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When can you call yourself proficient in a programming language?

Original: At what point can one say they are proficient in a given programming language when it comes to applying for jobs? # fedi

Developers are debating when it is fair to describe yourself as proficient in a programming language on job applications. The question has sparked discussion about how much hands-on experience, side projects or professional use is needed before the claim is honest, and how recruiters judge the word proficiency.

Why now: Job seekers in tech are unsure how to honestly present their skill levels to employers.

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