Depth or Breadth: What Should Developers Prioritize in Their Careers?

GDG on Campus Federal University of Agriculture - Abeokuta, Nigeria

Depth or Breadth: What Should Developers Prioritize in Their Careers? Join us as we explore whether developers should go deep into one specialty or broaden their skillset across multiple domains.

Sep 26, 7:00 – 9:00 PM (UTC)

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Key Themes

Career Development

About this event

As the tech world evolves at lightning speed, developers often face a critical question: Should I go deep into one niche and become a specialist, or spread my skills across multiple domains to stay versatile?

In this Space, we’ll discuss:

The pros and cons of specialization vs. generalization

How companies view T-shaped developers vs. experts

Navigating career growth and opportunities in both paths

Real-world stories from developers who chose either side

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to pivot, this conversation will help you make informed decisions about your career direction.

Don’t miss it — come share your thoughts and learn from others!

Organizers

  • Yusuff Ahmad Owolabi

    Chapter Lead

  • Ajibike Abdulqayyum

    Co-Lead 1

  • Ilerioluwakiiye Abolade

    Co-Lead 2

  • Adeniregun Tinuola

    Liaison & Logistics Manager

  • Ajeigbe Taiwo Matthew

    Buzzbite

    Product Design Lead

  • Daniel Ohachor

    Co-lead Data Science / ML / AI

  • Abdulbaqee Adegbola

    Backend Lead

  • Samuel Ogunmuyiwa

    Photography / Videography Lead

  • Ifeoluwa Awoyemi

    Cyber Security Lead

  • Shinaayomi Awwal

    Social Media Manager

  • Oyewola Hameed

    Graphics Design Lead

  • Sofiat Oluwatunmise

    Community Manager

  • Precious Olaniyan

    Frontend & No-Code Lead

  • Sodipe Ayowole

    Mobile Lead

  • Maqsudhat Bisiriyu

    n/a

    Data Science / ML / AI Lead

  • fouad codes

    Co-lead Frontend & No-Code