After I started working as a full-time UX/UI designer, and became part of a software development team, I quickly realised that my job is more than creating functional and aesthetic interfaces; an entire project's success can hinge on my ability to clearly communicate my design ideas to the team.
Becoming a qualified software engineer is a significant milestone in my life, and I could not be prouder of the journey that led me here. I recently completed a software engineering apprenticeship, and today, I want to share my experience and highlight the many benefits that come with taking this unique path into the tech world.
Whilst working as a hobby developer working on my own small projects, I would have code littered with console.log() messages, outputting various things to help me solve bugs with various things, including network requests. Passing data and retrieving data.
Out of professional curiosity - I reached out to someone whose career took them on a different path to mine, to see how our roles and experiences of the Software Development Life Cycle differ. This is explored through a conversation with an external Tester, with over ten years of experience in the industry.
Websites have come a long way since their first appearance in the 1990s. Today they serve as a virtual platform to connect businesses, organisations, and individuals to their target audience. Creating an engaging and user-friendly online presence has become essential for success.