WHAT I WISH I KNEW AS A MID-LEVEL ENGINEER

Summary from the TLDR Web Dev newsletter

Shortly after being promoted to mid-level engineer, this author made a subtle mistake by focusing on tasks that, while technically impressive, didn't align with the company's priorities for senior-level engineers. He received an "exceeds expectations" rating but didn’t make progress towards a promotion. To progress from mid-level to senior, it's crucial to consider the "why" behind your work and ensure it aligns with what's most important to your personal interests, team, and company all at once.