SOFT SKILLS 2020

1. Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication with team members, stakeholders, and clients is crucial for conveying ideas, requirements, and updates.
2. Problem-Solving Abilities: The capability to analyze complex problems, break them down into manageable parts, and devise effective solutions.
3. Critical Thinking: The ability to evaluate different approaches, assess the strengths and weaknesses of solutions, and make informed decisions.
4. Time Management: Efficiently managing time, setting priorities, and meeting project deadlines.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with team members, designers, testers, and other stakeholders to achieve project goals.
6. Adaptability: The capacity to adapt to new technologies, methodologies, and project requirements as the industry evolves.
7. Attention to Detail: Paying close attention to details to avoid bugs and ensure code quality.
8. Creativity: Thinking creatively to come up with innovative solutions and user-friendly designs.
9. Self-Motivation: Taking initiative and being self-driven in learning and work tasks.
10. Listening Skills: Actively listening to feedback and requirements from colleagues, clients, and users.

11. Empathy: Understanding and considering the needs and perspectives of end-users when designing software.
12. Conflict Resolution: Skills to address and resolve conflicts constructively within the team or with stakeholders.
13. Documentation Skills: Writing clear and concise code comments and documentation for projects.
14. Project Management: Understanding project management principles, methodologies, and processes.
15. Customer Focus: Keeping the end-user or customer in mind when making development decisions.
16. Continuous Learning: A mindset of continuous learning and self-improvement to keep up with industry changes.
17. Ethical Considerations: Understanding the ethical implications of software development decisions, including data privacy and security.
18. Presentation Skills: The ability to present work and ideas effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
19. Networking: Building professional relationships within the industry by attending conferences, meetups, and online communities.
20. Business Acumen: An understanding of the business aspects of software development, including budgeting and return on investment (ROI).
21. Self-Care: Managing stress, maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and practicing self-care.
22. Mentorship and Learning from Peers: Being open to learning from more experienced colleagues and seeking mentorship opportunities.
23. Cultural Sensitivity: Awareness of and respect for diverse cultures and backgrounds when working with global teams or clients.
24. Leadership Skills: Developing leadership qualities, such as motivating and inspiring others, especially if in a team lead or managerial role.
25. Negotiation Skills: The ability to negotiate effectively, whether it's regarding project scope, deadlines, or contracts.
26. Delegation: Knowing when and how to delegate tasks to team members to optimize productivity and performance.
27. Risk Management: Identifying and managing risks associated with projects to minimize potential issues.
28. Customer Service: Providing exceptional customer service, particularly in client-facing roles.
29. Team Building: Skills to foster a positive team environment, promote collaboration, and resolve conflicts.
30. Emotional Intelligence: Recognizing and managing one's emotions and understanding the emotions of others for effective communication and teamwork.