When in Doubt, Specialize
Explore the benefits of specializing in your coding career especially when uncertain. Learn how focusing on expertise can make you stand out, provide leverage, and open more opportunities while maintaining a balance with general skills. Understand the process of becoming an expert and how to present your specialization publicly to maximize career growth.
I do have a prescriptive suggestion, though, in case you wanted one. When in doubt, specialize. There are a few reasons for this; let’s discuss them.
Lean against the bias to achieve the right mix
Most people have a wide range of interests anyway; in other words, the natural tendency is to be a generalist and to learn just in case. So, you need to lean against the bias to achieve the right mix.
Forced to generalize
You will seldom be forced to specialize, but you will be forced to generalize. Since specialization thrives with leverage, you will mostly choose to ...