BECOMING A GO-TO PERSON GETS YOU PROMOTED. HERE'S HOW TO DO IT AS A SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Summary from the TLDR Web Dev newsletter

One effective strategy to reach the senior level as an engineer is to become an expert in a specific area, whether it's a technical skill or a product domain. To determine your expertise, consider what aligns with team or company impact, what you're good at, and what you're passionate about. To become known as an expert, focus on being visible and adding value, such as giving presentations, leading projects, solving challenging problems, and actively contributing to your team's success.