturers and dey understood me straight up. Even encouraged others to take notes using technology to their advantage.

I use my phone, not even a laptop. We even shared pdf files about the lecture to ease comprehension.

Though - students tends to misbehave atyms by doing some other things with their fone and not even paying attention (discipline)

But been a smart dude, i took my notes and anoda tabs of sportybet is ready for use. That very day i took notes, used my own understanding for some terms and lecturers requested for my version to use for anoda group he wants to lecture. I still chop my 10k that day ontop sporty.

Na smart students dey use expo pass exams. Dullards won't relate.

Plus we never ripe for this country both as students and lecturers. Students wont pay attention coz they'll be on social media, some lecturers haven't upgraded to use laptops, projectors and the likes.

Must have been a private university