Most people in the software industry talk about the immense advantages of being a full-stack developer. But, really, what is a full-stack developer? Ultimately, it all comes down to being comfortable enough to work with both front-end and back-end technologies. On the surface, it might look daunting, scary and all, but think about it this way. If you really want to make an impact as a developer, if you want to ride the coming wave, you have to produce work at an elite level.
For starters, being able to work with both front-end and back-end technologies will be in huge demand. In fact, the market for full-stack developers is at an all-time high. Startups and well-established companies need top talent now more than ever, and given the growing interest in practical applications of machine learning, artificial intelligence, big data or the Internet of Things (IoT), demand for full-stack developers will go through the roof. Being a linchpin never goes out of style. In fact, being a jack-of-all trades will soon be a solid and valuable asset in the software industry.