From Chrome Extensions to Career: My JavaScript Journey
March 24, 2013
I started programming JavaScript seriously in September 2012, and I never wondered that it would affect my life so much. Well, it started with me working on developing a Chrome Extension for an e-commerce/social media app. Chrome is quite different for development. There are lots of APIs to learn, and there are quite a few security restrictions. Also, there is only one language that you can use to develop it: JavaScript.
There are quite a few things I learned programming JavaScript:
- Think before you code; think about the whole problem at once.
- Keep code clean and use a modular structure.
- Use linting and follow good guidelines given by experts.
- Read some good books and be aware of what you are getting into.
Today I work as a Software Developer at an awesome Dutch startup Changer.
I’m a Principal Engineer at Scalefusion and Django CMS Fellow passionate about solving meaningful problems and pushing tech boundaries. I love reading, listening/playing music, appreciating/making art, and enjoying a good cup of coffee.
Here are some recommendations from my current and past colleagues. You can check out my latest resume and Github profile. You can connect with me on twitter at @vinitkme or drop me an email atmail@vinitkumar.me.
I hope you enjoy reading my essays.