Feeling AI FOMO as a Developer? Focus on Fundamentals First, Says Engineer

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A software developer writing on DEV Community argues that the rapid pace of AI announcements and new tools is fueling widespread FOMO among coders. The author notes that new concepts like agents, MCP, and prompt engineering trend almost weekly, making it hard to keep up. Despite the hype, many existing codebases still suffer from basic issues such as N+1 queries, missing pagination, and SQL injection vulnerabilities. The developer advises coders to prioritize building strong foundational skills before adopting AI tools, rather than chasing every new trend. To support this approach, the author has published a guide called Street-Smart Coding aimed at helping developers build lasting, practical skills.

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