Self Awareness

Self awareness is the conscious knowledge and understanding of one's own character, feelings, motives, and behaviors, particularly in a professional context. It involves recognizing one's strengths, weaknesses, emotional states, and how one's actions impact others. In software development, this skill helps developers improve collaboration, communication, and personal growth.

Also known as: Self-awareness, Self-knowledge, Introspection, Emotional intelligence, EI

Why learn Self Awareness?

Developers should cultivate self awareness to enhance team dynamics, manage stress effectively, and identify areas for skill improvement, leading to better code quality and project outcomes. It is crucial during code reviews, pair programming, and agile retrospectives to foster a constructive and empathetic work environment.

Learning Resources

• docs: What Is Self-Awareness?
• tutorial: Developing Self-Awareness as a Developer
• book: Emotional Intelligence 2.0
• video: Self-Awareness in Tech Teams