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Stop writing Mockito scripts for your Spring Boot integration tests. 🛑 Our new guide covers how to test your service end-to-end: boot the real Spring context, stub only external APIs, and verify the full internal chain. Plus, see how BitDive replaces manual mock setups by capturing real runtime data and turning it into deterministic tests that work on the first run. No hallucinated assertions. Read here:  https://lnkd.in/etjfRm_w

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10 key skills companies look for when hiring software engineers, pay attention to the following skills #2, #7, & #8 to truly stand out! With my experience hiring software engineers for FAANG companies, I have noticed these are the top skills that make candidates stand out. Here is what companies prioritize in their hiring process: 1. Problem-solving skills: Can you break down complex challenges and find efficient solutions? 2. Strong fundamentals: A solid grasp of data structures, algorithms, system design, and architecture. 3. Technical expertise: Proficiency in programming languages (Python, Java, C++, etc.) and relevant frameworks. 4. Scalability & performance focus: Ability to design systems that can handle high traffic and optimize performance. 5. Product mindset: Engineers who understand business needs and build with end-users in mind. 6. Collaboration & communication: Working well with cross-functional teams, sharing ideas, and explaining solutions clearly. 7. Adaptability & continuous learning: Ability to learn new technologies, pivot when needed, and stay updated on industry trends. 8. Hands-on experience: Real-world project experience, open-source contributions, AI tools for efficiency or strong GitHub and portfolio presence. 9. Attention to detail: Writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code while ensuring system reliability. 10. Initiative & ownership: Engineers who take charge, drive projects, and don’t wait to be told what to do. Companies don’t just look for people who can write code, they seek engineers who can think, build, and innovate. The bottom line? If your fundamentals are solid, you will be a highly sought-after candidate for any role. Am I missing anything? Would you add anything to this list? 👉 DM me for any mentorship program to successfully land your dream tech role. Everyone Who Codes (EWC) has a simple mission: helping engineers get hired! 💼 Follow Lakshmi Marikumar for tech career & job search insights. Subscribe to our free newsletter on Substack: https://lnkd.in/gN83YA4H #FAANG #tier2 #tier3 #mockinterview #techinterviewprep #FAANGMentors #mentorship #softwareengineer #softwaredeveloper #jobsearch #joboffer #hiring #careercoach #machinelearning #AI #systemdesign #roadmap #careerguidance #DSA #ML  

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LLMs are obsessed with prematurely optimizing React code. They love overusing useCallback/useMemo. If their training data is updated to learn React 19 with the opt-in React compiler, we will hopefully see less of this happening.

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Frontend interviews can be unpredictable if you don’t know what to expect. These popular questions help you focus on the topics that matter most. Check out the guide: https://lnkd.in/gsRQ25wd

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Staying updated isn't optional—it's essential. Here's a look at a modern React setup every frontend developer should explore in 2025: ⚛️ React + Vite: Super fast development with Vite's instant HMR and optimized build system. 🎨 Tailwind CSS: Utility-first styling that's responsive, customizable, and scalable. 🧱 Shadcn UI: Beautiful, accessible components built with Tailwind—ready to drop in and extend. 🌴 TanStack Router: A modern, typesafe router that simplifies complex routing in React apps. This stack is not just trendy—it’s practical, modular, and production-ready. Perfect for building sleek, fast, and scalable UIs. 💡 #ReactJS #Vite #TailwindCSS #ShadcnUI #TanstackRouter #FrontendDevelopment #WebDev #JavaScript #TechStack2025

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Hiring one mid-level engineer in the U.S. under H-1B rules can cost ~$307,000 in the first year. In Pakistan, a comparable remote engineer costs $20,000–$35,000 per year. That’s a 10–15× saving. For the cost of one H-1B engineer in the U.S., a company could instead outsource an entire remote team in Pakistan including 1 Product Manager 3 Software Engineers 1 QA Tester 1 UI/UX Designer and still spend less than half of the U.S. cost. This allows startups and enterprises alike to deliver full projects offshore at a fraction of the budget. If even 5–10% of U.S. H-1B demand shifts offshore, Pakistan’s IT export revenues (currently ~$3.5–4B annually) could increase by $1–2B in 3 years. The disruption to Indian IT firms opens the door for Pakistan to capture more contracts, especially in software development, fintech, and product outsourcing. Pakistan’s cost advantage makes it attractive for outsourcing, but long-term success depends on more than low prices. To become a true strategic partner, the workforce must strengthen soft skills, business understanding, and professional setups like reliable internet, modern offices, and time-zone alignment.

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If you want to deep dive into React, don’t just learn hooks. This repo helps you master every layer of frontend engineering in 12 weeks.

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