Top 7 Featured DEV Posts of the Week
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Published: 2024-03-04 18:25:57

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title: Top 7 Featured DEV Posts of the Week
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description: A round up of the most-read and most-loved contributions from the community this past week
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_Welcome to our curated selection of standout articles from the DEV Community. This week we have a blend of personal narratives and technical insights: empowering stories of women in tech, the transformative potential of local LLMs, candid reflections on learning Rust, and more. Plus, we feature a couple of crossover selections from our [we_coded](https://dev.to/devteam/wecoded-2024-empowering-change-for-gender-equity-in-tech-30nj) campaign celebrating diversity in tech, and we're excited to introduce four new voices to the Top 7 this week! Don't miss out — let's get to reading!_

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We’re bending our “no listicles in the Top 7 rule” because this article by @amandamartindev is an incredibly pertinent list of women developers to keep up with and we think everyone should take a look! Whether you are looking for content on design, game development, DevRel, or anything in between, Amanda's got you covered with this comprehensive roundup. [#wecoded](https://dev.to/t/wecoded)

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{% embed https://dev.to/krlz/remote-work-experiences-myths-and-some-ideas-1ed1 %}

This article stands out for its blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice, creating a relatable and actionable guide for remote workers. @krlz's conversational tone and meticulous research provide a refreshing perspective on the challenges and opportunities of remote work. Invaluable guidance for thriving in the remote work landscape!

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{% embed https://dev.to/theoriginalbpc/sarah-dye-returns-to-coding-in-2024-4am2 %}

@theoriginalbpc recounts the relatable experience that many devs face: pushing too hard and experiencing burnout. But rather than tuning it out and plowing onward, Sarah listens to her feelings and draws on advice from past role models to find a healthy balance of growth and self-compassion. Don't miss the last installment in this six-part series! [#wecoded](https://dev.to/t/wecoded)

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Witness the transformation of generative AI technology from a realm of proprietary models to an open-source landscape, spearheaded by groundbreaking projects like Ollama. Through insightful analysis and hands-on demonstrations, @sarthology illuminates the potential of local LLMs to revolutionize productivity and innovation.

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Make sure your software requirements are unambiguous, testable, and measurable with @m4rri4nne! Alicia teaches us the difference between user, system, functional, and nonfunctional requirements and explains the crucial role of clear requirements in maintaining a happy user base and seamless production.

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{% embed https://dev.to/link2twenty/learning-rust-a-clean-start-4eom %}

Through candid reflections and practical demonstrations, @link2twenty chronicles their quest to master Rust, sharing the triumphs, challenges, and discoveries along the way. With a blend of personal anecdotes, practical insights, and code demonstrations, this series is a valuable resource for beginners and seasoned developers alike.

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{% embed https://dev.to/kecbm/time-conversion-383d %}

Time conversion is a complex and fascinating topic. Here in this quick tutorial, @kecbm walks us through the basics of converting a 12-hour time format to a 24-hour format in JavaScript.

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_Curious where you can find more of these fantastic articles? You're in luck! This week's top picks will also be showcased in our weekly DEV Community newsletter, arriving in your inbox every Tuesday. [Make sure you’re opted in] (https://dev.to/settings/notifications) 🚀📩 so you don't miss out on the best DEV has to offer!_