Insights for junior developers
Practical guides on learning, building, and landing your first tech role in SA.
How to Get Started with React as a Junior Developer
React can feel overwhelming at first. Here's a practical path that gets you building real things in your first week — no fluff, no setup hell.
Lenny Thobejane
15 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
Why Every Junior Developer Should Get AWS Certified
An AWS Foundational cert costs under R2,000 and can shift your CV from the discard pile to the interview shortlist.
Job Hunting as a Junior Dev in South Africa: What Actually Works
Cold applications rarely work. This guide covers the strategies our graduates have used to land roles at Vodacom, Standard Bank, and Takealot.
5 Portfolio Projects That SA Recruiters Actually Want to See
Not all side projects are created equal. We asked hiring managers at top SA tech companies which projects move candidates forward.
How to Build an OfferZen Profile That Gets Interviews
OfferZen flips the job search — companies come to you. Here's how to write a profile that gets interviews within 48 hours.
Git Workflows Every Junior Developer Must Know
Branching strategies, pull requests, commit messages — the habits that distinguish juniors who get promoted from those who get stuck.