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Fix Your Frontend

Season 1, Ep. 2

We discuss the evolution of front-end engineering roles and the emergence of design engineering, highlighting the challenges and complexities in job postings. Also traveling back in time to share personal experience with design and creativity in high school student council float designs.

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