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How I deal with imposter syndrome as a junior developer

by Ryan TanยทFebruary 9, 2026

Everyone googles basic stuff. The difference is comfort with not knowing. I track things I learn each week โ€” watching the list grow helps.

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Faqih Musa69

Tracking small wins helped me too. The list becomes evidence against the imposter voice in your own head.

Rania Johari54

Pair programming with seniors normalised asking questions for me. You realise everyone is googling things constantly.