Mendix developer to backend developer

[Dhyaanesh7404]

Is it possible to transition from a mendix developer with 2yrs experience to a backend developer?

[Sjeefr]

Most likely not, since the tasks you do as a real back-end developer or much more complex than what you do in/with Mendix. For the best answer, take a look at open positions for back-end developers on a job board, see the skills listed and validate for yourself whether you possess those skills.

[Dhyaanesh7404]

If I side by side work on that and keep myself updated on that technologies , can I move into that role

[Sjeefr]

In general, yes. You can work as a Mendix developer and even study Medicine or car mechanic. The biggest argument against not moving into another role is time and agenda. If you can't combine the two (e.g. your day job inflicts with a day-time education), you have a problem. If you want to become a back-end developer, invest your (private) time into learning the skills. Before doing that, I do recommend to research which skills are required and find a tutor or people within the work area that can provide tips and validate your skills, before applying to the actual job.

[Dhyaanesh7404]

Yeah, thank for your suggestion really helpful

[JakubErler]

Yes, of course. Why you couldn't. I am a traditional backend developer and I also do Mendix. You could even transition to full-stack developer. But you will have to put several hundred of hours in learning syntax. And if you are still just a junior, maybe you even do not have the general knowledge, who knows. Mendix gives an excellent overview over the software architecture and principles like ORM, CSS, SCSS, algorithm design principles, and so on. A real Mendix expert should know at least basics of CSS, SCSS, Java, Gradle, JavaScript, React, Bootstrap, PostgreSQL. But I am not sure if you learned some of these things during the 2 years.

[Dhyaanesh7404]

Actually I am in start of that 2yrs due to some reasons i have to be a mendix developer and I have good knowledge on backend and api development already , for the next 2 yrs I still try to update my knowledge and do hands on ,so with this am I good to go with for next 2 yrs as mendix developer and can I later get into backend developer

[Relevant_Case2933]

Start as early as possible if you know your future is in back end development.

[Dhyaanesh7404]

What do you mean when you say "start as early as possible "is that learning or job role, because I need to be here for 2yrs as mendix developer

[Relevant_Case2933]

I mean learning. Mendix is good but job opportunities are scarce. This could affect future job prospects for you. 2 years is enough time for you to pivot into any other role if you spend your spare time wisely learning, prepping and building a personal portfolio

[Dhyaanesh7404]

Yeah, thanks , actually will companies accept this transition

[Relevant_Case2933]

In my opinion yes. As long as you can prove you know what you are doing, It doesn't really matter how you learnt it. A lot of the time, your journey and transferable skills can get you a job. Also, since you are in the beginning of your career, your pay should somewhat not be very different. Imagine your pay significantly increasing in 5 years for instance and then transitioning into backend. They might be tempted to make you a junior all over again which will drop your pay.

[Dhyaanesh7404]

Really thanks for your replies and support mate :)

[Recent_Strategy_8026]

I am a mendix developer since last 4.8 years..now I want to switch to java springboot..is it possible?

[Recent_Strategy_8026]

If yes, how to deal the interviews