Do you prefer to focus narrowly on a single problem or technology area? Or are you more inclined to go broad across multiple teams or technologies, focusing on a single problem only when it can’t be solved without you? Being depth-first or breadth-first is very much about your personality and work style. There’s no wrong answer here, but you’ll have an easier and more enjoyable time if your preference here is lined up with your scope. For instance, if you want to influence the technical direction of your org or business, you’ll find yourself gravitating toward opportunities to take a broader
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