Stay backend-only or go full stack?

How much front-end skills should you have as a Java backend developer?

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In this video, I lay out three different perspectives on how much front-end knowledge a Java backend developer should have. I share insights from both junior and experienced developers. Additionally, I also provide three considerations all developers should follow irrespective of their chosen path.

00:00 Introduction: The Dilemma of Front-End Knowledge for Backend Developers
01:35 The Evolution of Front-End and Back-End Roles
04:50 Three Contrasting Viewpoints on Front-End Knowledge for Backend Developers
04:57 Viewpoint 1: The Minimalist View
07:55 Viewpoint 2: The Full Stack View
12:56 Viewpoint 3: The Flexible View
16:13 Choosing Your Path: Recommendations for Backend Developers