Software developer

A software developer writes code to create and maintain software applications or components. They also translate user requirements into functional solutions and ensure the software works as intended.

It is a broad tittle under which lies many specializations such as: Frontend developer, backend developer, full stack developer, mobile developer.

What does Software developer do?

• Write code
  
  
• Debug and troubleshoot
  
  
• Collaborate with team members
  
  
• Participate in design and planning
  
  
• Conduct code reviews for peers
  
  

Example of work as a Software developer

A bank want a new feature in their app.

The new feature will enable the customer to see how much of their mortgage they have paid off and how much is left.

A team of software developers starts working on it.

Using a digital board, they map out any task that needs to be done and conquer it one by one.

Each member on the team writes code for different aspects of the new feature.

They also make code reviews of each other’s work to ensure only the best code get to production.

At daily team meetings they ensure they are on track. Within a month the new feature is ready.

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